ntfy vs LotusBinder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ntfy
This app allows you to send push notifications to your phone from scripts or other applications using simple HTTP requests. It acts as a client for a free, open-source pub-sub service, enabling you to receive alerts and updates directly on your device.
- Send notifications via REST API
- Subscribe to topics
- Publish messages via HTTP
- Integrates with Bash/PowerShell
- Free and open source client
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Send push notifications to your phone from any Bash or PowerShell script, or from your own app using PUT/POST requests, e.g. via curl on Linux or Invoke-WebRequest. ntfy is a client for https://ntfy.sh, a free and open source HTTP-based pub-sub service. You can subscribe to topics in this app, and then publish messages via a simple HTTP API. Uses: * Notify yourself when a long-running process is done * Ping your phone when a backup has failed * Alerts when someone logs into your server Example: $ curl -d "Your backup is done" ntfy.sh/mytopic Find more examples and usage instructions here: https://ntfy.sh/docs
LotusBinder
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Make your Magic: The Gathering collection more enjoyable. LotusBinder brings card scanning, collection management, price tracking, and deck management together in one app. Track the value of your collection at a glance and keep everything organized. • Scan cards quickly Use your camera to scan cards or add them manually by name. Continuous scanning makes it easy to register large collections. • Organize your collection Browse your cards in a clean three-column layout. Search, filter, sort, and mark your favorite cards for quick access. • Track card values View reference prices, price history, and detailed information for each card. Record card condition, finish, PSA grade, and other collection details. • Build and manage decks Create decks using cards from your collection, check missing cards, and view estimated deck values in one place. • Share your favorites Create beautiful Top 9 images and share your favorite cards with friends and on social media. • Your data stays with you Your collection data is primarily stored on your device. Analytics is completely optional. Anonymous usage data is collected only if you choose to enable Analytics during the first launch or later in Settings. All app features remain available even if you choose not to share usage data. Notes • Card prices are reference values and may change over time. • Card information and pricing are provided by external data sources. • Some cards may require manual selection from recognition candidates due to different printings or editions. • LotusBinder is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed, sponsored, or specifically approved by Wizards of the Coast LLC or Magic: The Gathering.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ntfy at fortnightly against LotusBinder's monthly. ntfy also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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.
ntfy ships an update fortnightly, LotusBinder monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ntfy | LotusBinder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (469 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 78.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 469 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 766 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Philipp Heckel | Kento Kohshi |
Bugs and requests
ntfy
Reported bugs
3 issues- Notifications not working on iOS
- Broken click URLs in notifications
- Compatibility issues with iOS notification summarizing
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to change notification sounds
- Support for Apple Watch
- Customizable topic names/aliases
- Improved iOS notification handling
- All topics view and read/unread indicators
LotusBinder
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ntfy
No in-app purchases
LotusBinder
No in-app purchases








