What it does
AI Cleaner is a comprehensive utility tool designed to help users reclaim storage space on their phones. It uses AI-driven scans to identify and remove various types of clutter, including duplicate and similar photos, large videos, unnecessary screenshots, and redundant contacts. The app also features an email cleaner to manage subscriptions and spam, a media compressor, and a secure 'Secret Space' to hide private files.
Where it shines
AI Cleaner excels at making the mundane task of cleaning a device feel satisfying and productive. The onboarding (00:09) is a great example, using a dynamic carousel with live animations to demonstrate value rather than just listing features. After a successful cleanup, the app celebrates with a playful rocket launch animation (01:24), turning a simple deletion into a rewarding moment. The app also provides a wide range of tools beyond simple photo cleaning, such as a full-featured contact manager (07:18) and even an internet speed test (09:03).
UX highlights
- The app effectively uses animated previews within its onboarding carousel to show exactly what each feature does, such as merging contacts (00:29).
- After a cleaning task is completed, a clear success screen quantifies the results (e.g., 'Free up 233.9 MB'), providing tangible feedback on the value provided (01:27).
- The main dashboard (01:03) organizes clutter into clear, visual categories, making it easy for users to decide where to start cleaning.
- The feedback collection flow is well-timed, prompting for a rating (01:44) immediately after a successful cleaning action, likely capturing users at their happiest moment.
- The 'Secret Space' feature provides a straightforward way to create a secure folder with a passcode (09:39), adding a layer of privacy management.
- Tutorials are embedded throughout the app, such as the guide for setting up charging animations (10:42), which helps users navigate more complex features.
Monetization & growth
The app presents a soft paywall with a 3-day free trial immediately after its onboarding carousel (00:47). This timing is strategic, as it follows a compelling demonstration of the app's value. The paywall itself is simple, highlighting key benefits of the 'Pro' version and featuring a toggle to enable the free trial. After the initial subscription, the app seems to provide full access, as no further paywalls were encountered during the exploration of various features.
Who it’s for
This app is for anyone who frequently struggles with a full phone. It targets users who have large photo and video libraries and may not have the time or patience to manually sort through them. It's also useful for people looking for an all-in-one utility that can manage contacts, clean emails, and provide extra tools like file compression and a private vault, centralizing several phone maintenance tasks into a single application.
Notes & opportunities
The initial app launch includes a third-party ad (00:04), which can feel a bit jarring before the user has even seen the app's interface. While the main cleaning flow is smooth, the sheer number of features presented in the 'General' section could be overwhelming for some users. Prioritizing or grouping these tools based on user needs could make the secondary features more discoverable and less cluttered.