Dropshare vs Maker Inventory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dropshare
Easily upload and share files, photos, and videos from your iOS device. Connect to your preferred cloud storage or server to generate instant download links. Customize your sharing experience with custom domains and download pages.
- Upload files, photos, videos
- Generate instant download links
- Supports own server, S3, and cloud services
- Custom domains and URL shorteners
- Customizable download pages
- iCloud sync across devices
- Shortcuts automation
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Dropshare makes it easy to upload and share files from your iPhone or iPad using storage you already trust. Upload files, photos, videos, and more, then instantly get a download link you can share anywhere. Whether you want to use your own server, S3-compatible storage, or popular cloud services, Dropshare gives you a faster and more flexible file sharing workflow on iOS. Why Dropshare: • Share files quickly via download URL • Upload from Photos, Files, or the Share Extension • Upload one file, multiple files, or ZIP archives • Sync upload history across iPhone, iPad, and Mac with iCloud • Use custom domains and supported URL shorteners • Create custom download pages matching your personal or professional identity • Supports Shortcuts for faster automation Supported storage providers include cloud, file, image, and protocol-based services such as: Cloud Storage: • Amazon S3 • S3 API-compatible services (including OpenStack Swift, DreamObjects, and more) • Backblaze B2 • Rackspace Cloud Files • Filebase • Scaleway Object Storage • Linode Object Storage • Microsoft Azure Blob Storage • IDrive e2 • MinIO • Alibaba Object Storage • Bunny Storage • Contabo Object Storage • DigitalOcean Spaces • Google Cloud Storage • Hetzner Object Storage • MEGA Object Storage File Storage: • Google Drive • Box • Dropbox • OneDrive • pCloud • Nextcloud • Horizon • Zoho WorkDrive • Koofr • kDrive • Fastmail Files Image Storage: • Flickr • ImgBB • Imgur • vgy.me • Lensdump Protocol Services: • SCP over SSH • FTP / FTPS • SFTP • WebDAV Dropshare also supports URL shorteners including Rebrandly, Bitly, short.io, and more. dsh.re is the built-in shortener and also supports custom domains. Technical notes: • SCP, FTP / FTPS, SFTP, and WebDAV require a working server account. Password or SSH key authentication may be required. • S3 API-compatible services such as OpenStack Swift and DreamObjects are supported. See the User Guide for setup details. • Google Drive, Box, Dropbox, OneDrive, pCloud, Nextcloud, Koofr, Horizon, Fastmail Files, and kDrive require an account with the respective provider. • Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Rackspace Cloud Files, Scaleway Object Storage, Linode Object Storage, Microsoft Azure Blob Storage, Alibaba Object Storage, Bunny Storage, Contabo Object Storage, DigitalOcean Spaces, Google Cloud Storage, Hetzner Object Storage, MEGA Object Storage, and MinIO may require a paid plan depending on the provider. End User License Agreement: https://dropshare.app/eula/
Maker Inventory
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Maker Inventory is a powerful, offline-first inventory management app built specifically for makers, hobbyists, engineers, and small workshops. Whether you're managing electronics, fasteners, 3D printed parts, hardware, or project components, Maker Inventory keeps everything structured, searchable, and instantly accessible. No more digging through drawers or buying parts twice. Core Features -Smart Inventory Management Create and manage unlimited parts (Pro) (25 item limit on free version) Track stock levels with live quantity updates Add photos, notes, categories, and colour tags Organise items by storage locations (boxes, trays, sections) -Location Hierarchy Build structured storage systems (Box → Tray → Section) Quickly see exactly where parts are stored Assign QR codes to locations for rapid access -Barcode & QR Code Workflows Scan barcodes to find parts instantly Create new items from unknown codes Assign QR codes to items and storage locations Speed up stock adjustments and retrieval -Stock Movement Tracking Track stock changes with full history Add or remove quantities with clear movement logs Understand usage over time -Project Support Assign parts to projects Track required vs used quantities See if you have enough stock before starting a build -Photo Support Add images to items for visual identification Perfect for printed parts and similar-looking components -Workspaces & Shared Workspaces Organise separate inventories for different projects, teams, or locations Invite others to collaborate with you in a Shared Workspace Anyone you invite can join for free — no subscription required on their end Switch between workspaces instantly -Pro Version (Optional Subscription) Unlimited inventory items Cloud sync across devices Full access to Maker Inventory on the web at maker-inventory.com, fully in sync with your mobile app Priority feature updates Built for Makers Maker Inventory is designed around real workshop workflows — not generic warehouse systems. It's lightweight, fast, and works fully offline so your data is always accessible, even without internet access. Perfect for: Electronics builders 3D printing enthusiasts DIY hobbyists Model makers Small fabrication workshops Repair specialists Privacy First Your inventory data stays on your device. Optional cloud sync (Pro) uses secure authentication and encrypted services. Stop wasting time searching for parts. Start building. Maker Inventory Terms of Use: https://epocstech.co.uk/terms-conditions Apple Standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Maker Inventory at 13.0 against Dropshare's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Dropshare sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Maker Inventory sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Dropshare ships an update monthly, Maker Inventory every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dropshare | Maker Inventory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (65 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 65 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 126 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Timo Josten | Simon Cope |
In-app purchases
Dropshare
- Pro (monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Pro (yearly)7 Days trial$8.991 Year
- Pro (Lifetime)2 variants$17.99
- Dropshare Pro (Lifetime)$17.99
Maker Inventory
- Maker Inventory Pro - Monthly Promo$1.991 Month
- Maker Inventory Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
- Pro - Lifetime (Founder)$79.99
- Pro - Lifetime$129.00
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