Nutshell vs LX ToolBox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nutshell
Streamline your Notion workflow on mobile. This app offers customizable widgets and quick access to your Notion tasks and pages, allowing you to view, create, and update content without navigating through the full Notion interface.
- Customizable task/page lists
- Quick access via bottom bar tabs
- Create and update Notion pages
- Home screen widgets
- Filter and sort Notion properties
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Your Notion databases, one tap away. Nutshell turns the databases you already have in Notion into a fast, focused mobile app. Tasks, groceries, habits, reading lists, projects — whatever you track in Notion, Nutshell puts it on your home screen and gets you in and out in seconds. A TAB BAR THAT'S YOURS Build your own navigation. Each tab on the bottom bar shows a list, a group of lists you pick, or every list from a database — as many or as few tabs as you want. CAPTURE IN SECONDS Add new pages with a quick-entry sheet that feels like a dedicated to-do app, not a document editor. Templates can pre-fill properties for you — a page added from your "Today" list is already dated today. LISTS THAT MATCH YOUR SETUP Filter and sort pages the way you do in Notion, and choose exactly which properties each card shows. No digging through pages to find the view you need. EDIT ON THE GO Check things off, update properties, and append quick notes to a page's content — all without waiting for Notion to load. WORKS OFFLINE Your pages are stored on your device. Changes are saved locally first and synced to Notion; if you're offline, just sync again when you're back. WIDGETS FOR ANY LIST Put any list on your home screen with customizable widgets. Tap an item to open it in Nutshell or jump straight to Notion — your choice. FREE TO TRY, PRO WHEN YOU'RE READY The free version lets you connect one Notion workspace and browse your databases. Nutshell Pro unlocks editing and quick add, home screen widgets, unlimited tabs and workspaces, and every layout — available as a monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Nutshell requires a Notion account. Nutshell is an independent app and is not affiliated with Notion Labs, Inc.
LX ToolBox
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LX ToolBox – Practical tools for lighting techs, touring crews & designers LX ToolBox is a purpose-built toolkit for lampies, lighting designers, programmers, and stage professionals. Designed for real-world use on site and on the road, it puts essential lighting, power, rigging, and show-control tools in one fast, reliable app. Whether you’re advancing a show, building a rig, patching fixtures, checking power, or dealing with timecode, LX ToolBox helps you work quickly and confidently. Core Features Rigging & Power :: Rigging Load Tally (NEW) Build a quick touring load tally by category (fixtures, truss, motors, distro, cable). View total load, per-point averages, and utilisation for planning and paperwork. (Planning tool only — clear safety disclaimers included.) ::Power Colour Codes International single-phase and three-phase wiring colour references with side-by-side comparison. ::Power Sign-Off Sheets Capture inspection data, signatures, and export a professional Power Sign-Off PDF. ::Voltage & Power Tools Useful calculators for safe and consistent power setups. Lighting & Control ::Pin Outs Clear, quick-reference connector pinouts for common lighting and power connectors. ::DMX Calculators Addressing and utility tools to simplify patching and programming. ::Timecode Calculator (NEW) Convert between timecode, frames, and seconds across common frame rates (23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30). Ideal for playback, show control, and synchronisation workflows. Utilities ::Measurement Converter Common touring conversions for distance, weight, and more. ::MIDI Pad Send MIDI / OSC controls for integration with consoles and show-control systems. ::Sound FX Handy utility sound effects. ::Torch Instant flashlight access for dark stages and venues. Built for the road Modern glass-style UI optimised for low-light environments Fast navigation straight into tools Clear safety messaging where it matters (power & rigging) Designed for touring, theatre, broadcast, and live events LX ToolBox is not a replacement for qualified professionals — it’s a fast, practical companion that helps lighting crews stay organised, consistent, and efficient.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Nutshell at Free against LX ToolBox's $5.99. Nutshell also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). LX ToolBox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On 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
Nutshell is free to download; LX ToolBox costs $5.99 up front. Nutshell sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. LX ToolBox asks for nothing beyond the download.
Nutshell ships an update weekly, LX ToolBox every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Nutshell | LX ToolBox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $5.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (34 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 34 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 向伟 陈 | 1BIGRIG Ltd |
In-app purchases
Nutshell
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Nutshell Pro Lifetime$19.99
- Nutshell Pro Lifetime$29.99
LX ToolBox
No in-app purchases









