Comparison

HanDBase for iPad vs MobiDB Database

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

Head to head
About

HanDBase for iPad

Manage and create relational databases directly on your iPad. Track diverse information from shopping lists to complex CRM data with features like field-level encryption and customizable views. An optional forms designer is available.

Highlights
  • Create and edit databases on iPad
  • 19 different field types
  • Relational database linking
  • Sorting, filtering, and custom views
  • Field-level encryption
  • Optional Forms Designer (IAP)
  • Desktop Connect for import/export
Features
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Powerful relational database manager now available for the iPad! Please Note: This version is optimized for the iPad, if you have an iPhone, there is a separate version available in the App Store. Track almost anything. Examples: 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 iPad * 19 different field types * Relational- link between different database tables * Sorting,Filtering, and Customized Views * Field level Encryption * Optional Forms Designer available via In-App Purchase * Desktop Connect- connect via web browser and load/save databases, import/export * Databases emailed to you can be opened from the mail program and synced right into HanDBase * Backup and Install databases directly from the iTunes cabled interface. * Integration w/ HanDBase Gallery-download over 2000 templates * Support for photos, GPS/Maps, and barcode scanning via camera equipped devices 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: http://www.ddhsoftware.com/iPad Please Note: The HanDBase database format does not support Unicode, so while English and most European languages are supported, other languages are not.

About

MobiDB Database

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
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MobiDB is an offline database app with unique cloud sync. CSV import enables data exchange between mobidb and Access, Filemaker, Excel. Intuitive visual form designer will help you arrange information on your screen in an attractive and readable manner. Features: • CSV import/export; • Visual form designer; • Cloud synchronization through Dropbox, OneDrive, Google drive; • Automatic conflict resolution; • Excel export; • More than 20 field types; • Pre-set database templates; • Stored filters; • Sorting and search; MobiDB is a good choice for people working in the field, since it supports offline work. Once you get back to the stable internet connection you can upload your changes to the cloud to make it available to other devices and people. MobiDB database is a personal database as well is a team database since with mobidb you can share database through cloud storage and collaborate with other devices and users. Use MobiDB database to • Organize, Manage and Search data entries; • Work with team via cloud, create team tasks; • Keep track of your business related data: customer database,billing invoices, orders, products list, receipts; • Store personal information of your collections, recipes, to-do lists, etc.; • Manage projects, track tasks progress, assign responsible persons, and invoice customers, manage employees; • Create and manage company inventories, keep track of home inventory; • Take scientific notes in the field; • Manage rented property; • Arrange, store and manage some specific information that requires special structure; • Manage both work and life;

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MobiDB Database at Free against HanDBase for iPad's $9.99. MobiDB Database also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.8) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

MobiDB Database is free to download; HanDBase for iPad costs $9.99 up front. HanDBase for iPad 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MobiDB Database holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MobiDB Database has 82 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of HanDBase for iPad's written reviews are positive against 54% of MobiDB Database's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HanDBase for iPad ships an update every 2 months, MobiDB Database monthly. The most recent releases landed on July 30, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
HanDBase for iPad versus MobiDB Database: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHanDBase for iPadMobiDB Database
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating2.8 (16 ratings)3.9 (82 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.2% of reviews54.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1682 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDDH Software, LLCVitalii Kornei

Customer experience

HanDBase for iPad

All ratings16 ratings
Positive31.3%
Neutral25.0%
Negative43.8%
Written reviews235 reviews
Positive50.2%
Neutral10.6%
Negative39.1%

MobiDB Database

All ratings82 ratings
Positive73.2%
Neutral4.9%
Negative22.0%
Written reviews109 reviews
Positive54.1%
Neutral10.1%
Negative35.8%

Bugs and requests

HanDBase for iPad

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when rotating iPad or editing forms
  • Inability to edit existing records without losing data
  • Inconsistent behavior when syncing data between devices
  • Limitations with date fields and handling of pre-1904 dates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved cloud sync and integration with services like Dropbox
  • More customization options for forms, views, and data presentation
  • Better support for right-to-left languages
  • Barcode scanning and integration capabilities
  • Improved stability and fewer crashes

MobiDB Database

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HanDBase for iPad

One-time1
  • HanDBase Forms Designer for iPad$4.99
8 purchases

MobiDB Database

One-time8
  • 1 year Premium subscription$7.99
  • Basic license trial-discounted$13.99
  • Premium license trial-discount2 variants$17.99
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  • Premium license2 variants$21.99
  • Premium license base price$21.99
  • Ultimate trial-discounted$69.99
  • Ultimate license$84.99
  • Ultimate license base price$84.99

Questions

Is HanDBase for iPad free?
HanDBase for iPad costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is MobiDB Database free?
MobiDB Database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HanDBase for iPad or MobiDB Database?
MobiDB Database is rated higher. HanDBase for iPad averages 2.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while MobiDB Database averages 3.9 from 82 ratings.
Do HanDBase for iPad or MobiDB Database have ads?
Both HanDBase for iPad and MobiDB Database show ads.
Which is updated more often, HanDBase for iPad or MobiDB Database?
HanDBase for iPad ships an update every 2 months, and MobiDB Database monthly. Most recently, HanDBase for iPad was updated on July 30, 2026 and MobiDB Database on September 21, 2026.

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