Comparison

pomera Link vs 8BitDo Ultimate Software

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

Head to head
About

pomera Link

Transfer text data from your Pomera device to your iPhone via QR code or Wi-Fi. Edit, convert to PDF, or send text via email. Supports multiple QR code reading and FlashAir transfers for specific models.

Highlights
  • QR Code data transfer
  • Wi-Fi connection for DM250
  • FlashAir transfer for DM100/DM30
  • Text editing and PDF conversion
  • Email and cloud integration
  • History with data protection
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This is King Jim's official application for Pomera. Text data created with Pomera can be saved in the app using "QR Code" or "Wi-Fi Connection". In addition to the Pomera QR Code Reader and other functions of the previous version, the new "Wi-Fi Connection" function of DM250 has been newly added and can be read into the application and used in emails and memos as well as QR Codes. ====================================== ■If the camera does not start up when taking a picture of a QR code, the app may not have permission for the camera function. From the "Settings" application on the iPhone, turn on the "pomeraLink" setting in the "Privacy" - "Camera" screen. ■When using "Wi-Fi Connection" or "FlashAir™ Transfer", open Wi-Fi Settings from the "Settings" application on your iPhone and connect to the Wi-Fi network of your Pomera or FlashAir. This application is compatible with iPhone (6s or later) iOS13 or later. It is not compatible with iPad. Even after installation, the app may not work or may not recognize the QR code. ====================================== List of Functions Reading QR Codes  Simply hold the camera over a QR code displayed on "Pomera" to automatically recognize it and save it in the "History". Reading a linked QR Code  Up to 999 consecutive QR Codes created with "Pomera" can be read. When a QR Code is successfully scanned, a vibration will alert you, and the number of the linked QR Code will be displayed, so you can display the next linked QR Code with "Pomera". *DM250 can split up to 999 QR Codes, allowing you to convert a larger number of characters. 3. Sending and receiving files via Wi-Fi connection You can send and receive text data between this application and Pomella through a Wi-Fi connection.  The supported model for Wi-Fi connection is DM250. FlashAir transfer  Text data saved in FlashAir can be read, attached to e-mails, and uploaded to the cloud.  Files other than .txt and .csv format cannot be read.  FlashAir transfer is supported by DM100 and DM30 models. 5. Editing  Data saved in "History" can be checked and edited later. In addition, the text can be pasted into the body of an e-mail or notepad, converted to PDF, or read out loud from the text.  The maximum number of items in the history is 200, and when the limit is reached, the oldest unprotected data will be deleted each time new data is added. The protection limit is 100 items. QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

About

8BitDo Ultimate Software

Gain complete control over your compatible gamepad. Customize button layouts, fine-tune analog stick and trigger responses, and manage vibration intensity. Create custom macro commands for advanced gameplay.

Highlights
  • Button mapping customization
  • Stick and trigger sensitivity adjustment
  • Vibration power control
  • Macro creation
  • Controller compatibility management
Features
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8BitDo Ultimate Software gives you elite control over every piece of your controller: customize button mapping, adjust stick & trigger sensitivity, vibration power control and create macros. Controller Compatibility: * 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller * 8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox * 8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller for Xbox * 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller * 8BitDo Micro Gamepad * 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller for Xbox Please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information and additional support.

Screenshots

pomera Link4 screens
8BitDo Ultimate Software4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: pomera Link at 3.7 against 8BitDo Ultimate Software's 2.4. pomera Link also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 26%). 8BitDo Ultimate Software's advantage is ratings volume (197 vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

pomera Link holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 8BitDo Ultimate Software has 197 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of pomera Link's written reviews are positive against 26% of 8BitDo Ultimate Software's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

pomera Link ships an update every 7 months, 8BitDo Ultimate Software every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
pomera Link versus 8BitDo Ultimate Software: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterpomera Link8BitDo Ultimate Software
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better2.4 (197 ratings)
Positive reviews45.8% of reviews — better26.4% of reviews
Number of ratings3197 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKING JIM CO.,LTD.8BitDo

Customer experience

pomera Link

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive45.8%
Neutral25.0%
Negative29.2%

8BitDo Ultimate Software

All ratings195 ratings
Positive31.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews398 reviews
Positive26.4%
Neutral12.6%
Negative61.1%

Bugs and requests

pomera Link

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

8BitDo Ultimate Software

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App unable to detect connected controllers
  • Key mapping not working as expected
  • Profiles resetting after app restart
  • Firmware update issues bricking controllers

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for more controllers (e.g. 8bitdo Zero 2, SN30 Pro+)
  • Add ability to remap command/option keys for macOS/iOS
  • Improve macro functionality (e.g. adjustable delay, ability to hold keys)
  • Add media control key mapping options
  • Implement Bluetooth firmware update capability

In-app purchases

None

pomera Link

No in-app purchases

None

8BitDo Ultimate Software

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is pomera Link free?
pomera Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 8BitDo Ultimate Software free?
8BitDo Ultimate Software is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, pomera Link or 8BitDo Ultimate Software?
pomera Link is rated higher. pomera Link averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while 8BitDo Ultimate Software averages 2.4 from 197 ratings.
Do pomera Link or 8BitDo Ultimate Software have ads?
Neither pomera Link nor 8BitDo Ultimate Software shows ads.
Which is updated more often, pomera Link or 8BitDo Ultimate Software?
pomera Link ships an update every 7 months, and 8BitDo Ultimate Software every 2 months. Most recently, pomera Link was updated on September 30, 2026 and 8BitDo Ultimate Software on October 7, 2026.

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