Nintendo Switch App vs BoomColor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nintendo Switch App
Enhance your Nintendo Switch online gaming with this companion app. Check friends' online status, add them easily, and access game-specific services. View and share screenshots and videos directly from your system.
- Check friends' online status
- Add friends via QR code or friend code
- View and share screenshots/videos
- Access game-specific services
- Receive notifications for friend online status
- Game-specific features for Zelda, Splatoon, Animal Crossing, Smash Bros.
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The Nintendo Switch App smartphone app enhances your online gameplay experience on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 and Nintendo Switch systems. With this app, you can use friend features and game-specific services for compatible games even when you're not playing! You can also view and share screenshots and videos uploaded from your system. ◆ Check friends' online status You can check whether your friends are online and see what games they're playing. You can also choose to receive a notification in the app when a friend comes online. ◆ Use your smartphone to add friends You can add friends via their friend code or a QR code even when you're not using your system. ◆ View your screenshots and videos You can upload screenshots and videos saved in your Nintendo Switch 2 system's Album to the app, then view, save, and share them. ◆ Access game-specific services You can use these services to view helpful information related to the supported software! You will also have access to a variety of features that will help take your online gameplay experience to the next level. Currently, game-specific services are available for these games: ・ The Legend of Zelda™: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition ・ Get voice guidance to help you reach locations you haven't visited yet ・ Share schematics and items via QR codes ...And more! ・ Splatoon™ 3 ・ View the online status of friends playing the game ・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats ・ View upcoming stage schedules ...And more! ・ Animal Crossing™: New Horizons ・ Send custom designs created in Animal Crossing games on the Nintendo 3DS™ system to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game ・ Use your smartphone to send messages that appear in-game ・ Check the online status of users set as Best Friends ...And more! ・ Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate ・ View posted images and videos ・ Queue downloads of user-created stages to play them in your game ・ Get notifications about upcoming events ...And more! ・ Splatoon™ 2 ・ Check leaderboards and map schedules ・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats ...And more! Important Information: ● Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features, including voice chat. ● Active Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) required to use certain features. ● Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch system and compatible software required to use app features. ● Compatible smartphone required. ● Persistent internet connection required. ● Data charges may apply. ● May include advertising. For more information about GameChat, visit support.nintendo.com ◆ Nintendo Switch Online is not available in all countries. Terms apply. Visit nintendo.com/purchase-terms for more information.
BoomColor
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BoomColor is your relaxing coloring book for iPhone and iPad — hundreds of beautiful outline pages, satisfying tap-to-fill painting, creative effects, and a fresh Daily Challenge every day. Whether you want a calm break, a creative habit, or a fun activity to share, BoomColor makes it easy: browse, tap, color, and save. A HUGE GALLERY TO EXPLORE • 700+ outline pages across ten themed categories • Animals & Wildlife, Nature & Seasons, Vehicles & Transport, Places & Daily Life, Food & Markets, People Sports & Music, Anime & Chibi, Art & Masterpieces, Fantasy & Sci‑Fi, and more • Filter by category and difficulty, search by name, and save favorites • Mark pages complete or add them to favorites with a long press • Starter pages work offline; additional gallery pages download on demand when you need them • Remove downloaded pages from your device anytime to save space TAP TO COLOR — SIMPLE AND SATISFYING • Pick a color or effect and tap inside any region to fill it • Smart fill stays inside the lines for clean, polished results • Undo and redo so you can experiment freely • Your progress is remembered when you return to a page • Portrait and landscape support on iPhone and iPad GO BEYOND FLAT COLOR Unlock creative fill tools including gradients, glitter, metallic, patterns, glow, watercolor, and more. Mix colors and effects to make each page feel unique — from soft pastels to bold, sparkling finishes. DAILY CHALLENGE Every day, a featured challenge appears at the top of Explore. Open the reference, follow live progress as you paint, and work toward coverage and color goals. Hit the effect bonus for extra credits. Complete the challenge, earn rewards, and build your streak day after day. YOUR PHOTOS, YOUR ART Import images from your photo library and turn them into coloring pages. Save finished artwork back to Photos when you’re done. CREDITS & UNLOCKS BoomColor is free to download. Use credits to unlock additional pages forever and access temporary effect unlocks. Earn credits by completing daily challenges, watching optional ads, or purchasing credit packs. Restore purchases anytime. Balances can sync with iCloud so your progress follows you across devices. PERFECT FOR • Stress relief and mindful breaks • Short daily creative habits • Themed coloring by category • Experimenting with colors and effects • Families, commuters, and casual artists • Anyone who loves coloring books without complicated drawing tools BUILT FOR EVERYDAY PLAY • Hide completed or locked pages to focus on what’s next • Smooth gallery browsing with thumbnails for the full catalog • A polished, modern interface designed for calm, focused coloring sessions Relax, explore, and make something beautiful — one tap at a time. Download BoomColor and start bringing color to life today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nintendo Switch App at none against BoomColor's 1. Nintendo Switch App also leads on chart position (#106 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads 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. BoomColor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Nintendo Switch App asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Nintendo Switch App | BoomColor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (13K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 34.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #106 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 558 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nintendo Co., Ltd. | Hassan Chizari |
Bugs and requests
Nintendo Switch App
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login issues
- Infinite loading screens
- Disconnects during voice chat
Requested features
5 requests- Add messaging/invite system
- Integrate with more games
- Allow access to eShop and game libraries
- Improve voice chat quality and functionality
- Add support for landscape mode on iPad
BoomColor
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Nintendo Switch App
No in-app purchases
BoomColor
- Credit Pack — 100$1.99
Questions
Is Nintendo Switch App free?
Is BoomColor free?
Do Nintendo Switch App or BoomColor have ads?
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