Comparison

Media Converter Flex Plus vs BUSY

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

Head to head
About

Media Converter Flex Plus

This app allows for versatile conversion of videos, audio, and images to various formats. It can reduce file sizes, combine media, and even capture text from images. The PLUS version unlocks all features without additional purchases.

Highlights
  • Convert video to MP4 or GIF
  • Reduce file sizes
  • Combine multiple videos or audio files
  • Convert audio to MP3 or OGG
  • Convert images to JPG, PNG, or PDF
  • Capture text from images
  • Save custom conversion presets
Features
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=== This PLUS version of Media Converter Flex already includes and unlocks all the In-App-Purchase features of the regular Media Converter Flex apps, excluding text-to-speech. No In-App-Purchases required, ideal for educational buyers. === Easily convert media to a desired format in a versatile way to save storage space, send media faster or make it compatible with online platforms or other apps. Media Converter Flex supports converting videos, audios, images and even texts. With the built-in voice memo app, you can record audio directly to MP3 format. All features in detail: Video - Convert video from Photos app or files to MP4 format or GIF - Reduce the file size by several times - Specify whether MCF should focus on fast conversion or smaller file sizes - Limit the storage size by setting a limit that MCF should adhere to*. - Conveniently combine multiple videos with the same properties (height, width) into a single video - Automatically convert many videos one after another without doing anything else* Audio - Convert M4A or AAC files to MP3 or OGG format - Set the kbit rate to optimize file size or quality - Combine multiple audio files into a single MP3 file - Convert an audio to MP4 video file with still image - Specify meta data such as title, artist and album*. - Automatically convert many audios one after another without doing anything else* Image - Convert images from Photos app or files to JPG or PNG format - Scale images to a desired width or height - Reduce file size by adjusting image quality - Convert one or more photos into a (multi-page) PDF file - Take one photo and save it individually or with other images as a PDF file - Automatically convert many images one after another without doing anything else* Audio recording - Record yourself directly into MCF to save the result as an MP3 file - Pause your recording easily Text - Capture text from images to quickly copy a text into other apps like Let Us Listen Individual presets* Save a lot of time by saving your desired settings. All parameters can be changed and saved permanently, so you don't need to change anything in future conversions, just select the files you want. * The marked features are already included in this PLUS version of MCF; no extra In-App-Purchases are required.

About

BUSY

Enhance your productivity by blocking distracting apps and muting notifications. This tool offers customizable focus sessions, including Pomodoro-style workflows, and provides insights into your distraction attempts to help you improve focus.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus sessions (timer, Pomodoro, no time limit)
  • Distraction blocking (apps, notifications)
  • Accountability features (no skipping sessions)
  • Distraction attempt tracking
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Customizable timer themes
Features
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BUSY — Focus Timer & Distraction Blocker
 Stay focused. Get more done. 
Block distracting apps and notifications while adding structure to your day. Choose short focus sessions with regular breaks or switch to deep focus mode. Work without interruptions on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac.
 FEATURES: - Instant Focus. Start focusing in one tap. Choose Pomodoro-style sessions with breaks or work without time limits. - BUSY Bar Сontrol. Connect and manage your BUSY Bar from your phone. Start focus sessions, block distractions, update firmware, connect to Wi-Fi, and more. - Music Themes. Choose visual themes with music designed to support deep, focused work. - Block Distractions. Automatically block distracting apps and mute notifications so you stay in control. - Track Your Attempts. See how often you try to open blocked apps and build stronger focus habits. - Structured Focus Sessions. Stay consistent with focus intervals designed to improve productivity. - Apple Watch & Mac Support. Start, stop, or manage sessions from your Apple Watch or Mac. Everything syncs instantly.
 BUSY helps you stay focused, reduce distractions, and build better work habits — across all your devices.

Screenshots

Media Converter Flex Plus4 screens
BUSY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BUSY at 58% against Media Converter Flex Plus's 0%. BUSY also leads on price (Free vs $6.99) and rating (3.8 vs 1.0). Media Converter Flex Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

BUSY is free to download; Media Converter Flex Plus costs $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BUSY holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BUSY has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Media Converter Flex Plus's written reviews are positive against 58% of BUSY's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Media Converter Flex Plus ships an update monthly, BUSY fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Media Converter Flex Plus versus BUSY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedia Converter Flex PlusBUSY
Price$6.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)3.8 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews58.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings113 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, Mac, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB160 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian MayrFlipper - FZCO

Customer experience

Media Converter Flex Plus

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

BUSY

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Media Converter Flex Plus

No in-app purchases

None

BUSY

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Media Converter Flex Plus free?
Media Converter Flex Plus costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BUSY free?
BUSY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Media Converter Flex Plus or BUSY?
BUSY is rated higher. Media Converter Flex Plus averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BUSY averages 3.8 from 13 ratings.
Do Media Converter Flex Plus or BUSY have ads?
Neither Media Converter Flex Plus nor BUSY shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Media Converter Flex Plus or BUSY?
Media Converter Flex Plus ships an update monthly, and BUSY fortnightly. Most recently, Media Converter Flex Plus was updated on October 24, 2026 and BUSY on October 24, 2026.

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