# HakkoAI vs Cartix

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cartix at 100% against HakkoAI's 55%. Cartix also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). HakkoAI's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HakkoAI sells 36 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Cartix sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $30.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cartix holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of HakkoAI's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cartix's.

HakkoAI ships an update weekly, Cartix every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HakkoAI | Cartix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hakkoai/id6476439115/reviews) | **[4.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartix/id6758147673/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **28** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 159 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hakko AI PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726721547) | [Chongqing Zhongtan Space Information Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871160618) |

## What reviewers say

### HakkoAI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hakkoai/id6476439115)

This AI companion enhances your gaming and daily life experiences. It offers real-time voice interaction, understands on-screen content, and remembers shared moments to become a personalized assistant. Choose from diverse characters for a unique companionship.

**Highlights:** Real-time voice calls, On-screen content understanding (VLM), Long-term scene-based memory, Diverse original IP characters, In-game strategy and tips, Everyday life assistance (drama, study)

**In-app purchases (36)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hakko+ Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Hakko+ Ultra Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Hakko+ Pro Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Hakko+ Ultra Yearly | $199.99 | per year |
| 60 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lucky Pocket | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Coins first purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| 補給ギフト | $0.99 | one-time |
| Morning Coffee, Night Alcohol | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hakko NEW Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Intimacy Boost Pack | $2.00 | one-time |
| Mystic Night Collection Chest | $4.89 | one-time |
| 300 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yutao Exclusive Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 300 Coins first purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| Night Ice Cream Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Shining Oath  Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Sneak Snack Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| ハロウィンギフト | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Christmas Gift | $7.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Hakko Plus | $9.99 | one-time |
| 680 Coins first purchase | $10.99 | one-time |
| 1960 Recharge | $11.99 | one-time |
| 1960 Double Recharge | $11.99 | one-time |
| 980 Recharge | $14.99 | one-time |
| 980 Diamonds | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Recharge | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Double Recharge | $14.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Hakko+ ultra | $19.99 | one-time |
| Quarterly Hakko Plus | $24.99 | one-time |
| 1980 Diamonds | $29.99 | one-time |
| 1980 Double Recharge | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3280 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Annual Hakko Plus | $99.99 | one-time |
| 6480 Coins first purchase | $99.99 | one-time |
| Annual Hakko+ ultra | $199.99 | one-time |


### Cartix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartix/id6758147673)

Transform your photos into unique cartoon avatars using various artistic styles. This app processes images locally on your device for privacy, offering multiple styles like Q Version, Hand Drawn, and Pixel Art. Save and share your creations easily, with all generated avatars accessible in a history section.

**Highlights:** Photo upload and processing, Multiple cartoon styles (Q Version, Hand Drawn, Pixel Art), AI-powered image transformation, Save and share avatars, History management of creations, Local on-device processing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $30.00 | per month |
| Half Year Subscription | $100.00 | per 6 months |
| Ultimate Diamond Pack | $169.99 | per year |
| Starter Diamond Pack | $8.00 | one-time |
| Standard Diamond Pack | $13.00 | one-time |
| Premium Diamond Pack | $40.00 | one-time |
| Elite Diamond Pack | $68.00 | one-time |
| Ultimate Diamond Pack | $129.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HakkoAI free?

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

### Is Cartix free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HakkoAI or Cartix?

Cartix is rated higher. HakkoAI averages 4.0 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Cartix averages 4.9 from 19 ratings.

### Do HakkoAI or Cartix have ads?

HakkoAI shows ads; Cartix does not.

### Which is updated more often, HakkoAI or Cartix?

HakkoAI ships an update weekly, and Cartix every 5 days. Most recently, HakkoAI was updated on September 18, 2026 and Cartix on September 20, 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.*