JACK BT vs Slug
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JACK BT
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JACK BT is an application that allows you to configure the new SCMJ50 gateways equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity. With JACK BT, you have access to the Nubes portal and remote management for the FOOD-EQUIPMENT and HVAC series of devices.
Slug
This app provides a direct connection to your YOURLS server, allowing you to create custom, branded short links. Track link performance and simplify sharing without relying on third-party services or sharing your data.
- Connect to YOURLS server
- Create custom short links
- Track link analytics
- Clipboard URL shortening
- Share extension integration
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Slug is a fast, polished client for YOURLS, the self-hosted URL shortener. Connect your own YOURLS server, create custom short links, manage your history, generate QR codes, and keep control of your links without relying on a hosted shortening service. Built for developers, creators, marketers, and teams who want a cleaner way to manage self-hosted short links from iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Key Features: • Connect directly to your YOURLS server • Create custom short links with your own keywords • Generate QR codes for any shortened link • Manage link history across multiple profiles • Shorten links from Safari and other apps with the Share Extension • Quickly shorten URLs from your clipboard • View core YOURLS link stats and history • Import and export your link data • Optional support for Slug YOURLS plugins • Hide plugin-related features when you want a simpler interface Slug+: Unlock advanced customization and power-user features, including expanded profile support, QR code customization, import/export tools, and full-library sync for supported accounts. Your links stay yours. Slug works with the YOURLS server you control, giving you a focused, native app for creating and managing short links without moving your workflow to someone else’s link-shortening platform.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JACK BT at none against Slug's 1. JACK BT also leads on iOS requirement (13.1 vs 18.0). Slug's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Slug sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JACK BT asks for nothing beyond the download.
JACK BT ships an update every 2 months, Slug every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JACK BT | Slug |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 13.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Esseci Srl | Nicholas Dapolito |
In-app purchases
JACK BT
No in-app purchases
Slug
- Quick.Link+$3.99









