HandyToolbox vs ToolCat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HandyToolbox
This app consolidates multimedia management, offering file transfer, QR code generation and scanning, and privacy protection for photos and videos. It also includes tools for image manipulation and document handling to enhance productivity.
- Local area network file transmission
- QR code scanning and generation
- Photo album encryption
- Batch image processing
- Video library encryption
- Document receiving and sharing
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This app is a very useful multimedia aggregation tool. It can improve users' entertainment and office efficiency by transferring, encrypting or sharing files. 1. Local area network transmission: break through the limitation of platform equipment, and transmit files conveniently and quickly; 2. QR code tool: scan code to identify and record identification records, and generate QR code 3. Picture tool: encrypt the album library, add a lock to your picture, and protect your privacy. One-click batch image generation is fast and convenient. You can experience and share more functions such as the picture of nine squares, four squares, custom tailoring and format conversion; 4. Video tools: encrypt the video library, add a lock for your local video, and protect your privacy. Online video recording and playing history, so you can go home without getting lost; 5. Document tool: The app can also receive and share documents, which is convenient to save and view your official documents. If you have any questions, please contact xliang1209@163.com
ToolCat
This utility app offers over 50 practical tools for daily tasks, from code scanning and QR code generation to image manipulation and calculators. It aims to enhance efficiency and provide quick solutions for everyday problems without any advertisements.
- Code Scanner
- QR Code Generator
- Image Color Extraction
- Progress Tracker
- Minimalist To-Do List
- GIF Generator
- Text Recognition
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"Tool Cat" is a collection of practical tools with over 50 useful tools, designed for efficiency, aesthetics, and tool enthusiasts. It aims to facilitate quick handling of various problems encountered in daily life, saving time and enhancing efficiency. NO ADS! Some of the included features: 【Code Scanner】 A commonly used feature in daily life, providing results without blocking security issues like some other apps. 【QR Code Generator】 Customize QR code styles. Supports using images as background, including GIF. 【Image Color Extraction】 Select an image and extract the colors contained within it. 【Important Dates】 Set a date and record how many days are left until that day, or how many days have passed since then. 【Progress Tracker】 Record something that takes a long time but cannot be completed at once. 【Fullscreen Clock】 A full-screen flipping clock. 【Minimalist To-Do List】 A super simple to-do list tool. 【GIF Generator】 Converting images, videos and Live Photos to GIFs. 【Image Splitter】 Split one image into multiple blocks based on built-in styles or custom row and column numbers. 【Scrolling Text】 Make text scroll on the screen, suitable for various scenarios such as concerts, advertising boards, and confessions. 【Remove Photo Privacy】 Remove the privacy information from photos taken with your phone. 【Coordinate Conversion】 Convert latitude or longitude to degrees, minutes, and seconds, or convert degrees, minutes, and seconds to latitude and longitude. 【Text Recognition】 Take a photo or choose one from the album to recognize the text on it, and then you can directly copy it. 【Reaction Speed Test】 You can use it as a little game to test your reaction speed. 【Special Symbols】 Collected many special symbols and characters, you can click to copy directly. 【BMI Calculator】 Body Mass Index (BMI). 【Life Progress Calculator】 Life is short, come and calculate. 【URL Parser】 Accurately parse URLs and easily retrieve information. 【Web Page Screenshot】 Enter a URL, snap! Generate a high-definition screenshot of the entire web page. 【List of Country Capitals】 List all the countries in the world. 【Image Resizer】 Adjust the size and quality of images to reduce their file size. 【Mortgage Calculator】 Calculate the interest and repayment plan for loans. 【Make a Decision】 Not sure which one to choose? Try making a decision~ 【Year Progress】 Displays what percentage of the year has passed, how many days are left. 【Check-in Book】 Record every habitual thing you do. 【Image Stitching】 Stitch multiple images vertically or horizontally to create a long image. 【Timeline】 Life is a long timeline. 【Exchange Rate】 If you have any other features you want? Welcome to submit in the app~ 【Tool Cat Pro】 Tool Cat Pro is a paid subscription service (also provides a lifetime buyout option). Subscribing to this service allows you to use all features without restrictions during the subscription period, including all future added features. This service currently supports subscription at $0.99/month and $3.99/year. During the promotion period, it may be offered at a discounted price or provide a free trial, which cannot be canceled after the trial. Subscription-related details for this service: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase or at the end of the free trial period • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Renewal fees will be deducted within 24 hours before the end of the current period • After subscribing to this service, you can manage subscription renewal and other operations through the "Subscription" entry provided in the account settings of the App Store • During the free trial period, any unused days will be confiscated upon the user's purchase of this service Terms of use: https://app.meilb.com/toolcat/auto-renewal-agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://app.meilb.com/toolcat/privacy-policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ToolCat at 5.0 against HandyToolbox's 3.0. ToolCat also leads on ads (none vs shown). HandyToolbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. ToolCat sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. HandyToolbox asks for nothing beyond the download.
ToolCat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.
HandyToolbox ships an update weekly, ToolCat every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HandyToolbox | ToolCat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 8 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 亮 肖 | 乐彬 梅 |
Customer experience
HandyToolbox
ToolCat
In-app purchases
HandyToolbox
No in-app purchases
ToolCat
- ToolCat Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- ToolCat Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$9.99
- Lifetime Pro - Full Price$12.99









