Zima Client vs UGPhoto Backup
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Zima Client
Manage your ZimaOS from your mobile device. Monitor operations, execute applications, and review files remotely. Prioritizes data privacy and sovereignty for users.
- Remote ZimaOS management
- Monitor operational status
- Execute deployed applications
- Review files
- Data privacy focused
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Welcome to the new realm of ZimaOS. Zima Client serves as the mobile management interface for ZimaOS, Whether monitoring operational status, executing deployed applications, or reviewing your files, all can be seamlessly accomplished from your mobile device. Data privacy and sovereignty are paramount to us. Should you have any inquiries, we invite you to share them at your convenience. We remain dedicated to continuously monitoring and refining these aspects. Feedback Email: feedback@zimaos.com
UGPhoto Backup
Securely back up photos and videos to your UGREEN NAS with end-to-end encryption. Manage local storage by identifying and removing duplicate or large files after backup. Offers remote access and a user-friendly interface for all your media management needs.
- Automatic photo and video backup to UGREEN NAS
- End-to-end encryption for secure credentials
- Local storage cleaner for duplicate and large files
- Browse, manage, and download files from NAS
- Remote access via UGREENlink
- Preserves EXIF metadata and GPS location
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Automatically back up all your photos and videos to your UGREEN NAS. UGPhoto Backup is the complete solution to secure your memories on your NAS while managing and freeing up local storage. SECURE & PRIVATE BACKUP • End-to-end encryption for your credentials • Your data never leaves your device • No tracking, no ads, complete privacy guaranteed • Works on local network & remotely via UGREENlink • SSL/TLS encryption & 2FA authentication support AUTOMATIC PHOTO & VIDEO BACKUP • Smart background backup without user action • Compatible with UGOS Pro • All formats supported: HEIC, RAW, JPEG, MP4, MOV • Preserves EXIF metadata & GPS location data • Keeps original file names and capture dates • Intelligent duplicate detection • Advanced filtering by date, size, and album • Detailed backup history with task tracking BROWSE & MANAGE NAS FILES • Navigate through your UGREEN NAS files • Preview photos, videos, and documents directly • Download files from your NAS to iPhone • Upload any files from your device • Multi-selection and batch operations • Search and organize your NAS content ON-DEVICE CLEANER • Identify large photos and videos consuming space • Detect and remove similar and duplicate photos • Find screenshots and optimize library • Clean contacts, events, and reminders • Battery optimization tips and guides • Free up iPhone storage after backup • "Already backed up" section to free up space safely EASY TO USE • Quick setup in minutes — no technical knowledge required • Monitor backups with iOS widgets & Live Activities • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing • Background notifications for status updates • Intuitive interface for all features FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY • UGREENlink: connect from anywhere • Direct IP/Host connection • Custom DDNS support • Automatic reconnection after network issues Perfect alternative to Google Photos or iCloud if you own a UGREEN NAS. Keep full control of your photo library and manage your device storage efficiently. Works seamlessly with other UGREEN mobile apps. Made by the UGREEN community for UGREEN users. Need help? Any suggestion or feature request for the app? Email me at contact@ugphotobackup.app! --- Some features require UGPhoto Backup Pro: monthly or yearly subscription, or lifetime purchase. Free trial available. Family Sharing included. UGPhoto Backup is not affiliated with UGREEN Group Limited. Terms: https://ugphotobackup.app/resources/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zima Client at none against UGPhoto Backup's 3. Zima Client also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 45%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. UGPhoto Backup sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Zima Client asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Zima Client against 4.7 for UGPhoto Backup. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 237 and 106 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Zima Client's written reviews are positive against 45% of UGPhoto Backup's.
Zima Client ships an update every 2 weeks, UGPhoto Backup fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zima Client | UGPhoto Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (237 ratings) — better | 4.7 (106 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 59.1% of reviews — better | 45.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 237 — better | 106 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 135 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IceWhale Technology Limited | Thomas Le gravier |
Customer experience
Zima Client
UGPhoto Backup
In-app purchases
Zima Client
No in-app purchases
UGPhoto Backup
- Pro version - Month$2.991 Month
- Pro version - Year7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Pro version - Lifetime$34.99
