# Bebird vs Nelko

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nelko at 96% against Bebird's 21%. Nelko also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (20K vs 20). Bebird's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nelko sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Bebird asks for nothing beyond the download.

Nelko holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nelko has 20K ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Bebird's written reviews are positive against 96% of Nelko's.

Bebird ships an update every 9 days, Nelko every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bebird | Nelko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bebird/id1444627859/reviews) | **[4.9 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nelko/id1659386800/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | 20.9% of reviews | **95.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#142** | #184 |
| Size | 94 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Black Bee Intelligent Manufacturing (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456594404) | [E-z Ink Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794917158) |

## What reviewers say

### Bebird

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bebird/id1444627859)

**Currently charting:** #142 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app connects to a visual ear-picking instrument to display a real-time view of ear canal cleaning. It allows users to safely and easily clean their ears, with options to photograph and record the process. Users can also purchase compatible visual earphones and accessories through the app.

**Highlights:** Real-time ear canal visualization, Photograph and record ear cleaning, Screen lock during use, Purchase visual earphones and accessories, Connected to visual ear-picking instrument

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 💡 Useful for ear cleaning
- 👍 Clear camera quality
- 📷 Able to take pictures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 🔍 Difficulty using the device
- 🤖 App functionality issues
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Camera not working after updates
- Inability to connect to device
- Inconsistent performance

**Requested features**

- Brightness adjustment option
- Landscape mode support
- Saved settings for camera orientation and brightness
- Improved instructions and app design


### Nelko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nelko/id1659386800)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers a smart and creative label design experience with powerful editing tools, AI features, and a vast template library. It simplifies label creation for home, office, study, and gift packaging, making printing effortless and precise.

**Highlights:** Refreshed intuitive UI, All-in-one label creation, Massive template library, AI image generation, AI cutout tool, Support for various label types

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - Limited Time Deal | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Quarterly - Limited Time Deal | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Subscription | $15.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual - Limited Time Deal | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $45.99 | per year |
| 100 points, valid for 1 month | $3.99 | one-time |
| 300 points, valid for 2 months | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Convenient and portable
- 🔍 Helpful for organization
- 💡 Customizable labels
- ⚡ Quick printing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional printing issues
- 🔋 Label fade over time
- 🔍 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Printing misalignment after update
- Connectivity issues with newer devices
- Font size becoming too large after update

**Requested features**

- Barcode scanning capability
- More font and design options
- Ability to delete saved templates
- Indicator for remaining label count


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bebird free?

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

### Is Nelko free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bebird or Nelko?

Nelko is rated higher. Bebird averages 3.0 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Nelko averages 4.9 from 20K ratings.

### Do Bebird or Nelko have ads?

Neither Bebird nor Nelko shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bebird or Nelko?

Bebird ships an update every 9 days, and Nelko every 8 days. Most recently, Bebird was updated on September 23, 2026 and Nelko on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bebird or Nelko?

Bebird currently peaks at #142 in the App Store charts, and Nelko at #184. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*