Comparison

iXflash vs Stash Bag

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

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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.

About

Stash Bag

Features
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StashBag Turn the “spatial storage bag” from cultivation novels into your everyday tool. In cultivation fantasy stories, the protagonist always carries a spatial storage bag—open it, and every resource and artifact is clearly visible. StashBag brings this idea into real life, helping you keep track of what you truly own. No more forgetting, no more duplicate purchases, no more expired items. Core Features 1. Consumables Management Perfect for plumbing parts, household supplies, and daily essentials. Set safety stock levels and automatically add low-stock items to your shopping list. Quick +/− quantity adjustment, expiration reminders, and usage tracking. Avoid realizing you’ve run out right when you need something. 2. Collectibles Management (LEGO Supported) Ideal for LEGO, figures, and models. Manage Owned and Wishlist items with automatic shopping list integration. Search by LEGO set number to import official name, image, and piece count. LEGO data is provided via the Rebrickable API (https://rebrickable.com/). This app uses Rebrickable’s public API. LEGO is a registered trademark of the LEGO Group. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the LEGO Group. 3. Smart Shopping List When consumables fall below safety stock or collectibles are marked as Wishlist, they are automatically added to your shopping list. See everything at a glance when you shop. 4. Local-First Design All data is stored on your device. Supports JSON export and import for backup. Available in Traditional Chinese, English, and Japanese, with dark mode support. StashBag is your digital storage bag—so you always know what you own and when to restock.

Screenshots

iXflash4 screens
Stash Bag4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iXflash at Free against Stash Bag's $3.99. Stash Bag's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

iXflash is free to download; Stash Bag costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, Stash Bag daily. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iXflash versus Stash Bag: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriXflashStash Bag
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.6 (97 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings97 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVinpower IncCHIAO KUEI HSU

In-app purchases

None

iXflash

No in-app purchases

None

Stash Bag

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iXflash free?
iXflash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stash Bag free?
Stash Bag costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do iXflash or Stash Bag have ads?
Neither iXflash nor Stash Bag shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iXflash or Stash Bag?
iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stash Bag daily. Most recently, iXflash was updated on September 27, 2026 and Stash Bag on September 21, 2026.

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