NexusIM vs iFTx
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NexusIM
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NexusIM for Cloud based IOT Monitoring System. Nexus IM Cloud account is required to use this app. It enables real-time monitoring of provided sensors and infrastructures
iFTx
This app enables seamless communication using FT8 and FT4 digital modes directly from your iOS device. Enjoy portable digital connections, effortless operation with a user-friendly interface, and reliable performance for global contact.
- FT8 and FT4 digital modes
- Portable digital communication
- Global operator connections
- User-friendly interface
- Integrated QSO logging
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Introducing iFTx: The Essential iOS App for FT8 and FT4 Digital Modes! - Seamlessly Engage: iFTx brings FT8 and FT4 digital modes to your iOS device, enabling convenient and portable digital communication. - Anytime, Anywhere: Enjoy the flexibility to connect with operators globally from the comfort of your iOS device. - Effortless Operation: Navigate the user-friendly interface for quick setup and real-time messaging. - Reliable Performance: Experience clear signals and adapt to changing propagation conditions with ease. - Log Your Success: Keep track of your contacts effortlessly with integrated QSO logging.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: NexusIM at Free against iFTx's $1.99. NexusIM also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). iFTx's advantage is chart position (#193 vs unranked). 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
NexusIM is free to download; iFTx costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NexusIM ships an update every 3 months, iFTx every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NexusIM | iFTx |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.2 (70 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 71.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 70 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #193 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nexus World Technology | Christoph Nadig |
In-app purchases
NexusIM
No in-app purchases
iFTx
No in-app purchases
