Comparison

HDMI vs BoxKeeper

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

Head to head
About

HDMI

Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.

Highlights
  • External display functionality
  • Connect gaming consoles
  • High-quality HD streaming
  • Supports cameras and PCs
  • Portable screen solution
  • USB-C video capture card compatible
Features
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!

About

BoxKeeper

Features
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Never lose track of what's in storage again. BoxKeeper turns your garage, storage unit, or closet into a searchable inventory, no more opening box after box hoping to find what you need. WHY BOXKEEPER - Create a box in seconds, name it, tag the location, pick a color - Add unlimited items to each box, with photos, notes, and tags - Every box gets its own QR code, scan it and jump straight to what's inside - Search across every box at once, so "extension cord" finds it no matter which box it's hiding in - Share boxes with family or roommates, everyone sees the same inventory - Works offline, browse and search your boxes even without a signal PERFECT FOR - Garage and basement storage - Self-storage units - Seasonal decorations - Moving and packing - Shared family storage BoxKeeper is free! Questions or feedback? Reach us anytime from inside the app, we read every message. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HDMI3 screens
BoxKeeper3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BoxKeeper at every 9 days against HDMI's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HDMI ships an update every 3 weeks, BoxKeeper every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HDMI versus BoxKeeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHDMIBoxKeeper
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (75 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings75 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIon DanilovJuliano Neu

In-app purchases

None

HDMI

No in-app purchases

None

BoxKeeper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HDMI free?
HDMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoxKeeper free?
BoxKeeper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HDMI or BoxKeeper have ads?
Neither HDMI nor BoxKeeper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HDMI or BoxKeeper?
HDMI ships an update every 3 weeks, and BoxKeeper every 9 days. Most recently, HDMI was updated on October 30, 2026 and BoxKeeper on October 24, 2026.

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