Comparison

Tierux vs Apphud

Apphud earned developer trust by open-sourcing its iOS receipt-validation SDKs — a rare move that appeals to teams who want to audit every line touching App Store receipts. Tierux brings a different proposition: hand the entire store-setup workflow to an AI agent via MCP, put Android on par with iOS instead of treating it as a secondary target, and pay a flat fee that doesn't drift upward as subscriber revenue grows. Here's the honest breakdown — including where Apphud is ahead.

CapabilityTieruxApphud
Agent-run store setupGoogle Cloud service account + APIs automated; Apple = Bundle ID + one manual notification-URL stepManual setup
Android-native depthCore focusSupported, iOS-first
iOS / App Store verificationYes, with limitations (Swift SDK + server verifier; less production-hardened than our Play path)Yes, mature
Server-side verificationStore-verified on our servers, zero-trust clientYes
Pricing modelFlat $39/mo up to 1,000 subscribersRevenue-share based
Remote paywall configYesYes
Win-back / cancellation offersGoogle Play — yes; App Store — not yetYes
Open-source SDKsAndroid + iOS source availableOpen-source SDKs
Paywall A/B testing & experimentsNot yetYes
Scale & tractionPre-launch — we're honest about our stageProven

Comparison reflects Tierux's shipped capabilities and Apphud's publicly documented platform. We don't claim parity on maturity — Apphud has been at this longer.

Apphud fits naturally with indie iOS developers and small App Store-focused teams who want receipt validation they can inspect. The open-source approach is genuinely valuable for those prioritizing transparency. The trade-off surfaces when Android enters the picture — Apphud treats it as a secondary concern, while Tierux builds for both stores from the ground up with a native Kotlin SDK that mirrors the iOS Swift source.

When to choose which

Choose Tierux if…

A native Kotlin Android SDK and deep Google Play Billing integration matter to your roadmap — not just "Android is also supported"; you'd rather delegate store provisioning to an MCP agent than click through Google Play Console and App Store Connect manually; flat pricing that stays at $39/mo as you scale beats a revenue-share model on the bottom line; and you're Google Play-first, with App Store support shipping today too.

Choose Apphud if…

You're predominantly an iOS shop, open-source SDKs give you confidence in verification integrity, and you want a platform with years of proven App Store receipt-validation maturity — with Android as a secondary consideration you can revisit later.

Frequently asked questions
How does Tierux compare to Apphud?
Tierux is an AI-agent-native, MCP-driven subscription platform with flat pricing and Android-native depth. Apphud is an iOS-first receipt validation platform with open-source SDKs and secondary Android support. Tierux replaces manual setup with automated agent workflows and brings deeper Android support.
Does Apphud support Android well?
Apphud supports Android but is iOS-first — Android is a secondary platform. Tierux treats Android as a core focus with a native Kotlin SDK and deep Google Play Billing integration alongside iOS support.
What is Tierux's pricing compared to Apphud?
Tierux charges a flat $39/mo for up to 1,000 subscribers, then +$30/1,000. Apphud's pricing is revenue-share based. Tierux's flat pricing means your effective rate falls as you grow, unlike percentage-based models.
Can an AI agent set up Tierux?
Yes. Tierux's MCP server lets your AI agent automate store setup — Google Cloud service accounts, APIs, products, and paywalls — in one prompt. Apphud requires manual setup across both Google Play and Apple consoles.

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