# HyperRef vs MyClippings

The clearest difference is rating: MyClippings at 5.0 against HyperRef's 4.7. HyperRef's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HyperRef sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MyClippings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MyClippings holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

HyperRef ships an update every 2 months, MyClippings every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HyperRef | MyClippings |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperref/id6743102705/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myclippings-image-collection/id6770765186/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seth Kenneth Berggren](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801346715) | [洋 白](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780119848) |

## What reviewers say

### HyperRef

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperref/id6743102705)

Create and organize your personal art reference library with powerful import and study tools. Analyze images by value, contrast, and color, and track your artistic progress with attached studies. Secure your sensitive collections with biometric protection.

**Highlights:** Web import for bulk image saving, Analyze images by value, contrast, color, Timed practice and study modes, Attach sketches to references, Biometric collection protection, Smart collections and organization, Offline access with iCloud sync

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HyperRef Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


### MyClippings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myclippings-image-collection/id6770765186)

A private image scrapbook to save, organize, and visually browse your captured ideas and inspirations. Keep a personal visual library across your Apple devices with iCloud sync.

**Highlights:** Save images from anywhere, Organize into collections, Private visual library, iCloud sync, Native Apple device experience, Distraction-free browsing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MyClippings Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| MyClippings Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| MyClippings Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HyperRef free?

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

### Is MyClippings free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HyperRef or MyClippings?

MyClippings is rated higher. HyperRef averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while MyClippings averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do HyperRef or MyClippings have ads?

Neither HyperRef nor MyClippings shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HyperRef or MyClippings?

HyperRef ships an update every 2 months, and MyClippings every 5 weeks. Most recently, HyperRef was updated on June 9, 2026 and MyClippings on September 18, 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.*