Hable vs idX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hable
This utility app is designed to update the firmware for the Hable One controller. It ensures your device has the latest features and improvements.
- Firmware updates
- Latest feature access
- Device compatibility
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You can use your Hable One without the Hable app. The Hable App is only for updating the Hable One to the latest firmware of staying updated with the latest features of Hable One.
idX
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idX – AI Inventory idX helps you identify, track, and organize your belongings with a fast, minimalist workflow. Use your camera to capture an item, let on-device AI suggest what it is, then save it with photos, price/value, and where it is stored. Everything is designed to work device-first, so you can manage your inventory without creating an account. Core features - AI-powered item identification runs on your device. - Barcode scanning can fetch product details from OpenFoodFacts. - Batch Scan lets you add multiple items quickly without jumping back to the home screen. - Smart Collections help you organize items your way. - Duplicate detection uses visual similarity matching to flag potential duplicates. - Location tracking lets you tag where an item is stored for quick retrieval. - Expiry notifications can remind you when items are nearing expiration. - Dark mode is available. AR features - AR Shelf Labels lets you build a visual map of your storage by tagging items in your real-world environment. - AR Location Finder (Pro) uses your camera view to help you find items in the real world. Pro features - Receipt OCR Scanner (Pro) helps you batch-add items by scanning receipts. - AI Background Studio (Pro) can batch remove photo backgrounds and apply studio-style colors. - Detailed Insights (Pro) helps track item values, spending patterns, and inventory health over time. - Warranty and Documents Vault (Pro) lets you attach warranties, manuals, and receipts to items. - Data Export (Pro) exports your inventory as ZIP/CSV for backup. Privacy and data - idX follows a device-first approach. Inventory entries, images, and locations are stored locally on your device. - No accounts are required. Notes - Subscriptions and purchases are handled by the App Store. - The free version uses ads. Support - Support page: https://idx-support.netlify.app/#support - Email: jeffreyoduroasante@gmail.com - App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gh/app/idx/id6751609886
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hable at none against idX's 2. Hable also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17). On price, update cadence, ads 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. idX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Hable asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hable ships an update every 8 months, idX every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hable | idX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 122 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hable One B.V. | Jeffrey Asante |
In-app purchases
Hable
No in-app purchases
idX
- idX Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- idX Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
