HanDBase for iPad

I’ve used this app on my various iPads for years but when I bought an iPad Pro last year, and restored my apps to it, I discovered that this app cannot be synced with a Mac because it does not ask to access the local network, so it says there’s no Wi-Fi. The iPhone version works but the “zoomed” interface is terrible.

UPDATE: Last night I searched the net, and a lot of ppl are having the same issue with this app. So I called Apple Canada today and explained the issue with the app. They washed their hands saying it is passed 60 days, no refund. I said I wanted to speak to someone about how Apple chooses the developers who can sell apps on the app store. I said it is unfair that people pay good money for apps that are bug ridden. The guy hung up on me and I was not being rude. ORIGINAL POST What a waste of money. It seems every time there is an app update handbase crashes when you try to select a database. 3 times I have lost my information and had to redo everything. I contacted the developer and they are non-responsive. This developer should be pulled off the App Store. Apple is no help either. Buyer beware...

A useful app that I've depended on for years. Recently had a problem with crashes that rendered all my data on the iPad totally inaccessible. Fortunately was able to transfer data to my iPhone. Otherwise I would have lost years and years of accumulated data. Still trying to get the app operational on the iPad again but email support response in almost nonexistent. Very disappointed!

Don't spend your money for this. Keep using Your spreadsheet to simulate a DB.

It would be great if we could sync through Dropbox or iCloud.

It appears to be a useful software but its UI is tedious, difficult to use, really Stone Age. It does not make use of IPAD capabilities. And, it lacks some badly needed features: 1) Ability to import & export records / data in CSV & XML formats across IPads, 2) Ability to create custom reports in desired format 3) Ability to save the database on Cloud 4) Some essential fields/ controls such as audio, slider, stepper 5) Better UI, something similar to Bento for IPAD I will appreciate if these requested features are added to Handbase ............................................ I have repeatedly requested for these badly missing features, but no one is properly responding. HanDbase has strong relational capabilities. But otherwise, it has already lost to Bento database for IPad platform. I cannot share data via CSV format both for import & export, on IPAD platform. HanDbase guys tell me to use a PC instead, which is the worst idea. HanDbase has its roots in DOS of olden PC days. I need a database that can use IPAD capabilities like Bento for IPAD. Conclusion is, do not waste money on this software app. Its DOS based Form Designer makes no sense on IPAD. Company wants to make money by keeping all the platforms. They are afraid of developing universal app that works on IPAD, IPhone or PC as standalone app. HanDbase may die away with time or continue to exist as proof of concept, Stone Age database. What a shame! Alternative: Bento for Ipad, Tap Forms

Number of views in database is limited to 20 including default view.

Fantastic App. I am far from being a programmer, but HanDBase makes me look like I know what I'm doing. This App turns the iPad into an even more powerful business tool than you could ever imagine. It is easy to work with, fast to set up customized business forms. In our case, a comprehensive Flight Plan program for aviation. It doesn't get any better than this.

I found this product very limited in what it can do and genuinely regret this purchase, especially for the 10$ price. My expectations where significantly higher on field and table manipulation. I can't recommend an alternative at this point, but I'll need to keep looking because this product isn't it ! If I could, I would sell my license for half price. Anyone interested ? :-)

This application is simply awesome. I have used the previous version on my old Palm TX and switched all of my databases over to my iPhone and iPad. If you are looking for a hugely customizable database, then this is it. I searched for alternatives but nothing comes close to this app. Also, the developer support is simply great. Still hoping (and wishing) for a quick search option that allows you to search "all" fields rather than having to go into search menu. That is pretty much my only gripe.