# iDatabase vs MobiDB Database

The clearest difference is rating: iDatabase at 4.4 against MobiDB Database's 3.9. iDatabase also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (510 vs 82). MobiDB Database's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iDatabase sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MobiDB Database sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iDatabase holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iDatabase has 510 ratings behind it against 82, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of iDatabase's written reviews are positive against 54% of MobiDB Database's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iDatabase ships an update fortnightly, MobiDB Database monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iDatabase | MobiDB Database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (510 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idatabase/id328185048/reviews)** | [3.9 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobidb-database/id1450593435/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **510** | 82 |
| Positive reviews | 52.0% of reviews | **54.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 88 MB | 109 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apimac](https://appshunter.io/developer/320560024) | [Vitalii Kornei](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450593434) |

## What reviewers say

### iDatabase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idatabase/id328185048)

Create and manage custom databases, inventories, and collections with ease. Organize personal or professional information using pre-built templates or design your own. Secure your data with a PIN and back it up to cloud storage.

**Highlights:** Custom database creation, Pre-built templates, Variety of field types, Search and sort functionality, PIN protection, Cloud backup (Dropbox), Data sharing

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime License | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Simple database creation
- 📸 Ability to attach photos
- 💾 Dropbox backup/restore

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔗 Dropbox linking issues
- 📁 Limited export/import options
- 🔍 Lacking advanced search/filter features
- 💻 No iPad or desktop version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when adding photos
- Inability to open databases
- Data loss and corruption issues
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Add iCloud support
- Improve Dropbox integration
- Enhance sorting and filtering capabilities
- Introduce currency and calculation fields
- Provide a more user-friendly interface


### MobiDB Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobidb-database/id1450593435)

This offline database application allows users to organize, manage, and search data with cloud synchronization. It supports data exchange with popular spreadsheet and database software, and offers a visual form designer for attractive data presentation. Ideal for both personal and team use, it facilitates collaboration and offline work.

**Highlights:** Offline database functionality, Cloud synchronization (Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive), Visual form designer, CSV and Excel import/export, Automatic conflict resolution, Pre-set database templates, Over 20 field types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 year Premium subscription | $7.99 | one-time |
| Basic license trial-discounted | $13.99 | one-time |
| Premium license trial-discount | $17.99 | one-time |
| Premium license | $21.99 | one-time |
| Premium license base price | $21.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate trial-discounted | $69.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate license | $84.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate license base price | $84.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iDatabase free?

iDatabase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MobiDB Database free?

MobiDB Database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iDatabase or MobiDB Database?

iDatabase is rated higher. iDatabase averages 4.4 out of 5 from 510 ratings, while MobiDB Database averages 3.9 from 82 ratings.

### Do iDatabase or MobiDB Database have ads?

MobiDB Database shows ads; iDatabase does not.

### Which is updated more often, iDatabase or MobiDB Database?

iDatabase ships an update fortnightly, and MobiDB Database monthly. Most recently, iDatabase was updated on September 23, 2026 and MobiDB Database on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*