Comparison

Möbius Sync vs Hoflaw

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

Head to head
About

Möbius Sync

Sync files between your iOS devices and other Syncthing-compatible platforms without relying on cloud services. Access files within the app's sandbox or, with a paid upgrade, integrate with other apps' sandboxes and export photos.

Highlights
  • Peer-to-peer file synchronization
  • Syncthing engine integration
  • Sync with other Syncthing devices
  • Access files via iOS Files app
  • Paid access to other app sandboxes
  • Paid export of iOS Photo Library
Features
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Möbius Sync brings Syncthing to your iPhone or iPad, allowing you to synchronize selected files between iOS devices and other devices supported by Syncthing, without the need for any cloud service. Supports multiple folders and multiple remote devices. Synchronized folders can be created: 1. in the Möbius Sync sandbox and files can be added to and retrieved from shared folders via the iOS Files app; or 2. (PAID feature) by accessing other apps' sandboxes. This feature is EXPERIMENTAL and may break other app's functionality; or 3. (PAID featured) iOS Photo Library folders can be exported to other devices send-only. Uses the open-source Syncthing engine internally. Usage within the Möbius Sync sandbox is free up to 20MB. Unlimited file sync, including files in other apps' sanboxes is available for a one-time purchase. NOTE: The functionality unlocked by in-app purchase is identical to that in Möbius Sync Pro (which is purchased up-front).

About

Hoflaw

Features
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Hoflaw helps you understand how long your tasks actually take. Inspired by Hofstadter’s Law: "It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's law". The app reveals the hidden gap between expectation and reality. Log an intention, start the timer, and compare your estimate with the actual duration. Over time, you’ll recognize and refine your predictions, and improve how you plan your tasks and projects, hopefully.

Screenshots

Möbius Sync1 screens
Hoflaw4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hoflaw at none against Möbius Sync's 1. On price, ads, 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. Möbius Sync sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Hoflaw asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Möbius Sync versus Hoflaw: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMöbius SyncHoflaw
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (141 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews54.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings141 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPickup Infinity LimitedPIETRO CASAVECCHIA

Bugs and requests

Möbius Sync

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Syncthing version incompatibility with v2.x devices
  • Device discovery limited to 1 of 5 paired devices
  • Insufficient space errors despite available storage
  • Purchase dialog rendering issues on older devices
  • Purchase not persisting after app reinstall
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  • Settings reset after app updates
  • External folder bookmark path cannot be changed
  • .stfolder sync failures and naming conflicts
  • Sync hangs at intermediate percentages
  • Files not appearing in designated folders despite sync confirmation
  • App crashes and becomes unresponsive
  • Language preference not saved between sessions
  • Syncthing disabled errors with no explanation
  • Quick Sync feature not working reliably
  • Accessibility issues with VoiceOver
  • App storage consuming excessive disk space (10GB+)

Requested features

15 requests
  • Update internal Syncthing to version 2.x or higher
  • iOS Photos app sync capability (at least one-way upload)
  • True background synchronization
  • Selective folder sync to save storage space
  • File Provider extension for deeper iOS integration
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  • Widget for continuous background operation
  • Photo library backup functionality
  • Family sharing support for purchases
  • Better UI/UX with custom frontend instead of web interface
  • Automatic sync without manual app opening
  • Support for untrusted devices
  • Folder encryption support
  • Location-based sync triggers
  • More frequent Syncthing core updates
  • Better documentation and setup guides

Hoflaw

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Möbius Sync

One-time1
  • Unlimited file sync$4.99
None

Hoflaw

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Möbius Sync free?
Möbius Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hoflaw free?
Hoflaw is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Möbius Sync or Hoflaw have ads?
Neither Möbius Sync nor Hoflaw shows ads.

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