Comparison

idX vs SortlyAI

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

Head to head
About

idX

Features
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idX – AI Inventory idX helps you identify, track, and organize your belongings with a fast, minimalist workflow. Use your camera to capture an item, let on-device AI suggest what it is, then save it with photos, price/value, and where it is stored. Everything is designed to work device-first, so you can manage your inventory without creating an account. Core features - AI-powered item identification runs on your device. - Barcode scanning can fetch product details from OpenFoodFacts. - Batch Scan lets you add multiple items quickly without jumping back to the home screen. - Smart Collections help you organize items your way. - Duplicate detection uses visual similarity matching to flag potential duplicates. - Location tracking lets you tag where an item is stored for quick retrieval. - Expiry notifications can remind you when items are nearing expiration. - Dark mode is available. AR features - AR Shelf Labels lets you build a visual map of your storage by tagging items in your real-world environment. - AR Location Finder (Pro) uses your camera view to help you find items in the real world. Pro features - Receipt OCR Scanner (Pro) helps you batch-add items by scanning receipts. - AI Background Studio (Pro) can batch remove photo backgrounds and apply studio-style colors. - Detailed Insights (Pro) helps track item values, spending patterns, and inventory health over time. - Warranty and Documents Vault (Pro) lets you attach warranties, manuals, and receipts to items. - Data Export (Pro) exports your inventory as ZIP/CSV for backup. Privacy and data - idX follows a device-first approach. Inventory entries, images, and locations are stored locally on your device. - No accounts are required. Notes - Subscriptions and purchases are handled by the App Store. - The free version uses ads. Support - Support page: https://idx-support.netlify.app/#support - Email: jeffreyoduroasante@gmail.com - App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gh/app/idx/id6751609886

About

SortlyAI

Features
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SortlyAI helps you sort your waste correctly using AI. Simply scan an item with your camera and SortlyAI will tell you which bin it goes into. Features: - AI-powered waste scanning: Point your camera at any item and get instant sorting guidance - Smart bin management: Configure your bins based on your country's recycling system - Collection calendar: Never miss a pickup with smart reminders - Search database: Look up any item to find the right bin - Multi-language support: Available in English, Romanian, German, and Hungarian - Dark mode support - Household sharing: Share bins and schedules with family members SortlyAI supports recycling systems from Romania, Germany, Austria, Hungary, and more countries coming soon. Make recycling easy. Make a difference. Premium subscription: SortlyAI Premium unlocks unlimited AI scans, custom schedules, and household sharing. Available as a monthly ($0.99/month) or annual ($5.99/year) auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://sortlyai.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

idX4 screens
SortlyAI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SortlyAI at every 4 days against idX's every 4 months. SortlyAI also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). 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. idX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and SortlyAI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

idX ships an update every 4 months, SortlyAI every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
idX versus SortlyAI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteridXSortlyAI
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffrey AsanteRaul Alex Ratiu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

idX

Subscriptions2
  • idX Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • idX Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
2 purchases

SortlyAI

Subscriptions2
  • Sortly Premium Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Sortly Premium Annual$5.991 Year

Questions

Is idX free?
idX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SortlyAI free?
SortlyAI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do idX or SortlyAI have ads?
Neither idX nor SortlyAI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, idX or SortlyAI?
idX ships an update every 4 months, and SortlyAI every 4 days. Most recently, idX was updated on October 7, 2026 and SortlyAI on October 12, 2026.

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