Comparison

HanDBase Database Manager vs .assistant

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

Head to head
About

HanDBase Database Manager

This is a powerful relational database manager for mobile devices. It allows users to create and edit custom databases with various field types, relational linking, and advanced sorting and filtering options. It supports photos, camera, GPS, and barcode scanning, with an optional custom forms designer.

Highlights
  • Create and edit databases on mobile
  • 19 different field types
  • Relational database linking
  • Sorting, filtering, and custom views
  • Field-level encryption
  • Desktop Connect for import/export
  • Support for photos, camera, GPS, barcode scanning
Features
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Powerful relational database manager for mobile devices. Track anything! Shopping Lists,DVD Collections,Passwords,Prayer Lists,To Dos,Workouts,Recipes,Checkbook,Weight Loss,Auto Mileage Inventory,Surveys,Directories,Time/Billing CRM,Deliveries,Estimates Patient Lists,Billing Codes,Charge Capture Create and Edit Databases right on your iPhone 19 different field types Relational- link between different database tables Sorting,Filtering, and Customized Views Field level Encryption Desktop Connect- connect via web browser and load/save databases, import/export Integration w/ HanDBase Gallery-download over 2000 templates Support for photos/camera/gps/barcode scanning Custom Forms Designer available via in-app Purchase "HanDBase for iPhone is a very powerful and customizable database. There's really no competition to HanDBase, and given their long history and track record in the handheld world, HanDBase will be adopted quickly in businesses where custom databases are needed. At [Price], this app is a bargain." TUAW.com review "If you’re sick of buying [...] iPhone/Touch applications that don’t live up to their hype – then you should look at HanDBase" GearDiary.com review We are a world leader in the mobile database space and have compatible solutions (sold separately) for desktops, synchronization to programs like Microsoft Access, SQL Server, Filemaker, and most ODBC enabled apps. See our web site for more details and options. Please Note: The HanDBase database format does not support Unicode, so while English and most European languages are supported, other languages are not.

About

.assistant

Features
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Our Checklist and Expenses App is the perfect tool for keeping track of your to-do lists and managing your expenses. With a user-friendly interface, you can easily input and categorize your expenses. The app allows you to create multiple checklists for different tasks and projects, and you can add items and mark them as complete. The expense tracking feature makes it easy to input, categorize and view your expenses. You can add details like the amount, date, and a note about the expense. With the ability to export your data, you can easily keep track of your monthly expenses, and create a budget that works for you. With this app, you will be able to stay on top of your tasks and finances, and have a better overview of your life. So why wait? Download our Checklist and Expenses App today and take control of your life!

Screenshots

HanDBase Database Manager4 screens
.assistant3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: .assistant at Free against HanDBase Database Manager's $9.99. .assistant also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

.assistant is free to download; HanDBase Database Manager costs $9.99 up front. HanDBase Database Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. .assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HanDBase Database Manager ships an update every 3 months, .assistant every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HanDBase Database Manager versus .assistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHanDBase Database Manager.assistant
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (99 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings99 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDDH Software, LLCLeonid Semenov

Bugs and requests

HanDBase Database Manager

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when using password-protected databases
  • Issues with field order and layout being lost
  • Problems with data entry and saving records
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

6 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved forms and UI customization
  • Better integration with iPhone features (contacts, calendar, etc.)
  • Enhanced reporting and export options
  • Ability to create databases as standalone apps
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  • Improved support for larger databases

.assistant

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HanDBase Database Manager

One-time1
  • HanDBase Forms Designer for iPhone$4.99
None

.assistant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HanDBase Database Manager free?
HanDBase Database Manager costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is .assistant free?
.assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HanDBase Database Manager or .assistant have ads?
Neither HanDBase Database Manager nor .assistant shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HanDBase Database Manager or .assistant?
HanDBase Database Manager ships an update every 3 months, and .assistant every 8 days. Most recently, HanDBase Database Manager was updated on October 31, 2026 and .assistant on November 3, 2026.

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