iXflash vs EnergizeriMemory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iXflash
This app extends your iPhone, iPad, or iPod storage with a compatible OTG drive. It allows for quick photo backups, direct recording of 4K videos, file transfers, and offline media playback, saving you from costly cloud storage fees.
- One-touch photo album backup
- Live recording with 4K support
- PC/Mac to iDevice file transfer
- Offline music and movie playback
- Read-only/write-protect drive option
- Import iCloud photos and videos
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The iXflash app works with PIODATA's MFi certified iXflash OTG drive, which has been certified to work with all Apple “i” Devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod) utilizing the lightning port. The iXflash offers so many incredibly useful features, such as: • Quickly perform a complete back-up of your entire photo album with just one touch. o Supports Live Photo and burst photo. o Able to import and back-up all photos and videos stored in your iCloud storage for a complete back-up o Saves money eliminating the need for the costly monthly iCloud expanded storage fees. • Live Recording Plus – Able to take photos and videos directly to the iXflash: o Pause & Resume recording to maintain video continuity without stopping and restarting o Supports 4K recording o Switch between front and rear cameras during recording • Easily transfer files between PC/Mac computers and your iDevices. o Supports compression files such as Zip/7z/RAR formats, including any password protection used o Supports importing/sharing files from 3rd party apps, such as Line, Whatsapp, Facebook, Dropbox, WeChat, etc. o Support iOS Files app • Set the drive to read only / write protect o Prevent others from deleting or altering any content stored on the iXflash to ensure the safety and integrity of your personal photos, files, etc. • Enjoy your personal music and movie collections anytime without the need for an internet connection or using the limited memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. o Supports Hi-Resolution music playback, including FLAC and ALAC. o Supports most video formats for playback, and stores your video watch history to quickly continue playback from the last scene played. o Fully supports playing and recording H.265 videos. o Gesture control on video playback; fast forward, rewind, control volume and brightness just by tapping or swiping the screen • Plus many other convenient features that make the iXflash drive even more than just an extended flash storage for your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Intuitive file management The iXflash offers all the critical standard file operational functions. With its state of the art user interface, you can easily access your favorite files or continue working on your most recently opened file in one step. Your digital collection iXflash can be your extended digital library. With built-in media players, you can listen to your favorite music or watch your stored movies and video collections effortlessly. Storing these large files on the iXflash for easy playback means you won’t use up the limited storage memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Plus, since you can access the iXflash without requiring the internet, it means you can play your music and movies while traveling on a plane or in locations that do not have internet connections. Why pay a monthly subscription for added cloud storage when the iXflash provides necessary added storage without charging a monthly fee like a cloud storage service. iXflash Camera You can record 4K videos and take photos using the built-in iXflash camera function. The videos and photos will be saved directly to the iXflash drive, saving precious memory and not occupying any memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Even with all these great features, the PIODATA team promises to continue enhancing the app with more and more user-friendly features that will be released periodically in the future. Make sure you keep the App updated with the latest version for the latest features and benefits. Disclaimer: Due to restrictions set by Apple, this product may have limitations with older iOS devices.
EnergizeriMemory
This utility app allows users to expand storage for their Apple devices and computers. It facilitates easy file transfer, backup, and playback of media, freeing up valuable space on iPhones and iPads.
- Expand iPhone/iPad storage
- Transfer files between devices
- Backup and restore contacts
- Independent music/video playback
- Stream 1080p videos
- File management operations
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Energizer iMemory is a multi-functional storage device for Mac, PC, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. Energizer iMemory has a standard USB interface and a lightning connector for iPhone and iPad. Free up space on your iPhone and iPad. Transfer and share files between your iPhone, iPad & Mac or PC quickly and easily. Energizer iMemory Functions: ● Contact list backup and restore. ●Supports independent music and video playback. ●Stream 1080p videos directly from Energizer iMemory ● File management operations such as copy, delete, export etc. ●Browse files store on Energizer iMemory Drive. ●Browse local files stored within Energizer iMemory App. ●Transfer media and files from iPhone to Energizer iMemory Drive. Compatibility: ● iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch with lightning connector running iOS version 8.0 or later. ●PCs running Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows 8. ●Mac computers running Mac OS 10.5 or later.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EnergizeriMemory at 5.0 against iXflash's 4.6. EnergizeriMemory also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). iXflash's advantage is ratings volume (97 vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EnergizeriMemory holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iXflash has 97 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, EnergizeriMemory every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iXflash | EnergizeriMemory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (97 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 84.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 97 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 215 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vinpower Inc | Gopod Group Limited |
Customer experience
iXflash
EnergizeriMemory
In-app purchases
iXflash
No in-app purchases
EnergizeriMemory
No in-app purchases








