# 起点集 vs DotInk

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 起点集 at 48% against DotInk's 0%. 起点集 also leads on rating (4.0 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (22 vs 1). DotInk's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 起点集 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and DotInk sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

起点集 holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 起点集 has 22 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of 起点集's written reviews are positive against 0% of DotInk's.

起点集 ships an update fortnightly, DotInk weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 起点集 | DotInk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6451334226/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dotink-eink-assistant/id6754073002/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **48.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 169 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chongqing Yichen Cloud Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1679272039) | [业 毕](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850598730) |

## What reviewers say

### 起点集

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6451334226)

This app is a versatile utility toolbox offering a wide array of practical functions. It includes tools for content creation, personal finance, unit conversion, image manipulation, and daily planning. Enhance productivity and simplify tasks with its comprehensive feature set.

**Highlights:** 提词器 (Teleprompter), 补光灯 (Fill Light), 商品比价 (Price Comparison), 单位换算 (Unit Conversion), 汇率换算 (Currency Conversion), 图片压缩 (Image Compression), 应用管理 (App Management), 证件照制作 (ID Photo Maker)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 周会员 | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 月会员 | $0.99 | per month |
| 年会员 | $9.99 | per year |
| 永久会员 | $1.99 | one-time |


### DotInk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dotink-eink-assistant/id6754073002)

This app helps e-ink device owners customize fonts and convert e-books for their readers. It offers WYSIWYG font editing, e-book formatting, and seamless wireless integration with supported devices. All processing is done offline, prioritizing user privacy.

**Highlights:** WYSIWYG font customization, E-book conversion and formatting, Wireless device integration, Offline processing, Real-time screen simulation, Import TTF fonts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $5.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 起点集 free?

起点集 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DotInk free?

DotInk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 起点集 or DotInk?

起点集 is rated higher. 起点集 averages 4.0 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while DotInk averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do 起点集 or DotInk have ads?

起点集 shows ads; DotInk does not.

### Which is updated more often, 起点集 or DotInk?

起点集 ships an update fortnightly, and DotInk weekly. Most recently, 起点集 was updated on October 18, 2026 and DotInk on September 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*