# Gabe's vs pOpshelf

The clearest difference is rating: pOpshelf at 4.8 against Gabe's's 4.2. pOpshelf also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (18K vs 1.6K). Gabe's's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

pOpshelf holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: pOpshelf has 18K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Gabe's's written reviews are positive against 43% of pOpshelf's.

Gabe's ships an update every 2 months, pOpshelf monthly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gabe's | pOpshelf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gabes/id1149934870/reviews) | **[4.8 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popshelf/id6476230259/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K | **18K** |
| Positive reviews | 32.0% of reviews | **42.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Gabriel Brothers, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1421432791) | [Dolgencorp, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1241327688) |

## What reviewers say

### Gabe's

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gabes/id1149934870)

Access your rewards card, coupons, and purchase history. Easily track your points towards rewards and find store locations with hours and directions. Get notified of exclusive deals and new brands.

**Highlights:** Access rewards card, View latest coupons, Track reward points, View purchase history, Find store locations, Get deal notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great prices
- 👍 Affordable clothing
- 👍 Friendly staff
- 👍 Convenient store locations
- 👍 Wide selection of products

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Rewards/coupons not working as expected
- 🐛 Inconsistent app performance
- 🐛 Lack of online shopping functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to log in or create account
- Rewards/coupons not syncing properly
- Server errors when trying to access app

**Requested features**

- Online shopping capability
- Improved rewards program
- More reliable app performance
- Better integration between app and in-store experience


### pOpshelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popshelf/id6476230259)

Discover home decor, toys, and gifts for any occasion. Earn rewards with a loyalty program and track your points. Find nearby stores, check item availability, and even order for in-store pickup.

**Highlights:** Explore latest arrivals, Track loyalty points and rewards, Upload receipts for missing points, Find nearby stores and get directions, Search for items before visiting, Scan item barcodes for details, Order for in-store pickup

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient app
- 💎 Excellent rewards program
- 📦 Showcases in-store inventory
- 🛒 Convenient online ordering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔑 Registration and login issues
- 📱 Scanning and barcode issues
- 🕰️ Slow performance

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to register or create account
- Login and password reset problems
- Perks section not functioning properly
- Inconsistent in-store and app integration

**Requested features**

- Streamline registration process
- Improve scanning and barcode functionality
- Enhance app stability and performance
- Provide better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gabe's free?

Gabe's is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is pOpshelf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gabe's or pOpshelf?

pOpshelf is rated higher. Gabe's averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while pOpshelf averages 4.8 from 18K ratings.

### Do Gabe's or pOpshelf have ads?

Gabe's shows ads; pOpshelf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gabe's or pOpshelf?

Gabe's ships an update every 2 months, and pOpshelf monthly. Most recently, Gabe's was updated on September 25, 2026 and pOpshelf on September 25, 2026.

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