JAM Card vs Pints n Paws
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JAM Card
This app provides a discreet way to communicate the need for extra patience and support in various social situations. It helps overcome communication barriers by allowing users to quickly display a message indicating they need 'Just A Minute'. It's recognized as a tool for accessibility and inclusion, particularly for individuals with invisible disabilities.
- One-tap card display
- Customizable messages
- Find friendly locations
- Rate and review experiences
- Provide app feedback
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The JAM Card App is FREE, it’s an easy and discreet way to let others know that you need ‘Just A Minute’ of patience and support. It’s a simple but brilliant concept for overcoming communication barriers – ‘You show it. They know it’ Show your JAM Card with one tap when you need a little extra time and help while shopping, in restaurants and hotels, on public transport and in the workplace and discover how it takes the stress out of social situations. Major global brands are among thousands of JAM-Card friendly businesses worldwide, with staff trained to immediately recognise your card and provide assistance. Recognised as a leading accessibility and inclusion tool, JAM Card has proved so successful it is now the go-to choice for people with an invisible disability or condition, including a learning disability, autism, ADHD and many more. Our App is just as easy-to-use and discreet as the JAM Card – plus it’s packed with many more fantastic features. Scroll to explore what it offers you… * Quick and easy to download * Show your JAM Card with one click * Choose a message that suits your needs * Find places to visit * Rate and review your experiences * Help improve services for people like you * Give App feedback and improve services
Pints n Paws
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Pints n Paws - Dog-Friendly Places UK & Ireland Find dog-friendly pubs, cafes, restaurants, hotels and more across the UK and Ireland in seconds. Pints n Paws helps you discover over 13,000 verified dog-friendly locations, so you never have to guess where your dog is welcome again. Whether you are planning a weekend away, a day trip, or just a local coffee stop, everything you need is in one place. NEW: Plan Your Perfect Dog-Friendly Day Choose any location on the map, set how far you are willing to travel and select the types of places you would like to visit. Pints n Paws will automatically create a personalised dog-friendly plan based on your choices. Your plans are automatically saved and can be accessed at any time, making it easy to plan ahead for days out, weekends away or visits to somewhere new. Discover Dog-Friendly Venues Search bars, cafes, restaurants, accommodation and more. Each listing clearly shows dog access details so you can plan with confidence. Interactive Map & Nearby Search Quickly find dog-friendly places near your current location or search anywhere in the UK or Ireland. Real Reviews from Dog Owners Read genuine feedback from fellow dog lovers before you visit. Save Favourites Build your own personal list of trusted dog-friendly spots. Earn Rewards Leave reviews, explore new venues and earn in-app rewards as you go. With thousands of locations already listed and new venues added regularly, Pints n Paws is one of the most comprehensive dog-friendly directories available. Download Pints n Paws today and make every outing dog-friendly. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JAM Card at none against Pints n Paws's 4. Pints n Paws's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Pints n Paws sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. JAM Card asks for nothing beyond the download.
JAM Card ships an update fortnightly, Pints n Paws every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JAM Card | Pints n Paws |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 217 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | NOW Group | Michael Walker |
In-app purchases
JAM Card
No in-app purchases
Pints n Paws
- Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Pro - Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Featured (30 Days)$9.99
- Featured (365 Days)$79.99
Questions
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