Comparison

BoltBox vs ToolBox Pro

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

Head to head
About

BoltBox

This utility app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for daily and professional tasks. It includes calculators, text editors, QR code functions, audio tools, and more, all within a user-friendly interface to enhance efficiency.

Highlights
  • Calculation & Conversion Tools
  • Text Editing & Analysis
  • QR Code Generation & Scanning
  • Audio Recording & Text-to-Speech
  • Password & Random Number Generation
  • Pomodoro Timer & White Noise
Features
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60+ everyday tools in one fast, simple app. Calculate, convert, scan, record and focus without hunting for a separate app for every small job. SCAN AND CREATE • QR code scanner and QR code generator • Document scanner and photos to PDF • Copy text from any photo (OCR) CALCULATE AND CONVERT • Tip, discount, percentage, VAT, loan, BMI and age calculators • Currency, length, weight, volume, temperature, data and power converters • Date calculator and shipping size calculator PHOTOS • Remove a photo background in seconds • Resize images, add a watermark, split a picture into a grid • Pick colors, build palettes and view photo metadata TEXT AND DEVELOPER TOOLS • Word counter, case converter, text cleaner, sorter and comparator • JSON formatter, regex tester, Base64, URL encoder, hash generator, Lorem Ipsum SOUND AND MEASURE • Voice recorder, text to speech, white noise and tone generator • Metronome, tap tempo and instrument tuner • Compass, decibel meter and frequency meter FOCUS AND TIME • Pomodoro focus timer with Live Activity on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Stopwatch, world clock and habit tracker MADE TO BE QUICK • Mark favorites and open them from a Home Screen or Lock Screen widget • Siri and Shortcuts support for the tools you use most • Clean design, light and dark mode BoltBox is free to start. BoltBox Pro is an optional auto-renewing subscription that unlocks the premium tools. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ToolBox Pro

Features
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ToolBox Pro puts 100+ handy tools in one clean app, so you don't need dozens of single-purpose apps. Most tools work offline, need no account and keep your data on your iPhone. Available in 10 languages. DEVICE DIAGNOSTICS Check your iPhone like a repair shop does. 22 checks cover the battery, SIM and mobile network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, location, sensors, proximity, touch screen, display, speakers, earpiece, microphone, vibration, cameras, flash and buttons. The automatic checks are free; the hands-on tests and the shareable PDF report come with Pro. Every run is saved so you can compare over time. Handy before buying or selling a used phone. CALCULATORS • Calculator with scientific functions • Tip, VAT, discount and percentage • Loan, savings and compound interest • Age, fuel cost, unit price, GPA and aspect ratio • Bill splitter CONVERTERS • Units: length, weight, temperature, area, volume, speed, data and more • Currency (built-in rates, works offline) • Hijri and Gregorian dates, time zones, Unix time, number bases and Roman numerals SENSORS AND MEASURING • Compass, bubble level, inclinometer and protractor • Sound meter, light meter, altimeter, speedometer and GPS coordinates • Magnetic and metal detector, seismometer, g-force meter and motion alarm • Ruler, photo ruler and magnifier DEVICE • Flashlight with strobe and SOS, mirror • Screen, touch, speaker and vibration tests • Battery monitor, device info and internet speed test EVERYDAY • QR code and Wi-Fi QR generator • Pomodoro, stopwatch, countdown and cooking timer • Notepad, habit tracker and PDF tools • World clock, date calculator, tally counter and scoreboard • Random numbers, dice, coin flip and roulette • Voice recorder, image compressor, photo info viewer and color picker DEVELOPER AND SECURITY • JSON formatter, Base64, hash generator and JWT debugger • Regex tester, URL encoder, Markdown preview and network info • Password generator and Secret Ink MUSIC • Tuner, metronome, tone generator and audio spectrum COMMUNICATION • Morse code translator and transmitter • Open a chat with any number without saving it to your contacts TOOLBOX PRO One payment, no subscription. Pro removes all ads and unlocks every Pro tool: the full Device Diagnostics, Document Scanner, Digital Signature, Secret Vault, Secure Notes, file, audio and video converters, Batch Image Processor, Watermark Maker, Duplicate File Finder and GPS Route Tracker. The free version is supported by ads, and you can try a Pro tool for an hour by watching a short ad.

Screenshots

BoltBox4 screens
ToolBox Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BoltBox at 100% against ToolBox Pro's 50%. BoltBox also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. BoltBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ToolBox Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BoltBox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of BoltBox's written reviews are positive against 50% of ToolBox Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BoltBox ships an update every 2 weeks, ToolBox Pro every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BoltBox versus ToolBox Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoltBoxToolBox Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings45 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSenol CagirOmar ELRAMLAWY

Customer experience

BoltBox

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ToolBox Pro

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BoltBox

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Annual$24.991 Year
1 purchases

ToolBox Pro

One-time1
  • ToolBox Pro$1.99

Questions

Is BoltBox free?
BoltBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ToolBox Pro free?
ToolBox Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BoltBox or ToolBox Pro?
BoltBox is rated higher. BoltBox averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ToolBox Pro averages 4.4 from 5 ratings.
Do BoltBox or ToolBox Pro have ads?
Both BoltBox and ToolBox Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, BoltBox or ToolBox Pro?
BoltBox ships an update every 2 weeks, and ToolBox Pro every 4 months. Most recently, BoltBox was updated on October 24, 2026 and ToolBox Pro on October 24, 2026.

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