Comparison

HexBin vs Binafy

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

Head to head
About

HexBin

Features
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Numbers, bits, and code—made simple. HexBin is more than a basic converter. It’s a modern toolkit built for developers, computer science students, and curious minds working with binary, hexadecimal, ASCII, and digital systems. Convert instantly between multiple number systems with a clean, distraction-free interface designed for speed and clarity. Why HexBin? • Instant conversion across 7 number formats • Real-time bit visualization for deeper understanding • Built-in ASCII reference and character lookup • Conversion history stored on-device • Fast and private • Designed with a sleek, developer-first experience Whether you're debugging, learning computer architecture, exploring data representation, or working with low-level systems, HexBin keeps the tools you need in one place. Think in binary. Build in hexadecimal. Work smarter with HexBin.

About

Binafy

Features
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Binafy is the fastest way to translate text to binary and convert between number bases — no account, no network, no fuss. Type any text and instantly see its UTF-8 binary representation. Paste binary back in and decode it to text in one tap. Switch to Number Bases mode and watch 255 become 11111111, FF, and 377 simultaneously as you type. Run bitwise operations on the Bit Tools tab, or pin a base-converter widget to your Home Screen. Built for programmers, students, and anyone who needs a reliable binary translator that works offline and respects your privacy. INCLUDED · Text → Binary (UTF-8, space-separated bytes) · Binary → Text decoding · 4-base number conversion: binary, decimal, hex, octal · Bitwise tools: AND, OR, XOR, NOT, and shifts · One-tap copy for any output · Last 10 conversions saved automatically WHAT MAKES BINAFY DIFFERENT · Live multi-radix conversion as you type — no Convert button · Bit Tools with an 8-bit flipper for hands-on bitwise work · Shortcuts actions and a Home Screen widget for power users BINAFY PRO (one-time in-app purchase) · Unlimited searchable history · Batch mode — convert multiple lines at once · Hex, octal, and decimal text encoding · Bit-length formatting (8 / 16 / 32 / 64-bit) · Home-screen widget — convert at a glance · Export and share formatted results PRICING Binafy Pro is a single one-time purchase — no subscription. All core conversion tools ship with the app. FEEDBACK Questions or feature requests? Email obeliskclubclub@gmail.com — we usually reply within one or two business days. Fully local. Zero trackers. No subscription. Terms of Use: https://obelisk.club/apps/binarytranslator/terms Privacy Policy: https://obelisk.club/apps/binarytranslator/privacy

Screenshots

HexBin4 screens
Binafy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HexBin at none against Binafy's 1. HexBin also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Binafy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HexBin asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
HexBin versus Binafy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexBinBinafy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNan Su Yee Yee Htike永 张

In-app purchases

None

HexBin

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Binafy

One-time1
  • Binafy Pro$4.99

Questions

Is HexBin free?
HexBin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Binafy free?
Binafy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HexBin or Binafy have ads?
Neither HexBin nor Binafy shows ads.

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