ThinkBoard Player vs Apteno
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ThinkBoard Player
This application allows users to play video content created with the ThinkBoard content creation software. It supports various TBO and TBC file formats and offers multiple methods for importing and viewing files, including direct import, iTunes file sharing, and URL downloads.
- Plays TBO and TBC file formats
- Import files via iTunes
- Direct file import
- URL download and playback
- Supports various file extensions
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A player dedicated to video content created with the content creation software "ThinkBoard". ■ How to watch ・Viewing via Safari or other browsers The file will be saved in a folder such as download by the browser. After that, it will be handled by the download manager or file app. ・ Viewing using the file app (1) Copy / move the TB file saved by downloading etc. directly to the "Files List" folder of this application. ② Select "Open with ThinkBoard Player" from the shared menu. (* It may not be possible depending on the version) ・File transfer using the "File Sharing" function of iTunes This application checks the shared folder when the application starts, and moves the transferred playable files to the "Files List". ・ Viewing using the import function of this application You can import from the upper right "⋮" button in the file list. ・Enter the URL from the menu "Download" and watch from the list. If you cannot download directly, the browser will start. ■ Playable files TBO file format (TBO / TBON / TBO-L / TBO-LN / TBO-M / TBO-MN) TBC file format (TBC / TBM / TBT / TBMT) * Member content created with the ThinkBoard G series cannot be played. ■ Viewing environment Recommended: 2GB RAM or more * Delays may occur depending on device specifications and content. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ■ What is ThinkBoard? ThinkBoard is a "content creation software" that creates video content with images, voice, and handwritten drawings. With the creator's real "voice" and "handwritten drawings," it is possible to create content that conveys feelings and individuality, and expresses subtle nuances that are difficult to express in printed form. ThinkBoard, which was developed based on the basic concepts of "easy," "speedy," and "easy to understand," is currently used in the fields of communication, presentations, and other learning and educational tools (e-learning, correspondence courses) . ■Customer support Please contact us at the e-mail address below with any problems or questions. We would appreciate it if you could let us know the name of the device you are using and which content you were viewing when the problem occurred. (Customers who have reported problems in their custom reviews should also contact us at this email address.) ◎ Email address Info@e-kjs.jp ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Apteno
This is a social networking app for students preparing for university entrance exams. It allows users to filter posts by target university's deviation value and grade level, fostering motivation and learning from peers. Users can also share their own experiences and receive feedback.
- Filter posts by target university's deviation value
- Filter posts by user's grade level
- View posts from higher-achieving students
- Share study experiences and receive feedback
- Block and report inappropriate users
- Simple interface designed for studying
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Aptenoは、志望校の偏差値や学年で絞り込み表示できる受験生専用SNSです。 自分と同程度かワンランク上の受験生の投稿だけを表示できるので、優秀な受験生が普段どんなことを考え、どんなことに悩み、どのように受験と向き合っているかを知れます。 また自身の学びや悩みを投稿し、仲間でもある他の受験生からいいねや返信をもらうことで、勉強のモチベーションに繋がります。 万が一不適切な投稿者が現れた場合でも、ブロック機能で投稿を非表示にできます。さらに通報することで、運営がユーザーの凍結を検討します。 Aptenoは、余計な機能がないシンプルな作りなので、受験勉強の邪魔になることもありません! ◆機能1: 志望校の偏差値が自分以上の投稿だけを表示できる Aptenoには、ライバルの投稿だけを表示するための絞り込み機能があります。1つ目が、志望校の偏差値による絞り込みです。 志望校の偏差値が自身より高い投稿のみを表示することで、ワンランク上の考え方に触れ、自身の考え方や常識を変えることができます。 ◆機能2: 学年が自分以上の投稿だけを表示できる 受験を間近に控えた高校3年生や浪人生にとっては、高校に入学したばかりの高校1年生の投稿はふさわしくないと感じることがあるでしょう。 逆に高校1年生にとっては、受験と本気で向き合う高校3年生や浪人生の投稿は良い刺激になるでしょう。 Aptenoでは、自分より学年が高いユーザーの投稿で絞り込むことができるので、役に立つ投稿のみを表示できます。 Aptenoで、常識を変える受験生活を今日からはじめましょう! [利用規約] https://uni-link.co.jp/terms/ [プライバシーポリシー] https://uni-link.co.jp/privacypolicy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Apteno at 71% against ThinkBoard Player's 29%. Apteno also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ThinkBoard Player ships an update every 4 months, Apteno monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ThinkBoard Player | Apteno |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | 71.4% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KJS | UniLink Inc. |
Customer experience
ThinkBoard Player
Apteno
In-app purchases
ThinkBoard Player
No in-app purchases
Apteno
No in-app purchases
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