Comparison

instax mini Link vs KeepACard

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

Head to head
About

instax mini Link

Easily print photos from your smartphone using a compatible instax mini Link printer. Enhance your images with frames, collages, and AR decorations. Remotely control your camera and even create fun photobooth-style prints.

Highlights
  • Simple photo printing from smartphone
  • Frame and collage creation
  • Remote camera shutter
  • AR content decoration
  • Photobooth-style prints
  • Air drawing with instax mini Link 2
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This app is exclusively for use with the FUJIFILM instax mini Link™ printer series. Access the following features by connecting your instax mini Link™ printer to this app via Bluetooth. <Features for all instax mini Link™ printers> (1) Simple Print* Easily print images with your smartphone! *You can also print from videos. (2) Frame Print / Collage Print Add fun, creative frames to your images, or share your latest adventure as a collage, combining your snaps into one instax™ photo! (3) instax Camera™ Take photos with your smartphone, remotely, using the printer's power button as a shutter release! (4) instax AiR Studio™ Decorate the space with your favorite AR contents! Capturing photos with decorated AR contents anytime, anywhere! (5) Click to Collage Enjoy the photobooth experience with Click to Collage! Take a series of six images at three second intervals. 3, 2, 1... Smile! (6) Match Test Will you find your perfect match? Take the Match Test to find out! (7) Content Printing Mode Import your favorite images and content saved in your smartphone's photo app directly into the app, simulate how you'll use them after printing, and then print! <Exclusive Function for instax mini Link 2™> (8) instaxAiR™ Show off your creativity! Simply press & hold the feature button, then draw in the air with the printer! [Supported OS] iOS17.0 or later

About

KeepACard

Features
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Celebrate birthdays the way they deserve with memories that last forever. KeepACard makes it easy to save, organize, and revisit all your birthday cards in one safe, personalized space. With just a few taps, you can: Save cards by uploading photos or digital files Organize birthdays with reminders for friends, family, and loved ones Keep memories alive by storing messages, wishes, and photos together Whether you love collecting heartfelt wishes or simply want a convenient way to look back on special moments, KeepACard helps you treasure every celebration. Why you’ll love it: Simple, intuitive design Unlimited card storage with pro Make every birthday unforgettable—download KeepACard today! Terms og use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

instax mini Link4 screens
KeepACard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: instax mini Link at none against KeepACard's 1. instax mini Link also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. KeepACard sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per year. instax mini Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

instax mini Link ships an update every 2 months, KeepACard every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
instax mini Link versus KeepACard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterinstax mini LinkKeepACard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (53K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings53K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#165 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size951 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFUJIFILM CorporationBENJAMIN LINDGREN CHRISTENSEN

Bugs and requests

instax mini Link

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Printer not recognized by app
  • Prints coming out blurry or pixelated
  • Wasted film due to unexplained errors
  • Bluetooth connection issues
  • App crashing or freezing

Requested features

5 requests
  • More frame and sticker options
  • Ability to save edited photos
  • Improved print quality
  • Dedicated photo booth mode
  • Easier access to hidden albums

KeepACard

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

instax mini Link

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

KeepACard

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Pro$6.991 Year

Questions

Is instax mini Link free?
instax mini Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KeepACard free?
KeepACard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do instax mini Link or KeepACard have ads?
KeepACard shows ads; instax mini Link does not.
Which is updated more often, instax mini Link or KeepACard?
instax mini Link ships an update every 2 months, and KeepACard every 7 months. Most recently, instax mini Link was updated on November 13, 2026 and KeepACard on November 12, 2026.

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