Comparison

Askbot vs OctoDesk

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

Head to head
About

Askbot

This app allows you to chat with various AI models, including cutting-edge options, to get tailored answers and conversation styles. Its cute robot design and friendly personality make interacting enjoyable. Customize your AI experience for math, weather, or casual conversation.

Highlights
  • Switch between multiple AI models
  • Customizable AI chatbot
  • Cutting-edge AI options
  • Cute robot personality
  • Tailored answers and conversation styles
  • Assistance with various tasks
Features
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Askbot is a focused AI chat app. Pick the right model for the job — and ask with pictures, not just words. FIVE MODELS, ONE APP • OpenAI GPT-5.6 — versatile all-rounder for writing, reasoning, and code • Claude Sonnet 5 — strong writing, analysis, and long-context chat • Claude Haiku 4.5 — fast Claude for everyday questions • xAI Grok 4.6 — fast, current, with a sense of humor • DeepSeek V4 Pro — efficient and capable for everyday tasks Switch models with a single tap. Use the right tool for every question. CHAT WITH IMAGES Attach up to four photos and have Askbot: • Describe a scene, object, plant, or dish • Read text from a screenshot, sign, menu, or receipt • Explain a chart, diagram, or handwritten note • Reason about something you're looking at A FOCUSED EXPERIENCE • No ChatGPT, Claude, or X account needed — open and chat • Clean interface — no feeds, no streaks, no ads • Streaming replies that arrive as fast as the model can think • One-tap model switching • Share answers anywhere on your device PRICING Askbot is free to install with a daily allowance for chat. Subscribe for a higher daily allowance and access to the higher-tier models — see in-app pricing for details. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; you can manage or cancel in your Apple ID Account Settings. ABOUT THE MODELS Askbot uses the official APIs of OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and DeepSeek to generate replies. We are an independent app and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these companies. Model availability, accuracy, and capabilities depend on the upstream providers. Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: https://lycheeisle.com/#Privacy%20&%20Terms

About

OctoDesk

Features
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OctoDesk Mobile is the mobile companion to the OctoDesk desktop workbench, built for enterprise users who work on the go: mail, calendar, files, and an AI assistant in one place. Key features · Mail: manage enterprise mailbox accounts; read, reply, and forward anywhere. · Calendar: view and create events so you never miss a meeting. · Files: browse and preview documents; upload photos and attachments. · AI assistant: chat and smart search across your mail and files, powered by your organization-approved models. · Desktop Remote: pair with your desktop OctoDesk to view desktop mail and calendar from your phone. Designed with care · Native layouts for both iPhone and iPad (multi-column on tablet). · Privacy first: credentials stay in the system secure store; mail and file data flow only between your enterprise server and encrypted local cache. · Enterprise ready: admins can push maintenance notices, forced upgrades, and remote sign-out. Note OctoDesk Mobile works with an OctoDesk server deployed by your organization. Sign in with the account provided by your admin. Support Website: https://qianshou.octoooo.com Feedback: support@octoooo.com

Screenshots

Askbot2 screens
OctoDesk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OctoDesk at none against Askbot's 6. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Askbot sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. OctoDesk asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Askbot versus OctoDesk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAskbotOctoDesk
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLychee Isle Co义骁 汪

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Askbot

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Member$0.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Member$2.991 Month
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  • Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly Member$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$49.991 Year
None

OctoDesk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Askbot free?
Askbot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OctoDesk free?
OctoDesk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Askbot or OctoDesk have ads?
Neither Askbot nor OctoDesk shows ads.

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