Comparison

ADB Go vs AirAPK

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

Head to head
About

ADB Go

This application enables ADB staff to securely authenticate into their system using QR codes. It also facilitates the digital signing of transactions through push notifications for enhanced security and efficiency.

Highlights
  • QR code authentication
  • Digital transaction signing
  • Push notification authorization
  • Secure system access
  • Staff-specific utility
Features
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This app allows ADB staff to authenticate to their system via QR codes and digitally sign transactions via push.

About

AirAPK

Features
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AirAPK is a professional local-network toolkit for Android TV enthusiasts, audiophiles, and developers. Connect wirelessly over ADB to inspect hardware capabilities, mirror your TV screen, manage apps, and push APKs — all from your iPhone or iPad. No PC or cables required. LAN ADB Device Management - Quick connect via IP and port (default 5555) or a 6-digit pairing code - Save multiple devices for instant switching - View real-time device specs, Android version, and build info APK & File Management - Push and install APKs to your TV via QR code scan or direct download link - Browse, force-stop, uninstall, and clear the cache of any app - Push and pull files between iOS and Android TV seamlessly Advanced AV Capability Inspector - Deep hardware analysis of video decoding: H.264, HEVC/H.265, VP9, AV1 - HDR support detection: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision - Audio passthrough and decoding: AC3, E-AC3, TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD, FLAC, Opus - Export and share detailed capability reports Real-Time Screen Mirroring & Remote - Low-latency TV screen projection over an optimized ADB protocol - Virtual remote with D-pad, media keys, and home/back navigation - Capture high-quality screenshots and save them to your photo library Developer & Power-User Tools - Built-in ADB shell for direct command execution and system debugging - Manage background processes and system services - Clean, professional dark UI optimized for quick operations Privacy & Security First - 100% offline operation — zero data collection, no cloud servers - All connections stay strictly within your local Wi-Fi network - Built on the standard Android Debug Bridge (ADB) protocol Compatibility & Setup - Requires an Android TV / Google TV device with Network ADB enabled in Developer Options - Optimized for iOS 15+ and iPadOS - Compatible with Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense, NVIDIA Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, and most Android TV / Google TV devices Disclaimer: AirAPK is an independent, third-party utility. It is not affiliated with Google, Android, or any television manufacturer. This app requires enabling Developer Options and Network ADB on your target device. Standard ADB security practices apply. Unlock your TV's true potential — download AirAPK and take full control today!

Screenshots

ADB Go4 screens
AirAPK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ADB Go at none against AirAPK's 1. ADB Go also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). AirAPK's advantage is update cadence (monthly 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. AirAPK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ADB Go asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ADB Go ships an update every 2 months, AirAPK monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ADB Go versus AirAPK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterADB GoAirAPK
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsian Development Bank爽 彭

In-app purchases

None

ADB Go

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

AirAPK

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is ADB Go free?
ADB Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AirAPK free?
AirAPK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ADB Go or AirAPK have ads?
Neither ADB Go nor AirAPK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ADB Go or AirAPK?
ADB Go ships an update every 2 months, and AirAPK monthly. Most recently, ADB Go was updated on October 17, 2026 and AirAPK on October 3, 2026.

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