iMast vs NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iMast
This unofficial client for Mastodon offers real-time timeline updates and supports multiple accounts. It allows customization of post "via" information and integrates with Shortcuts for automated posting. Enjoy features like push notifications and font size adjustments.
- Multiple account login
- Post 'via' customization
- Real-time timeline updates
- Music app integration
- Shortcuts app integration
- Push notifications
- Font size adjustment
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iMastは、iOS及びiPadOS用の非公式Mastodonクライアントです。 以下の機能を備えています。 * 複数アカウントでのログイン * 投稿のvia(Mastodon上での連携アプリ名)の変更 * ホームタイムライン、ローカルタイムライン、リストのストリーミングによるリアルタイム更新 * ミュージック App で再生している曲の投稿 * 通知の一覧表示とプッシュ通知 (プッシュ通知は別途設定から利用開始する必要があります) * タイムラインのフォントサイズの変更 * iPadOS でのマルチウインドウへの対応 * などなど 公式アカウント: @imast_ios@mstdn.rinsuki.net https://mstdn.rinsuki.net/@imast_ios
NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
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There are already many apps that post “#NowPlaying,” but it’s hard to know which one to use, right? I don’t know either. So I made one! Once you launch the app, you can send a post to your linked account in just a few taps! - Not available yet (planned for future support) ↓ It will also automatically post when the song changes! (Auto posting is a paid feature) These can be toggled on/off from the settings screen. I’m developing this in between work and family time while taking your valuable feedback into account. Your support is greatly appreciated!! Thank you for 3,400 monthly active users!! ================================================== The source code of this app is available on GitHub, so I’d be very happy if you submit Issues or Pull Requests! ================================================== Term of User: https://github.com/nnsnodnb/nowplaying-ios/wiki/Terms-of-use Privacy Poclicy: https://github.com/nnsnodnb/nowplaying-ios/wiki/Privacy-Policy Notation based on Japan's Act on Specified Commercial Transactions: https://nnsnodnb.moe/commercial-law/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iMast at none against NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~'s 8. iMast also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~'s advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~ sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. iMast asks for nothing beyond the download.
iMast ships an update every 3 months, NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iMast | NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Pronama LLC | Yuya Asamura |
In-app purchases
iMast
No in-app purchases
NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
- 自動ツイートFree
- Post ticket (30 tickets)$0.69
- Remove banner Ads$1.99
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- Buy me a coffee$1.99
- Post ticket (160 tickets)$3.19
- Post ticket (350 tickets)$6.29
- Post ticket (1,200 tickets)$18.90
- Post ticket (4,200 tickts)$62.90
Questions
Is iMast free?
Is NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~ free?
Do iMast or NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~ have ads?
Which is updated more often, iMast or NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~?
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