Kiwix vs iFixit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kiwix
Access a vast library of educational content offline. Download encyclopedias, wikis, and more to browse anytime, anywhere without an internet connection. Save data and access reliable information even in remote areas.
- Offline content access
- Advanced compression technology
- Vast educational content library
- Data saving
- No internet required
- Non-profit and ad-free
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Access the world's knowledge offline with Kiwix! Download free educational content once and browse it anytime, anywhere - no internet connection needed. Kiwix uses advanced compression technology to store vast amounts of content whilst taking minimal space on your device. Whether you're travelling, have limited internet access, or simply want to save on data costs, Kiwix puts reliable information at your fingertips. Need help? Our team is available at info@kiwix.org should you need any clarifications or support. Support us! Kiwix is a non-profit and displays no ads nor collects any data. Feel free to donate here: https://donate.kiwix.org OR use Apple Pay for donations in the app.
iFixit
Access a vast library of repair guides and troubleshooting tools for electronics and appliances. Diagnose issues, find compatible parts, and get step-by-step instructions to fix your devices. Join a community dedicated to repairing rather than replacing.
- Step-by-step repair guides
- Smart troubleshooting and device insights
- Personalized Workbench for parts and guides
- In-app tool and part shopping
- AI repair assistant (FixBot)
- Voice Mode for hands-free guidance
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iFixit brings the world’s repair knowledge into your pocket. Whether you’re fixing your phone, troubleshooting a laptop, or restoring a kitchen appliance, iFixit has everything you need to fix your stuff with confidence. Step-by-step repair guides will make you successful the first time. Each guide is carefully crafted by our expert technicians and our repair community. Diagnose problems faster with smart troubleshooting, battery analytics, and device insights that help you understand how to extend the life of your stuff. Add your things to your personal Workbench and instantly see compatible parts, tools, and replacement guides. Shop the high-quality tools you need for the job directly inside the app. No guesswork, just the right components when you need them. Get personalized support with FixBot, our AI repair assistant. FixBot leverages our huge library of quality resources to help you find the right solution fast. FixBot will even coach you through your repair with hands-free Voice Mode. Share a picture of the issue, and FixBot will take it from there. Join the millions of people who repair instead of replace. Every successful repair saves money, extends the life of your belongings, and helps reduce e-waste. Join the repair revolution.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kiwix at 70% against iFixit's 34%. Kiwix also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). iFixit's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iFixit holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 427 and 231 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of Kiwix's written reviews are positive against 34% of iFixit's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Kiwix ships an update every 2 months, iFixit every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.
| Parameter | Kiwix | iFixit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (427 ratings) | 4.7 (231 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 70.2% of reviews — better | 34.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 427 — better | 231 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #182 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wikimedia CH | iFixit Inc |
Customer experience
Kiwix
iFixit
Bugs and requests
Kiwix
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when searching
- Downloads getting stuck or disappearing
- Formatting issues with some content
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to update/refresh downloaded content
- Improved video support
- Better search and navigation
iFixit
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Kiwix
No in-app purchases
iFixit
No in-app purchases
