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Free vs Pro

Watermelon Backup is free to use and open source. Pro is a one-time purchase for additional convenience features.

Updated September 16, 2026

Free version

The free version can back up with one Node. It is enough to try the core backup flow and keep using a single storage target.

In Drop Mode, free users can send up to 3 items at a time.

On iOS 27 or later, Free also includes five successfully completed backups via Shortcuts. Failed or cancelled runs do not count.

Pro

  • Unlimited Nodes.
  • No per-transfer item limit in Drop Mode.
  • Background Auto-Backup.
  • Unlimited backups via Shortcuts after the free trials.
  • PiP Progress.
  • Focus Mode.
  • Disable the Backup to Computer speed limit.

Purchase model

Pro is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. On a new device, use Restore Purchase to restore the entitlement.

The app is open source, and you can compile it directly in Xcode. The in-app purchase supports continued development and maintenance.

Download Watermelon Backup

Install Watermelon Backup from the App Store to follow this guide on iPhone.

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