Comparison

BackupFlow vs QuickBoxScan

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

Head to head
About

BackupFlow

Automatically back up your photos and videos to your own server without relying on third-party cloud services. Offers flexible scheduling, multi-protocol support, and intelligent file management for secure, private data storage.

Highlights
  • Automatic scheduled backups
  • FTP/FTPS, WebDAV/WebDAVS, HTTP/HTTPS support
  • Smart file detection to prevent duplicates
  • Background upload support
  • Encrypted data transfer (FTPS/HTTPS)
  • User-friendly interface with detailed reports
Features
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Take control of your photos and videos! BackupFlow is a powerful and reliable app that automatically backs up your iOS photos and videos to your own server. Keep your data completely under your control without depending on big tech cloud services. Key Features: Automatic Scheduled Backups Set daily, weekly, or monthly backup schedules. BackupFlow automatically runs at your specified times and uploads new photos to your server. Thanks to iOS background processing technology, backups continue even when your phone is locked. Multi-Protocol Support • FTP/FTPS: Traditional and secure FTP protocols • WebDAV/WebDAVS: Modern web-based file transfer protocol • HTTP/HTTPS: Flexible connection options Smart File Management BackupFlow intelligently detects which files have already been backed up. It performs name checking for large files and size + name checking for smaller files, preventing unnecessary data transfer. This saves both bandwidth and time. High Performance • Seamlessly uploads large video files (100MB+) • Background upload support • Automatic retry on network interruptions • Fast file comparison algorithms Security and Privacy Your data never goes to third-party servers. All backups are made directly to your designated server. With FTPS and HTTPS support, your data is transferred encrypted. User-Friendly Interface Simple and intuitive design that anyone can use easily. With English language support and detailed backup reports, you can always track what's happening. Advanced Features • Orphan file cleanup • Detailed backup history • Status tracking with notifications • Flexible scheduling options • Multi-task management Ideal For: • Photographers and video producers • Privacy-conscious users • Users with their own servers • Those with large file collections • Anyone seeking automatic backup solutions System Requirements: iOS 17.0 and later. Works with any server supporting FTP, WebDAV, or HTTP protocols. Why Choose BackupFlow: Unlike cloud services that limit storage space and charge monthly fees, BackupFlow gives you complete freedom. Upload unlimited content to your own infrastructure without restrictions or ongoing costs. Technical Excellence: Built with modern iOS technologies including BGTaskScheduler for reliable background execution. The app handles network interruptions gracefully and provides detailed logging for troubleshooting. Take control of your photo and video security with BackupFlow. No more cloud service limitations – back up as much content as you want to your own server.

About

QuickBoxScan

Features
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Stop digging through boxes wondering where you put things. QuickBoxScan lets you catalog every item you own, organize them into boxes, and find anything in seconds with a quick QR code scan or search. ORGANIZE WITH EASE Create boxes for every room, closet, or storage unit. Add items by simply snapping a photo — our AI-powered recognition automatically identifies what you're storing, so you spend less time typing and more time organizing. FIND ANYTHING INSTANTLY Print QR code labels for your boxes and scan them anytime to see exactly what's inside. Or use the powerful search to locate any item across all your boxes in a flash. AI-POWERED PHOTO RECOGNITION Just point your camera at an item and let the app do the work. QuickBoxScan recognizes common household objects, tools, clothing, and more — automatically naming and tagging your items for you. WORKS OFFLINE, SYNCS EVERYWHERE Your data is stored locally first, so the app works lightning-fast even without an internet connection. When you're back online, everything syncs seamlessly to the cloud and across your devices. QUICK ADD Adding items should take seconds, not minutes. Use Quick Add to snap a photo, let AI fill in the details, and toss the item in a box — all in one smooth flow. SEARCH ACROSS EVERYTHING Looking for that holiday decoration? A specific tool? Search by name or label across every box you own and find it immediately. FREE TO START, PRO TO GO ALL IN Get started for free with up to 3 boxes and 15 items — plenty to try out every feature. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited boxes and items when you're ready to organize your entire life. Whether you're moving, decluttering, managing a storage unit, or just want to know where your things are — QuickBoxScan is the simplest way to take control of your stuff.

Screenshots

BackupFlow4 screens
QuickBoxScan3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: QuickBoxScan at Free against BackupFlow's $0.99. QuickBoxScan also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). BackupFlow's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

QuickBoxScan is free to download; BackupFlow costs $0.99 up front. QuickBoxScan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BackupFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BackupFlow versus QuickBoxScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBackupFlowQuickBoxScan
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTamer SavasciKristof Peter Varga

In-app purchases

None

BackupFlow

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

QuickBoxScan

One-time1
  • Pro$4.99

Questions

Is BackupFlow free?
BackupFlow costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is QuickBoxScan free?
QuickBoxScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BackupFlow or QuickBoxScan have ads?
Neither BackupFlow nor QuickBoxScan shows ads.

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