InkMachines vs YACHAO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
InkMachines
This app allows users to manage settings and control wireless X2 power supply devices in real time. It provides a seamless connection for tattoo artists to optimize their equipment.
- Real-time device control
- Settings management
- Wireless X2 power supply compatibility
- Seamless connection
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InkMachines is the companion app for compatible InkMachines X2 devices. Connect over Bluetooth to view device status, manage supported settings, and control compatible power supplies from a clear, customizable work screen. Features include: - live voltage, battery, signal, and work-status presentation - control of supported power-supply functions - device settings and firmware status - customizable backgrounds, colors, and button appearance - App & Device Guide with pairing and operating information - setup transfer to another phone or tablet - layouts adapted for supported iPhone and iPad sizes Compatible InkMachines hardware is required for device control. Available features depend on the connected device and its firmware. Always follow the instructions supplied with your InkMachines equipment.
YACHAO
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The features of "YACHAO" : An AI smart tattoo machine APP
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: YACHAO at every 11 days against InkMachines's every 9 months. YACHAO also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
InkMachines ships an update every 9 months, YACHAO every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | InkMachines | YACHAO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 157 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | InkMachines Sweden AB | Hangzhou Yachao Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
InkMachines
No in-app purchases
YACHAO
No in-app purchases
