Comparison

iBrary Link vs SD Import

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iBrary Link

Expand your iOS device's storage and transfer files between iOS and computers without Wi-Fi or network. Seamlessly manage, view, and share documents, media, and more. Play content directly from the drive to save internal space.

Highlights
  • Two-way storage (iOS to Mac/PC)
  • Wi-Fi and network independent
  • Transfer documents, images, video, audio
  • Organize, edit, and manage files
  • Direct media playback
  • File encryption
  • Contacts backup and restore
Features
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The iBrary is the ultimate solution for memory expansion on iOS device. It's provides two-way storage between iOS and MAC/PC without Wi-Fi, network signal or battery power. Compatible with virtually all devices featuring a Lightning connector, this ultra-slim and fast flash drive enables users to seamlessly transfer, view and share documents, images, video and audio files between a multitude of gadgets. Organize, edit and manage files across multiple platforms, including iPad, iPhone and more. Play music and videos directly from the freeing up space on your devices. Other features include file encryption, contacts backup-restore,. Whether traveling by airplane for a business trip, stuck in a remote location without reception, or wanting to share photos and videos of a recent vacation, iBrary fits perfectly into any lifestyle.

About

SD Import

Easily transfer photos and videos from your camera's SD card directly to your iPhone's photo library. Supports RAW formats and offers smart scanning to organize your media by date, preserving EXIF data. Pro upgrade unlocks unlimited imports and one-tap card cleanup.

Highlights
  • Real-time import progress
  • One-tap card cleanup (Pro)
  • RAW format support
  • Smart scanning for media
  • Date grouping
  • EXIF preservation
  • Storage check before import
Features
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SD Import is the fastest and simplest tool to import photos and videos from your camera SD card directly to iPhone Photos. Why SD Import? • Real-time import progress — see exactly how fast files are transferring, byte by byte • One-tap card cleanup — delete successfully imported files from your SD card right after importing, freeing space while you're still shooting (Pro) • Deletion with two safeguards — only files verified as fully read and confirmed saved to Photos are removed; failed imports are never deleted, and every deletion needs your confirmation • RAW format support — ARW, CR2, CR3, RAF, NEF and more • Smart scanning — automatically finds photos and videos, hides junk files • Date grouping — browse media organized by shooting date • EXIF preserved — original shooting dates kept intact in your Photos library • Storage check — warns you before import if space is running low How it works: 1. Connect your SD card reader to iPhone 2. Select the SD card directory 3. Pick your photos and videos 4. Tap Import — done! 5. Need space? Clear the imported files off the card in one tap About the delete feature Every file is verified as fully read and successfully saved to your Photos library before it is deleted. Files that failed to import, or that you didn't select, are never touched. Deletion always requires an explicit tap plus a confirmation — nothing is ever deleted automatically. Pro upgrade unlocks unlimited imports and SD card cleanup with a one-time purchase. No subscription, yours forever. Supports Sony, Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, DJI and other major camera brands.

Screenshots

iBrary Link2 screens
SD Import4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SD Import at 67% against iBrary Link's 16%. SD Import also leads on rating (3.7 vs 1.9) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months). iBrary Link's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (865 vs 3). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SD Import sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iBrary Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SD Import holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iBrary Link has 865 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of iBrary Link's written reviews are positive against 67% of SD Import's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iBrary Link ships an update every 4 months, SD Import every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iBrary Link versus SD Import: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriBrary LinkSD Import
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (865 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.2% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings865 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen H.D. Technology Co., Ltd.海龙 李

Customer experience

iBrary Link

All ratings865 ratings
Positive20.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative73.9%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative80.3%

SD Import

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

iBrary Link

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes when viewing certain file types
  • SD card not recognized consistently
  • Deleted photos not actually removed

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improved compatibility with latest iOS versions
  • More reliable file transfer and management
  • Streamlined user interface

SD Import

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iBrary Link

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SD Import

One-time1
  • 解锁无限导入$4.99

Questions

Is iBrary Link free?
iBrary Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SD Import free?
SD Import is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iBrary Link or SD Import?
SD Import is rated higher. iBrary Link averages 1.9 out of 5 from 865 ratings, while SD Import averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do iBrary Link or SD Import have ads?
Neither iBrary Link nor SD Import shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iBrary Link or SD Import?
iBrary Link ships an update every 4 months, and SD Import every 2 days. Most recently, iBrary Link was updated on September 14, 2026 and SD Import on September 9, 2026.

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