# iXflash vs Alertplates

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iXflash at none against Alertplates's 1. iXflash also leads on ratings volume (120 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). Alertplates's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 85%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Alertplates sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. iXflash asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alertplates holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iXflash has 120 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of iXflash's written reviews are positive against 100% of Alertplates's.

iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, Alertplates monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iXflash | Alertplates |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (120 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ixflash/id1166459341/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **120** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 84.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 220 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Vinpower Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166459340) | [Alertplates LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/719680350) |

## What reviewers say

### iXflash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ixflash/id1166459341)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Alertplates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947)

This app allows vehicle owners to receive anonymous alerts about potential issues with their parked cars, such as suspicious individuals or damage. Users can also share brief, time-limited alerts for specific areas to enhance community safety.

**Highlights:** Anonymous license plate alerts, Suspicious person notifications, Damage or tampering alerts, Opt-in plate registration, Area-based alert notifications, 12-hour area alert map

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iXflash free?

iXflash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Alertplates free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iXflash or Alertplates?

Alertplates is rated higher. iXflash averages 4.7 out of 5 from 120 ratings, while Alertplates averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do iXflash or Alertplates have ads?

Neither iXflash nor Alertplates shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iXflash or Alertplates?

iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, and Alertplates monthly. Most recently, iXflash was updated on November 11, 2026 and Alertplates on October 30, 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.*