# Copy My Data vs Google Assistant

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Google Assistant at none against Copy My Data's 24. Google Assistant also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 29%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Copy My Data's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and chart position (#174 vs unranked). On price, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Copy My Data sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Google Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

Google Assistant holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16K and 67K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Copy My Data's written reviews are positive against 47% of Google Assistant's.

Copy My Data ships an update every 10 days, Google Assistant every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Copy My Data | Google Assistant |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/copy-my-data-smart-transfer/id870099476/reviews) | **[4.7 (67K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-assistant/id1220976145/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16K | **67K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.1% of reviews | **47.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#174** | — |
| Size | 76 MB | 255 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Red Sky Labs, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610980312) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### Copy My Data

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/copy-my-data-smart-transfer/id870099476)

**Currently charting:** #174 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily move and share contacts, calendar entries, and photos between devices over WiFi. This app guides you through a simple process to transfer data between different operating systems or devices with the same OS.

**Highlights:** Transfer contacts, Transfer calendar entries, Transfer photos, Cross-platform transfer, WiFi network transfer, Simple step-by-step guidance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Transfers | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Free Transfers | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $10.99 | per month |
| Subscription Plan | $11.99 | per month |
| Free Transfers | $24.99 | per year |
| premium | $27.99 | per month |
| Free Transfers | $29.99 | per year |
| premium | $39.99 | per year |
| yearly_Plan | $54.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and easy data transfer
- 👍 Helpful for switching between devices
- 💡 Useful for backing up and restoring data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data access
- 💰 Subscription model and hidden fees
- 🔋 Slow and incomplete data transfers

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to enter PIN code on new device
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Photos and videos not fully transferred

**Requested features**

- Ability to selectively transfer data
- Option to transfer app data and settings
- Improved stability and reliability


### Google Assistant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-assistant/id1220976145)

This app assists with daily tasks, offering quick answers, navigation, and communication. It helps manage your day by setting reminders, playing music, and providing weather updates. Your privacy and security are prioritized with accessible controls.

**Highlights:** Send text messages, Set reminders, Play music, Navigate places, Get weather information, Manage privacy controls, Delete activity

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful assistant
- 🚀 Responsive voice recognition
- 🎉 Fun and engaging
- 🔍 Accurate information lookup
- 🤖 Better than Siri

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 💤 Slow and unresponsive
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🤔 Confusing interface
- 🚫 Limited functionality on iOS

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to connect to Bluetooth devices
- Inconsistent voice command recognition
- Reminders and notifications not working
- Blank screens and crashes
- Issues with syncing across devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to edit reminders and lists
- Better integration with Apple devices
- More customization options
- Support for additional languages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Copy My Data free?

Copy My Data is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Google Assistant free?

Google Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Copy My Data or Google Assistant?

Google Assistant is rated higher. Copy My Data averages 4.5 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Google Assistant averages 4.7 from 67K ratings.

### Do Copy My Data or Google Assistant have ads?

Both Copy My Data and Google Assistant show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Copy My Data or Google Assistant?

Copy My Data ships an update every 10 days, and Google Assistant every 2 months. Most recently, Copy My Data was updated on October 16, 2026 and Google Assistant on October 17, 2026.

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