Comparison

ADB utility vs AirAPK

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

Head to head
About

ADB utility

Features
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ADB Box Remote Control lets you manage any TV box wirelessly from your phone, using the Debug Bridge (ADB) protocol over your local Wi-Fi network. Automatic discovery Scan your network with one tap. The app detects all TV boxes with ADB enabled and connects automatically when only one is found. You can also add a device manually by IP address. Remote control at your fingertips Once connected, a clean dashboard gives you instant access to the most useful actions: - Reboot β€” restart the box remotely - Shutdown β€” send a power-off command - Factory reset β€” wipe the box back to defaults - List installed apps β€” run "pm list packages" and browse the output Install APKs wirelessly Pick any APK from your phone's storage. The app pushes it to the box and installs it automatically, with a real-time progress screen showing every step. Interactive shell console Open a live ADB shell and run any command directly on the box. Output streams back in real time. The console stays open while you navigate the rest of the app. Device info at a glance The connection screen shows the box's manufacturer, model, IP address, and whether it is running as root. Requirements - TV box must have Developer Options and Network ADB (ADB over Wi-Fi) enabled - Phone and box must be on the same Wi-Fi network

About

AirAPK

Features
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AirAPK is a professional local-network toolkit for Android TV enthusiasts, audiophiles, and developers. Connect wirelessly over ADB to inspect hardware capabilities, mirror your TV screen, manage apps, and push APKs β€” all from your iPhone or iPad. No PC or cables required. LAN ADB Device Management - Quick connect via IP and port (defaultΒ 5555) or a 6-digit pairing code - Save multiple devices for instant switching - View real-time device specs, Android version, and build info APK & File Management - Push and install APKs to your TV via QR code scan or direct download link - Browse, force-stop, uninstall, and clear the cache of any app - Push and pull files between iOS and Android TV seamlessly Advanced AV Capability Inspector - Deep hardware analysis of video decoding: H.264, HEVC/H.265, VP9, AV1 - HDR support detection: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision - Audio passthrough and decoding: AC3, E-AC3, TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD, FLAC, Opus - Export and share detailed capability reports Real-Time Screen Mirroring & Remote - Low-latency TV screen projection over an optimized ADB protocol - Virtual remote with D-pad, media keys, and home/back navigation - Capture high-quality screenshots and save them to your photo library Developer & Power-User Tools - Built-in ADB shell for direct command execution and system debugging - Manage background processes and system services - Clean, professional dark UI optimized for quick operations Privacy & Security First - 100% offline operation β€” zero data collection, no cloud servers - All connections stay strictly within your local Wi-Fi network - Built on the standard Android Debug Bridge (ADB) protocol Compatibility & Setup - Requires an Android TV / Google TV device with Network ADB enabled in Developer Options - Optimized for iOS 15+ and iPadOS - Compatible with Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense, NVIDIA Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, and most Android TV / Google TV devices Disclaimer: AirAPK is an independent, third-party utility. It is not affiliated with Google, Android, or any television manufacturer. This app requires enabling Developer Options and Network ADB on your target device. Standard ADB security practices apply. Unlock your TV's true potential β€” download AirAPK and take full control today!

Screenshots

ADB utility4 screens
AirAPK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ADB utility at none against AirAPK's 1. AirAPK's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. AirAPK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ADB utility asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ADB utility ships an update every 3 weeks, AirAPK monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
ADB utility versus AirAPK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterADB utilityAirAPK
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks β€” betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS18.615.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size15 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarco Ricciuti爽 彭

In-app purchases

None

ADB utility

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

AirAPK

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is ADB utility free?
ADB utility is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AirAPK free?
AirAPK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ADB utility or AirAPK have ads?
Neither ADB utility nor AirAPK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ADB utility or AirAPK?
ADB utility ships an update every 3 weeks, and AirAPK monthly. Most recently, ADB utility was updated on September 10, 2026 and AirAPK on September 16, 2026.

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