# iBus Buddy Operator vs viaim

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iBus Buddy Operator at none against viaim's 8. iBus Buddy Operator also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. viaim sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. iBus Buddy Operator asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBus Buddy Operator | viaim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.8 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viaim-listenthinkact/id6468928677/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **20** |
| Positive reviews | — | 46.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 98 MB | 253 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ideal Solutions Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1109825354) | [Hong Kong Future Intelligent Technology Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710945916) |

## What reviewers say

### iBus Buddy Operator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibus-buddy-operator/id6451480783)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### viaim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viaim-listenthinkact/id6468928677)

This app works with specific earbuds to record and transcribe audio from calls, meetings, and media playback. It helps organize your recordings into a searchable knowledge base and allows for easy editing and sharing. You can also manage your earbud settings.

**Highlights:** Real-time call recording and transcription, Onsite meeting recording and transcription, Audio/video playback transcription, Personal knowledge base for recordings, Recording management and export, Earbud settings adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| viaim Pro (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| VIAIM Plus (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| viaim Ultra (monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| VIAIM Max (monthly) | $23.99 | per month |
| viaim Pro (yearly) | $79.99 | per year |
| VIAIM Plus (yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| viaim Ultra (yearly) | $159.99 | per year |
| VIAIM Max (yearly) | $169.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iBus Buddy Operator free?

iBus Buddy Operator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is viaim free?

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

### Do iBus Buddy Operator or viaim have ads?

Neither iBus Buddy Operator nor viaim shows ads.

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