Comparison

Möbius Sync vs knode

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

Head to head
About

Möbius Sync

Synchronize files between your iOS devices and other Syncthing-supported platforms without relying on cloud storage. Manage multiple folders and remote devices, with options for sandbox or experimental cross-app sandbox syncing.

Highlights
  • File synchronization between iOS and other Syncthing devices
  • No cloud service required
  • Supports multiple folders and remote devices
  • Sync within app sandbox or other app sandboxes (paid)
  • Uses open-source Syncthing engine
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 either: 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. 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

knode

Organize temporary group plans with a private, invite-only system. Assign ordered tasks, chat by topic, and track progress on a shared map until the plan concludes. Designed for families, study groups, event teams, and trips.

Highlights
  • Private, invite-only groups
  • Time-boxed plans with automatic deletion
  • Ordered task assignment
  • HQ location pinning
  • Shared map pins for tasks
  • Topic-based chat channels
  • Offline task and message syncing
Features
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Plan together without losing the details in scattered texts. Knode is a shared group planner for real-world events and short plans—parties, trips, study projects, volunteer days, move-in weekends, and friend-group errands. Bring people, tasks, conversations, and places into one private plan so everyone knows what to do and what comes next. CREATE YOUR GROUP • Start a private group around an event, trip, or shared responsibility • Set a group HQ and a clear planning window • Invite members by account or email—no public group feed, no strangers browsing in ASSIGN THE WORK • Create tasks with a location and start time • Assign responsibilities to the right people • Add checklists, photos, and progress so nothing gets dropped • Track what’s next, in progress, and done STAY IN SYNC • Chat in group and task channels—keep updates with the work, not lost in SMS threads • Send photos and voice notes when typing isn’t enough • Get notified about invites, messages, and task updates • See your group HQ and task pins on a shared map BUILT FOR REAL PLANS Knode is for small crews who need clear ownership—not another endless group chat. Leaders can organize the plan; members can see their tasks, talk in context, and show up ready. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a travel day, a study session, or a weekend of household errands, Knode keeps the plan in one place—so the group actually follows through.

Screenshots

Möbius Sync1 screens
knode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: knode at 5.0 against Möbius Sync's 3.8. knode also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Möbius Sync's advantage is ratings volume (140 vs 2). 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. knode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

knode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Möbius Sync has 140 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Möbius Sync ships an update every 2 months, knode every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Möbius Sync versus knode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMöbius Syncknode
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (140 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings140 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.1 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB73 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPickup Infinity LimitedSulieman Vidal

Customer experience

Möbius Sync

All ratings140 ratings
Positive67.9%
Neutral8.6%
Negative23.6%
Written reviews171 reviews
Positive55.0%
Neutral14.0%
Negative31.0%

knode

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

knode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Möbius Sync

One-time1
  • Unlimited file sync$4.99
None

knode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Möbius Sync free?
Möbius Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is knode free?
knode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Möbius Sync or knode?
knode is rated higher. Möbius Sync averages 3.8 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while knode averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Möbius Sync or knode have ads?
Neither Möbius Sync nor knode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Möbius Sync or knode?
Möbius Sync ships an update every 2 months, and knode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Möbius Sync was updated on October 3, 2026 and knode on October 11, 2026.

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