# BIZWATCH: Business Tracker — Keep a Pulse on Main Street

> Track local business status, discover new places, and stay informed about your community. (iPhone/iPad app by Joseph Squillaro.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bizwatch-business-tracker/id1542524575 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joseph Squillaro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540798288)
- Category: Reference, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bizwatch-business-tracker/id1542524575/reviews.md

## What is BIZWATCH?

[DASHBOARD]
Stay up to date with the latest analysis of the businesses that you are tracking. Stay informed, with confidence, in viewing real-time data that matters to you. BIZWATCH helps you find more businesses that need your patronage by featuring other locations based on your previous searches and preferences, empowering you to continue to support your community!

[SEARCH]
Powered by Yelp’s extensive business database, search your favorite businesses by a variety of criteria such as a business’ name, category and location. To get an even more personalized experience, search by your current location and get a list of businesses to support. See your search results either via a list or on a map to get an idea of what businesses are around you.

[WATCH]
Favorite a business to have BIZWATCH monitor it for status updates on a regular basis, such as whether it is currently open or has permanently closed. See a running list of all of your businesses to keep up-to-date on what is happening in the communities around you. If a business does close, BIZWATCH will update the business’ listing in your Watch List and immediately inform you of the status change. Order your favorites by dragging and dropping a business within each list!

[INFORMATION]
Tap any business to get detailed and in-depth information like its street address, rating, price and more. With the phone number made available to you, you will have easy access to reach out to the business and ask how you can support them during these difficult times.

[HOME SCREEN WIDGETS]
Stay connected to local businesses even outside the app! Want to see your business statistics quickly? Enable the Business Tracker widget, which comes in two different sizes, to see what is open and what is closed right when you open your phone! How about seeing curated featured business suggestions based on your previous searches and preferences? Enable the Featured Business widget and always have a new business to visit. Tap either of the widgets to easily launch the app and get more information!

[GO PREMIUM!]
Upgrade to BIZWATCH Premium to not only support small businesses, but also to get access to enhanced features:

– Watch an unlimited amount of businesses instead of the limit of 5

– Get up-to-date “Closure Notifications” to instantly notify you the second a business closure occurs, letting you stay on top of what is happening in your community

– Enable the “Manual Watch List Refresh” feature in your Watch List to receive on-demand updates when you want them most

– Receive lifetime access to all planned Premium feature upgrades including additional data visualizations, dedicated business donation features and much MORE coming soon!

*Developer Note: If you have purchased BIZWATCH Premium but have deleted and reinstalled the app, be sure to press the “Restore Purchases” button on the top right of the BIZWATCH Premium settings page to regain access to all premium features.*

[MAKE A DIFFERENCE]
By using BIZWATCH, you are making a difference in your community by keeping a pulse on what is happening with your local businesses. From watching your favorite businesses to providing ways to support them, this app helps bridge the gap between you and Main Street. Download BIZWATCH today and join us in making a difference for a better tomorrow!

## Key features

- Real-time business status updates
- Yelp-powered business search
- Map and list view of businesses
- Favorite businesses for monitoring
- Detailed business information
- Home screen widgets for quick access
- Closure notifications

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BIZWATCH Premium | $3.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Beans | $0.99 | one-time |
| Regular Cup O' Joe | $1.99 | one-time |
| Espresso Shot | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cold Brew | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gourmet Latte | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bizwatch-business-tracker/id1542524575/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Review

*2021-04-27, version 1.1.0*

This App is great for checking on restaurants 5 stars

## Frequently asked questions about BIZWATCH

### What is BIZWATCH?

BIZWATCH is a reference app that helps you track local businesses, discover new ones, and receive real-time updates on their status, such as whether they are open or have closed.

### How does BIZWATCH help me find businesses?

BIZWATCH uses Yelp's database to let you search for businesses by name, category, or location. It also suggests featured businesses based on your past searches and preferences.

### Can I get notified if a business closes?

Yes, with BIZWATCH Premium, you can receive instant 'Closure Notifications' the moment a business closure occurs, allowing you to stay informed about your community.

### What are the limitations of the free version of BIZWATCH?

The free version of BIZWATCH allows you to watch a limited number of businesses, specifically up to 5. Premium offers unlimited business watching.

### Does BIZWATCH have ads?

The provided data does not specify if BIZWATCH contains advertisements. However, it does offer a premium upgrade for enhanced features.

### What devices is BIZWATCH available on?

BIZWATCH is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

### How often is BIZWATCH updated?

BIZWATCH was last updated on August 7, 2022, with version 1.4.0. This suggests a moderate update frequency.

### What is the user rating for BIZWATCH?

BIZWATCH has a user rating of 3.7 stars based on 3 ratings. This indicates a generally positive but mixed user reception.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.4.0 — 2022-08-07

- New Featured Business Widget: Receive curated featured business suggestions based on your previous searches and preferences! To enable this widget, hold down on your Home Screen, press the "+" button in the top left corner, and search for BIZWATCH.

- Bug fixes and performance optimizations.

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