Comparison

iSperm Swine 5 vs HiveBloom

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

Head to head
About

iSperm Swine 5

Features
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◉ iSperm: The Leading mCASA Solution iSperm is the first mini/mobile computer-assisted sperm analyzer (mCASA). It offers readings of concentration, total motility, progressive motility and sperm kinetics. You can also clearly understand the behaviors of the sperms through the labeled sperm tracks. Capable of analyzing semen qualities for various species, iSperm mCASA helps customers monitor the fertility of economic, companion, and endangered animals. ● Accurate Semen Analyzer in Your Briefcase Is traveling between the lab and the field a routine for you? iSperm mCASA brings you the highest mobility and flexibility. With the weight of a laptop and the size of a briefcase, iSperm mCASA is a portable and professional semen analyzer. You can now perform rapid screening in the field, and work on sophisticated examinations in the lab. Furthermore, the analysis can be done within 1 minute. The intuitive UI and light weight design makes iSperm perfect for both in lab and in field use. ● Visualizing Sperm Movements A moving sperm doesn’t guarantee its fertility. iSperm mCASA labels sperms in various colors based on their swimming tracks. Advanced sperm kinetics such as velocity and straightness are also calculated automatically. You can now clearly see the movement of every single sperm, and cross-reference with your evaluation. ● Get Solid Insights from Numeric Data Data are the most important source of generating insights. iSperm mCASA generates numeric data for you to not only examine the current fertility, but also to see the long-term trend. With iSperm mCASA, you can now make assessment based on both experience and numeric proof. ● Trusted by Worldwide Customers Vets, breeders and researchers from 40+ different countries have apply iSperm mCASA to simply their daily works.

About

HiveBloom

This app simplifies beekeeping by providing a digital journal for managing your hives. It helps you track colonies, record inspections, and stay organized, with features like cloud syncing and weather-based reminders. The free version supports up to two hives.

Highlights
  • Free management for up to 2 hives
  • Unlimited hive inspections
  • Apiary mapping and organization
  • Detailed hive health tracking
  • Cloud backup and syncing
  • Weather-based inspection reminders
  • Offline functionality
Features
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HiveBloom: Free beehive management for healthier, happier bees Keep your colonies thriving with HiveBloom, the beekeeping journal that makes hive management clear and effortless. Whether you're tending a few backyard hives or managing a large apiary, HiveBloom helps you stay organized and connected to your bees. Free forever for up to 2 hives. - Free forever. Manage up to 2 hives with unlimited inspections at no cost. No trial, no credit card, no expiration. - Upgrade when you're ready. Unlock unlimited hives and premium features for only $59.99/year or $5.99/month. - Oversee every apiary. Add as many apiaries as you like and see them pinned on the map. - Track your hives. HiveBloom keeps your colonies organized in one place. - Protect your bees' health. Record detailed inspections and check the status of any hive at a glance. - Work together. Share apiaries so friends or fellow beekeepers can help manage your hives. - Always in sync. Your records are securely backed up and automatically synced to the cloud. - Stay on schedule. Get notified when it's time to inspect, with smart reminders based on your local weather. - Works offline. Keep logging even without a connection. - Quick access. Use QR codes or NFC tags on your hives for instant identification. View our terms of service at https://hivebloom.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

HiveBloom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iSperm Swine 5 at none against HiveBloom's 4. iSperm Swine 5 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). HiveBloom's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. HiveBloom sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. iSperm Swine 5 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iSperm Swine 5 ships an update every 2 months, HiveBloom fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iSperm Swine 5 versus HiveBloom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriSperm Swine 5HiveBloom
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (291 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—291 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAidmics Biotechnology Co., LtdMartin Fuhry

Bugs and requests

iSperm Swine 5

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

HiveBloom

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Technical issue with no support response
  • Lost all entries and data after free trial
  • Issues with reloading records after phone death (resolved by support)
  • Harvest feature issue (resolved by support)

Requested features

9 requests
  • Ability to share notes/inspections read-only
  • Summary views for varroa counts, hive weights, gentleness over time
  • Line graphs for data visualization
  • Financial management features (recording sales, units)
  • Ability to modify dates to be in the past
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  • General notes per hive
  • Ability to mark defensive bees
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

In-app purchases

None

iSperm Swine 5

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

HiveBloom

Subscriptions4
  • HiveBloom Monthly$2.991 Month
  • HiveBloom Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • HiveBloom Yearly$17.991 Year
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  • HiveBloom Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is iSperm Swine 5 free?
iSperm Swine 5 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HiveBloom free?
HiveBloom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iSperm Swine 5 or HiveBloom have ads?
Neither iSperm Swine 5 nor HiveBloom shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iSperm Swine 5 or HiveBloom?
iSperm Swine 5 ships an update every 2 months, and HiveBloom fortnightly. Most recently, iSperm Swine 5 was updated on October 26, 2026 and HiveBloom on November 3, 2026.

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