Comparison

Top Box vs iStory

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

Head to head
About

Top Box

Secure your phone and personal information with this app locker. It allows you to restrict access to any application, preventing unauthorized viewing and accidental deletion of important data. Enjoy peace of mind with customizable password protection and comprehensive privacy safeguards.

Highlights
  • App restriction and locking
  • Anti-deletion feature for apps
  • Password protection
  • Customizable password options
  • Integrates with Screen Time permission
Features
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Top Box is an application designed specifically to protect personal privacy and information security. It allows you to use your phone freely without worrying about personal privacy leaks. Protect your personal privacy and information security and turn your phone into a private space! Easy to use, select applications and lock them instantly. Restrict and lock applications, providing 24-hour comprehensive protection for your privacy. Multiple mode options to cover various scenarios of your phone usage. Password protection with customizable passwords to safeguard your privacy and data security. Features: - App Lock: Top Box can restrict any application to ensure sensitive content is not accessed. - Anti-Deletion Feature: You can prevent important applications from being deleted, eliminating concerns about data loss due to accidental deletion. Top Box integrates Apple's "Screen Time" permission for managing home screen apps. If you want to restrict or lock apps, please allow the app to access screen time before using the feature. If you like our product, please leave a positive review to support us. If you have any questions, feel free to provide feedback. 【Premium Membership Description】 1. Annual Membership Description ◎ Subscription Period: 1 year ◎ Subscription Price: 48 yuan per month, 38 yuan for the first year 2. Lifetime Membership Description ◎ Subscription Period: Long-term ◎ Subscription Price: 48 yuan 3. Other Rules ◎ Payment: Payment is made through the user's iTunes account immediately upon confirmation of purchase. ◎ Renewal: The Apple iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration. Upon successful payment, the subscription period will be extended by 1 subscription cycle. ◎ Canceling Renewal: To cancel the renewal, please take action at least 24 hours before the current billing period. Here are the steps to cancel: Go to the Home page, enter [Settings], click on [iTunes Store and App Store], select [Apple ID], choose [View Apple ID], go to [Account Settings], click on [Subscriptions], select the subscription item, and cancel the subscription. ◎ Auto-Renewal Service Agreement:https://topbox.tiangeltd.com/agreements/topbox/automaticRenewalEn.html ◎ Paid Membership Service Agreement:https://topbox.tiangeltd.com/agreements/topbox/vipSubscriptionEn.html ◎ User Terms of Service (including User Privacy Agreement): https://topbox.tiangeltd.com/agreements/topbox/TopBoxUserAgreementEn.html

About

iStory

Relive your digital history by exploring all the Apple devices you've owned and the memories captured with them. This app organizes your photos by device, provides insightful statistics, and allows you to export visual summaries of your tech journey.

Highlights
  • Device archive of owned Apple products
  • Photo timeline organized by device
  • Device and photo statistics
  • Exportable infographics
  • Offline use
  • Privacy-focused data collection
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Introducing iStory: Your Personal Apple Device Archive and Photo Journey Ever wondered about the amazing memories captured through your Apple devices over the years?  With iStory, relive your digital journey like never before! This innovative app offers a unique experience, allowing you to seamlessly explore all the Apple devices you've owned and cherish the moments captured with them. Key Features: Device Archive: Dive into the past and rediscover the evolution of your Apple devices. iStory compiles a comprehensive archive, showcasing every iPhone, iPad and iPod that you've ever owned. Track the progression of technology in your life and see how far you've come! Photo Timeline: Unearth the treasure trove of memories stored on your devices. iStory intelligently organizes all your photos based on the device they were taken with. Scroll through your personal photo timeline and witness the moments that shaped your life. From your first iPhone to the latest iPad, every picture tells a story. Device and Photo Statistics: Delve into the numbers behind your digital history! iStory provides insightful statistics on the devices you've owned, and the photos taken over the years. Discover fascinating trends and patterns that highlight your tech and photographic preferences. Exportable Infographics: Turn your digital journey into a visual masterpiece! iStory allows you to export a personalized infographic summarizing your device history and photo statistics. Share these infographics on social media or keep them as a unique keepsake of your tech-savvy adventures. Privacy First: iStory prioritizes your privacy. You can use the app offline, no data is collected in any way. Enjoy the benefits of reliving your digital history without compromising on security. Download iStory now and embark on a captivating journey through your Apple device legacy.  Rediscover the magic of your digital moments and celebrate the evolution of technology in your life! Note: iStory is not affiliated with Apple Inc. and works independently to provide a personalized digital archive experience. Check our privacy policy at: https://istory.timelabs.io#privacypolicy. Terms and conditions: https://istory.timelabs.io#terms

Screenshots

Top Box4 screens
iStory3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iStory at none against Top Box's 2. Top Box's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (51 vs 14). On price, rating, ads 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. Top Box sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $27.49 per year. iStory asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Top Box against 4.7 for iStory. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 14 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Top Box ships an update every 6 days, iStory every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Top Box versus iStory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTop BoxiStory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (51 ratings) — better4.7 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews65.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChengdu Tiange Technology Co., LtdTimelabs Ltd

Customer experience

Top Box

All ratings51 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive65.0%
Neutral15.0%
Negative20.0%

iStory

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Top Box

Subscriptions1
  • Vip包年1 Year trial$27.491 Year
One-time1
  • 永久Vip$27.49
None

iStory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Top Box free?
Top Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iStory free?
iStory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Top Box or iStory?
Top Box is rated higher. Top Box averages 4.8 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while iStory averages 4.7 from 14 ratings.
Do Top Box or iStory have ads?
Neither Top Box nor iStory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Top Box or iStory?
Top Box ships an update every 6 days, and iStory every 5 months. Most recently, Top Box was updated on October 14, 2026 and iStory on September 28, 2026.

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