# Ember vs Petlibro

The clearest difference is rating: Petlibro at 4.5 against Ember's 3.3. Petlibro also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#70 vs unranked). Ember's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Petlibro sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Ember asks for nothing beyond the download.

Petlibro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.5K and 7.4K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 18% of Ember's written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Ember ships an update every 2 months, Petlibro weekly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ember | Petlibro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (7.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ember-temperature-control/id1147470931/reviews) | **[4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.5K** | 7.4K |
| Positive reviews | **17.7% of reviews** | 12.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#70** |
| Size | 63 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ember Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063861447) | [Designlibro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586120663) |

## What reviewers say

### Ember

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ember-temperature-control/id1147470931)

This app allows you to precisely control the temperature of your hot beverages using a smart mug. Customize presets, receive notifications when your drink reaches the perfect temperature, and explore recipes. Personalize your mug settings for an enhanced drinking experience.

**Highlights:** Precise temperature control, Save temperature presets, Beverage recipes and blogs, Customizable notifications, Manage multiple mugs, Personalize mug settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Keeps drink at perfect temperature
- 🍵 Great for tea and coffee drinkers
- 🎨 Customizable LED light colors
- 🔋 Decent battery life when used properly
- 🤖 Apple Watch app integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Requires frequent charging and docking
- 🔒 Forced account creation and login
- 🔄 Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity
- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent issues
- 🤔 Confusing app UI and controls

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently logs users out
- Mug disconnects from app randomly
- Firmware update process often fails
- App doesn't always detect liquid in mug
- Presets and settings get lost after updates

**Requested features**

- Battery level indicator on main screen
- Improved Apple Watch app functionality
- Wireless charging option
- Ability to lock temperature settings
- Automatic temperature adjustment based on volume


### Petlibro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661)

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #196 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time monitoring, Streamlined feeding schedules, Customizable voice messages, Live video streaming, Cloud video storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Care Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| AI Standard Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Care Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Premium Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Care Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Care Plus Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| AI Premium Yearly | $169.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
- 📊 Detailed feeding logs
- 🎥 Camera and microphone features
- 🔒 Secure device sharing
- 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
- 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
- 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
- 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from devices
- Notifications not working as expected
- Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
- Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
- Integration with smart home systems
- Voice message playback without dispensing food
- Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
- Improved water intake tracking and history


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ember free?

Ember is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Petlibro free?

Petlibro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Ember or Petlibro?

Petlibro is rated higher. Ember averages 3.3 out of 5 from 7.5K ratings, while Petlibro averages 4.5 from 7.4K ratings.

### Do Ember or Petlibro have ads?

Neither Ember nor Petlibro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ember or Petlibro?

Ember ships an update every 2 months, and Petlibro weekly. Most recently, Ember was updated on October 15, 2026 and Petlibro on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*