# Nixplay vs Aura Frames

The clearest difference is rating: Aura Frames at 4.8 against Nixplay's 4.1. Aura Frames also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 16) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nixplay sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Aura Frames asks for nothing beyond the download.

Aura Frames holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aura Frames has 27K ratings behind it against 5.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Nixplay's written reviews are positive against 62% of Aura Frames's.

Nixplay ships an update every 3 weeks, Aura Frames every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nixplay | Aura Frames |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nixplay/id977559373/reviews) | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aura-frames/id990062908/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5.1K | **27K** |
| Positive reviews | 47.0% of reviews | **62.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #92 | **#61** |
| Size | 132 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [nixplay](https://appshunter.io/developer/840014167) | [Aura Home, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/909140012) |

## What reviewers say

### Nixplay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nixplay/id977559373)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Easily share photos and short videos with loved ones by sending them directly to a connected Wi-Fi Cloud Frame. This app allows for sending and receiving media, adding captions, and inviting others to contribute to shared frames.

**Highlights:** Send photos and video to frames, Receive photos and video from others, Caption photos and comment on media, Share up to 15 seconds of video, Invite friends to share, Use app as a remote control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nixplay Plus Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Nixplay Lite Quarterly Plan | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Nixplay Plus Quarterly Plan | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Nixplay Lite Annual Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Lite Annual Plan 2023 | $19.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual 7D Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus v2 | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual v2 7DTrial | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual v2 20% off | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual 50% off | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual v2 10% off | $29.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual 30D Trial | $49.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual 14D Trial | $49.99 | per year |
| Nixplay Plus Annual 75% off | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 Excellent customer support
- 🎨 Great photo display quality
- 🤳 Easy to share photos with family
- 🕰️ Convenient automatic photo updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🤯 Confusing app interface and navigation
- 🐛 Buggy app performance and connectivity issues
- 🙅‍♀️ Limited photo/video upload capabilities

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to upload photos
- Inability to delete or rearrange photos in playlists
- Inconsistent behavior when connecting to WiFi
- Syncing issues between app and photo frame

**Requested features**

- Ability to create and manage multiple playlists
- Option to crop/edit photos within the app
- Improved sharing capabilities beyond 10 users
- Seamless integration with cloud storage services


### Aura Frames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aura-frames/id990062908)

**Currently charting:** #61 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This smart photo frame app simplifies displaying and sharing your cherished memories. Easily preload photos, connect your frame to WiFi, and invite loved ones to contribute their own pictures and videos. Relive moments together and share meaningful experiences with those closest to you.

**Highlights:** Preload photos and messages as gifts, Quick WiFi frame setup, Invite family to share photos, Unlimited photo and video sharing, View family contributions, Scan prints with phone camera

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use app
- 👍 Ability to share photos with family
- 👍 Great quality of photos on frame
- 👍 Convenient way to display family photos
- 👍 Helpful for grandparents to stay connected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 Issues with uploading and displaying photos
- 🐛 Inconsistent WiFi connectivity
- 🐛 Limited customization options for photo display
- 🐛 Buggy software after recent updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to upload photos
- Frame randomly disconnects from WiFi
- Live Photos feature not working as expected
- Inability to delete individual photos from frame
- Inconsistent behavior when changing WiFi networks

**Requested features**

- Add ability to organize photos into albums
- Implement manual photo sorting and ordering
- Allow more control over photo display timing
- Integrate with cloud storage services like OneDrive
- Improve photo positioning and cropping algorithms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nixplay free?

Nixplay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Aura Frames free?

Aura Frames is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Nixplay or Aura Frames?

Aura Frames is rated higher. Nixplay averages 4.1 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Aura Frames averages 4.8 from 27K ratings.

### Do Nixplay or Aura Frames have ads?

Neither Nixplay nor Aura Frames shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nixplay or Aura Frames?

Nixplay ships an update every 3 weeks, and Aura Frames every 5 days. Most recently, Nixplay was updated on September 27, 2026 and Aura Frames on September 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Nixplay or Aura Frames?

Nixplay currently peaks at #92 in the App Store charts, and Aura Frames at #61. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*