# Azuki Wave vs FAir for FlashAir

The clearest difference is monetization model: FAir for FlashAir at free against Azuki Wave's paid. FAir for FlashAir also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (57 vs 2). Azuki Wave's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (72% vs 59%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Azuki Wave costs $1.99 and FAir for FlashAir $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Azuki Wave holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FAir for FlashAir has 57 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Azuki Wave's written reviews are positive against 59% of FAir for FlashAir's.

Azuki Wave ships an update every 6 months, FAir for FlashAir every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Azuki Wave | FAir for FlashAir |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/azuki-wave/id451901829/reviews)** | [4.1 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fair-for-flashair/id1344681035/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **57** |
| Positive reviews | **72.4% of reviews** | 58.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PSOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/373752450) | [杨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1278845234) |

## What reviewers say

### Azuki Wave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/azuki-wave/id451901829)

Experience a unique physics simulation that recreates the soothing sound and movement of azuki beans in a bamboo basket, mimicking ocean waves. This app offers a calming and refreshing sensory experience through realistic animation and synchronized sound generation.

**Highlights:** Realistic azuki bean physics simulation, Synchronized ocean wave sound generation, Device inclination and multi-touch support, Adjustable azuki bean quantity, Background music playback support, Smooth computer animation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### FAir for FlashAir

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fair-for-flashair/id1344681035)

Easily browse, download, and manage files from your wireless FlashAir SD card. Offers robust download management, customizable display options, and direct FlashAir settings configuration.

**Highlights:** Batch download management, Auto-download new photos/videos, Automatic Wi-Fi connection, Grouped by date display, Format filtering, View EXIF information, FlashAir settings configuration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Significantly faster download speeds than official Toshiba app
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🔄 Reliable auto-connect functionality
- ⚡ Stable connection that doesn't drop frequently
- 📱 Works with iOS 13+ when official app failed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timestamp issues - shows download time instead of capture time
- 🐛 Inconsistent WiFi connection stability
- ❌ Doesn't work with some card models (W-02, W-04)
- ❌ Incompatible with EyeFi cards despite claims
- 🔐 Password connection issues with default credentials

**Reported bugs**

- Photo timestamps changed to download time instead of capture time
- WiFi connection drops frequently
- App crashes or fails to open on certain iOS versions
- Download stops mid-process
- Files not displaying despite successful connection

**Requested features**

- Full-screen image display mode
- Automatic full-screen preview of newly downloaded images
- Preserve original file timestamps during transfer
- Dark mode/black background option
- Batch selection by date


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Azuki Wave free?

Azuki Wave costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FAir for FlashAir free?

FAir for FlashAir costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Azuki Wave or FAir for FlashAir?

Azuki Wave is rated higher. Azuki Wave averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while FAir for FlashAir averages 4.1 from 57 ratings.

### Do Azuki Wave or FAir for FlashAir have ads?

Neither Azuki Wave nor FAir for FlashAir shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Azuki Wave or FAir for FlashAir?

Azuki Wave ships an update every 6 months, and FAir for FlashAir every 2 weeks. Most recently, Azuki Wave was updated on November 6, 2026 and FAir for FlashAir on November 9, 2026.

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