Comparison

Valeport Ocean vs Siftly

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

Head to head
About

Valeport Ocean

Features
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Valeport Ocean provides the ability to configure, control, download and export data from compatible Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) enabled Valeport instruments. Once paired with a compatible instrument, Valeport Ocean is packed with useful features including: - Read and update instrument sampling setup parameters and site information - Download recorded data from connected instrument - View and select downloaded data via list or map view. - Filter data by geographical location, time/date & instrument serial number. - Display graphical and tabular records of downloaded data - View statistics including minimum, maximum and mean for each parameter recorded - View and compare current data with historical data - Convert data into industry standard formats and share via email & cloud services - Run in auto mode where new profiles are automatically downloaded when an instrument returns within range of the app. - Once downloaded from the instrument, data is stored in the app and can be viewed, converted and exported at any time. - Place instrument into low power sleep mode. While only one instrument can be connected to the app at a time, Valeport Ocean will remember multiple instruments. Valeport Ocean relies on Bluetooth Low Energy for communication with the instrument. - Bluetooth must be enabled for the app to communicate with the instrument - Reliable range of communication is 5-10m with direct line of sight. - Any obstruction between the instrument and connected device will reduce this range. - Bluetooth is blocked by water 100% and the connection will be lost instantly when the instrument is deployed underwater. Valeport Ocean can export data using the following methods: - Email – uses default email client - Dropbox – requires dropbox account - Mass storage – OS dependent Valeport Ocean currently supports the following output formats and supports the output of multiple files in multiple formats: - Valeport default (*.vp2) - AML (*.csv) - Caris (*.svp) - ELAC (*.sva) - Hypack (*.vel) - Kongsberg (*.asvp) - Reson Simplified Profile (*.svp) - Reson Velocity Profile (*.log) - Sonardyne Pro (*.pro) - Sonardyne SPI (*.ssp)

About

Siftly

Easily clean your camera roll by finding and deleting duplicate photos, screenshots, and large files. This app offers a safe, controlled cleanup experience with a swipe-based interface, allowing you to review and undo any action before permanent deletion.

Highlights
  • Find duplicate photos (exact & near-identical)
  • Clean screenshots and photo dumps
  • Swipe-based interface for quick sessions
  • Review before delete
  • Undo any action
  • Storage optimization
Features
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Siftly is a swipe-based photo cleaner for your camera roll — find and delete duplicate photos, clear out screenshots, and free up storage in minutes. Built for safe, controlled cleanup: review every shot before it's removed, undo any decision, and never lose a memory by accident. What you can do with Siftly: • Find duplicate photos — exact and near-identical shots grouped together so you can keep the best one • Spot similar videos and large files — see what's eating your storage • Clean screenshots and photo dumps — swipe through clutter, keep what matters • Tidy your gallery — a Tinder-like swipe interface turns cleanup into quick, easy sessions • Stay in control — review before delete, undo any action, your photos never leave your device Why Siftly is different: Most cleaner apps push aggressive auto-deletion. Siftly is the opposite — it surfaces candidates for cleanup but keeps you in the driver's seat. No bulk deletes, no surprises, no irreversible actions. Perfect for: • People with too many duplicate or burst photos • iPhones running low on space • Anyone afraid to delete the wrong photo Go Premium to unlock: • Unlimited cleanup sessions • Smart duplicate detection • Unlimited undo & recovery • Storage optimization for heavy photos Privacy: Your photos stay on your device. Siftly doesn't upload your library. Privacy Policy: https://cleaner-75f2f.web.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://cleaner-75f2f.web.app/terms

Screenshots

Valeport Ocean3 screens
Siftly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Valeport Ocean at none against Siftly's 3. Valeport Ocean also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Siftly's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 months). On price 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. Siftly sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Valeport Ocean asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Valeport Ocean ships an update every 5 months, Siftly every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Valeport Ocean versus Siftly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterValeport OceanSiftly
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValeport LimitedPavel Ilin

In-app purchases

None

Valeport Ocean

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Siftly

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$12.99

Questions

Is Valeport Ocean free?
Valeport Ocean is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Siftly free?
Siftly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Valeport Ocean or Siftly have ads?
Siftly shows ads; Valeport Ocean does not.
Which is updated more often, Valeport Ocean or Siftly?
Valeport Ocean ships an update every 5 months, and Siftly every 8 days. Most recently, Valeport Ocean was updated on October 19, 2026 and Siftly on October 5, 2026.

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