GitGrid vs AirBoard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GitGrid
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GitGrid is the companion app for the GitGrid LED display, a physical 64x32 LED matrix that shows your GitHub contribution graph in real time. No accounts. No subscriptions. No cloud services. Just plug in, pair, and go. FEATURES • Guided step-by-step setup — pair, configure WiFi, set your username, done • Bluetooth Low Energy pairing — no captive portals or serial consoles • WiFi network scanner — pick your network from a list, no typing SSIDs • GitHub username validation — confirms your profile exists before sending to the device, with avatar preview • Show/hide password toggle for easy WiFi entry • Device status & diagnostics — see WiFi signal strength, last data refresh, and error details • Human-readable error messages — "WiFi password incorrect," "Username not found," with suggested fixes • Reconfigure anytime — change your WiFi or GitHub username without starting over • Auto-reconnect — the app remembers your device and reconnects when in range • Dark mode support — matches your system theme WHAT IS GITGRID? GitGrid is a physical LED display for developers who want to show off their GitHub contribution history as a living piece of desk or wall art. The display auto-refreshes throughout the day so your latest commits always appear. No GitHub login or token required, just your public username. REQUIREMENTS • A GitGrid LED display (sold separately) • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) capable device • 2.4GHz WiFi network • A public GitHub profile
AirBoard
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AirBoard is an app that allows you to easily share clipboard content, text, photos, and files between Windows PCs, iPhones, and smartphones connected to the same Wi-Fi or LAN. "I want to use text copied on my PC on my smartphone." "I want to quickly send photos or files from my smartphone to my PC." "I want to send data directly to a nearby device without using email or the cloud." AirBoard neatly solves these everyday hassles. ■ What you can do with AirBoard ・Share copied text between devices ・Instantly send selected text to a specific recipient ・Transfer photos and files within the same network ・Save a history of content copied on your device ・Supports sharing between Windows, iPhone, and other smartphones ・Use a smartphone as a Hub to connect with an iPhone without a PC ・Relay mode to connect Windows, iPhone, and smartphones ・Diagnostic function to check connection status and history ・Direct communication within the same network—no cloud required ・Send a file to a specific device (if it is away, the Hub holds it for 24 hours) ・New devices are allowed once on the Hub; approved devices are managed in Settings ・Three tabs: Share, Board, Settings; the top line shows the connection ・Pin to the Board; History filters by text, file or copy ・A device map shows who is connected to whom; pick a recipient there ■ No Cloud or Account Needed AirBoard enables direct communication between devices on the same Wi-Fi or LAN. There is no need for account registration or uploading files to an external cloud service. Quickly share necessary content between nearby devices. ■ Easy 3-Step Process 1. Connect your devices to the same Wi-Fi or LAN 2. Select the connection target in AirBoard 3. Share text, files, or clipboard content The iPhone version operates as a Client; select and connect to either the Windows version or a smartphone version of AirBoard that supports the Hub function. To use AirBoard between iPhones, please launch the Windows version of AirBoard on the same network to act as the Hub. Make cross-device tasks—such as sharing work documents, passing URLs, moving notes, and transferring photos or files—much smoother. Make your daily copy-and-paste routine more convenient with AirBoard. *This app is designed for devices on the same Wi-Fi network. If office or school Wi‑Fi blocks the connection, connect through your PC's Mobile hotspot or your iPhone's Personal Hotspot. ■ Windows app https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9NDXC1X5SZB0?hl=en-us&gl=US
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GitGrid at none against AirBoard's 1. AirBoard's advantage is device support. On price and iOS requirement 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. AirBoard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GitGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | GitGrid | AirBoard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Justin Terry | kobayashi keitaro |
In-app purchases
GitGrid
No in-app purchases
AirBoard
- Remove ads$2.99









