# FlipHTML5 vs Bonsai Focus ES

The clearest difference is rating: Bonsai Focus ES at 5.0 against FlipHTML5's 3.0. Bonsai Focus ES also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). FlipHTML5's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlipHTML5 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $18.99 per month and Bonsai Focus ES sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bonsai Focus ES holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FlipHTML5 has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FlipHTML5 ships an update every 2 months, Bonsai Focus ES every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlipHTML5 | Bonsai Focus ES |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fliphtml5/id1071744833/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bonsai-focus-es/id1108865181/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 15.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 53 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wonder Idea](https://appshunter.io/developer/588666277) | [Magzter Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/406791755) |

## What reviewers say

### FlipHTML5

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fliphtml5/id1071744833)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

Create and share digital flipbooks from various file formats. Explore a vast library of millions of magazines, newspapers, and ebooks across diverse categories. Manage your created content with options for public, private, or password-protected access.

**Highlights:** Digital newsstand with millions of publications, Flipbook creation from PDF, Word, PPT, PNG, JPG, Content management with privacy options, Follow publishers and receive notifications, Search and save favorite content, Share publisher profiles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FlipHTML5 Pro Monthly | $18.99 | per month |
| FlipHTML5 Platinum Monthly | $38.99 | per month |
| FlipHTML5 Enterprise Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| FlipHTML5 Pro Yearly | $166.99 | per year |
| FlipHTML5 Platinum Yearly | $329.99 | per year |
| FlipHTML5 Enterprise Yearly | $999.99 | per year |


### Bonsai Focus ES

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bonsai-focus-es/id1108865181)

Explore the world of bonsai with this bimonthly magazine. Discover informative reports, stunning photography, and expert techniques for cultivating and maintaining your bonsai trees. Enjoy exclusive audiovisual content to enhance your learning experience.

**Highlights:** Bimonthly magazine issues, Informative reports and photography, Expert bonsai techniques, Maintenance tips, Exclusive audiovisual content, Subscription options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bonsai Focus ES Mayo/Junio 2016 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Nov Dec 2021 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Jan Feb 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Mar - Apr 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES May - Jun 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES July Aug 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Sep Oct 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Nove Dec 2023 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Jan Feb 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Mar Apr 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES May June 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| July August 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Jul Aug 2025 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Jan Feb 2025 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Nov Dec 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Sep Oct 2024 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Sep Oct 2025 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Bonsai Focus ES Jan - Feb 2026 | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlipHTML5 free?

FlipHTML5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bonsai Focus ES free?

Bonsai Focus ES is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlipHTML5 or Bonsai Focus ES?

Bonsai Focus ES is rated higher. FlipHTML5 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Bonsai Focus ES averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do FlipHTML5 or Bonsai Focus ES have ads?

Neither FlipHTML5 nor Bonsai Focus ES shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlipHTML5 or Bonsai Focus ES?

FlipHTML5 ships an update every 2 months, and Bonsai Focus ES every 10 months. Most recently, FlipHTML5 was updated on October 12, 2026 and Bonsai Focus ES on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*