Niban vs Ublux
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Niban
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The app icon is a blue "2". Try placing it next to the "Ichiban" (with "1") icon on your home screen for easy access. Just like a TV remote, simply tap the numbered icon to start a video call - tap "1" for one person, "2" for another. For Beginners: 1) For senior beginners, we recommend having a family member help with the initial setup. 2) Let them know: "I've added another contact. You can now video call with [name]" and "Look for the blue '2' icon." 3) After setup, please help them test the connection and guide them through their first calls. Setup and Operation: Same simple process as "Ichiban" app.
Ublux
This app provides a VOIP calling solution for seamless international communication. It offers free app-to-app calls with high-definition quality and secure discussions. Access international numbers from 160 countries with 24/7 security and data encryption.
- International calling from 160 countries
- Free app-to-app calls
- High-definition call quality
- Secure discussions with data encryption
- Seamless integration with tools
- Scalable call volume
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Stay connected with your contacts on the go. Ublux puts a world-class international call application in your pocket, so you can handle calls anywhere, anytime. Ublux adapts to your needs, allowing you to make and receive calls seamlessly, integrating with your favourite tools. Apart from the typical functionalities, our complimentary VOIP application allows you to use more. Top-notch, free app-to-app calls. Enjoy high-definition calls and ensure secure discussions. Access international numbers from 160 countries and enjoy 24/7 security and data encryption. Scale your call volume up or down effortlessly. Experience Ublux for instant access, flexibility, and enhanced communication.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Niban at every 2 months against Ublux's every 7 months. Niban also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Niban ships an update every 2 months, Ublux every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Niban | Ublux |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Yuko Nakata | Ublux |
In-app purchases
Niban
No in-app purchases
Ublux
No in-app purchases









