Comparison

History Log vs ElectroFriend

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

Head to head
About

History Log

Organize and save articles, create timelines for people and events, and build your own personal history library. Access your saved content offline and share your creations with others.

Highlights
  • Organize articles in folders
  • Create timelines for people/events
  • Assign icons and map locations
  • Offline access to saved content
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Share history logs publicly
Features
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History Log -- based on folder structure Hi, do you like history knowledge? I believe you have read lots of history articles from internet and can not remember where they were. You want to compare a similar historical events which you read before but they are gone. Even you saved as a bookmark but they are not existing any more. OK, this is my experience and solution: Whenever you read a interesting article from internet, save it to this app directly from Safari, or from a integrated browser in this app, organize them in a perfect folder structure system, plus historical features, you can edit each time line of any person or events, assign portrait icons for the famous people or any buildings and events, locate their position on the map, look at them in folder tree system which shows time line graphically, it is easy to understand who lived earlier than others and how long he/she have lived. You can read and review all articles about this person or event again even it is offline. Finally you will get your own history library. Features: Cloud history log: 1. Login by email, Apple, Facebook, Google 2. Create history log on cloud, open from all devices 3. Share your history log to public 4. Subscribe history log from cloud 5. Chat with friends 6. Export local history log onto cloud Local history log: 1. folder tree structure, compatible, easy to maintain 2. drag and drop files to folders. 3. dropbox download / upload. 4. history tree, export to pdf. 5. pinch on files and folder list to zoom in and out. 6. auto create images thumbnails 7. files transfer thru built-in http server, bluetooth and iTunes file sharing. 8. zip and unzip, easy to backup and restore 9. using camera and album to take photo and video 10. download files from internet URL, including embed images 11. support htm, html, shtml, pdf, xml, txt, docx, xlsx, pptx, doc, xls, ppt, rtf. 12. support jpg, jpeg, bmp, bmpf, ico, cur, xbm, gif, tif, tiff, png, mp4, mpg, mov, m4v, avi, mp3, caf, wav. 13. security password protected 14. support bookmarklet to download web pages directly from Safari to this app. 15. download web pages thru background thread, no delay on front. 16. long press to delete, move and rename. 17. built-in web browser to check jpg exif, download images and web pages. 18. xml table, able to add location latitude and longitude showing on map. 19. easily showing and editing IPTC and GPS info on jpeg files. 20. Image crop, resize, rotate.

About

ElectroFriend

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Learn EVs the easy way—with the only EV app that’s actually fun. ElectroFriend gives you 10 free starter lessons on EV basics, a charging cost calculator, a global charger map with bargain spots, and a lot more. ElectroFriend is the trusty co‑pilot for drivers around the world. Our lessons prep you for everyday errands, long road trips, and cross‑border adventures. Why ElectroFriend? - It makes e‑mobility click. Quizzes on batteries, efficiency, and charging etiquette help you remember what matters. - It’s built for beginners and seasoned drivers alike—with tools like a live charger map, QR Code Safety Check, and price insights. - It’s from the creator of the first charging‑tariff comparison app. What’s inside - QR Code Safety Check: Verify pay‑by‑QR links for ad‑hoc charging to spot possible fraud - Charger map: Find the nearest place to plug in—anywhere in the world - Low‑cost pay‑as‑you‑go map: Data by Gerd Bremer - Worldwide coverage: Blends curated and community data from OpenChargeMap - Everyday tips: From range to fast charging—no jargon, just what you need - Quizzes: Learn playfully, bust myths, and lock in your knowledge - Cost check: See what charging really costs—at home and on the road - Charging times, explained: Scenarios, tips, and examples for newcomers - Simulators: Explore how driving style, temperature, and battery size affect energy use - Europe road‑trip guide: Practical tips for EV travel across the continent ElectroFriend—your EV sidekick. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

History Log4 screens
ElectroFriend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ElectroFriend at every 8 days against History Log's every 6 months. History Log's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. History Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ElectroFriend sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

History Log ships an update every 6 months, ElectroFriend every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
History Log versus ElectroFriend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHistory LogElectroFriend
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB100 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHeavenbrook Software Inc.Martin Menzel

In-app purchases

1 purchases

History Log

One-time1
  • History Log Upgrade$0.99
2 purchases

ElectroFriend

Subscriptions1
  • Map+$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Plus+$1.99

Questions

Is History Log free?
History Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ElectroFriend free?
ElectroFriend is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do History Log or ElectroFriend have ads?
Neither History Log nor ElectroFriend shows ads.
Which is updated more often, History Log or ElectroFriend?
History Log ships an update every 6 months, and ElectroFriend every 8 days. Most recently, History Log was updated on October 12, 2026 and ElectroFriend on October 24, 2026.

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