Kihz vs Powerly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kihz
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Kihz gives you access to information of your child's day. In the News Feed you can view relevant diaries, bulletins, activities, and current images and videos. It is also possible to reply to invitations, activities, conferences and much more. For a better overview of it all, access the App's own Calendar. In the Calendar you can easily access all relevant events sorted by day, week or month. Some more features are: - Gallery with images and videos of your child. - Communicate with your child's daycare centre. - Maintain your contact information. - Add profile images of yourself and your child. - Send playdate invitations to other families. - Register holiday and sick days. - Log in with touch/ face ID. - Check your child in and out of the institution.
Powerly
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Powerly is a mental well-being app designed specifically for moms-to-be and new mothers, helping you navigate the journey of motherhood. Developed by experts at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, Powerly combines scientifically proven, evidence-based techniques—including reappraisal, mental imagery, gratitude, mindfulness, self-efficacy, and behavioral activation—to boost resilience, reduce stress, and support a strong bond with your baby. Being tested in rigorous clinical trials, Powerly provides personalized tools tailored to your unique needs. Please note that Powerly is currently available exclusively to study participants at the University of Zurich. Study participants have access to the app for a four-week period to explore its features and offer valuable feedback. Thank you for your interest, and stay tuned for updates on future availability! Medical Disclaimer This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because you are using this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kihz at every 6 weeks against Powerly's every 4 months. Kihz also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Kihz ships an update every 6 weeks, Powerly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kihz | Powerly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Kinderbetreuung im Hochschulraum Zurich (kihz) | Przemyslaw Kuzia |
In-app purchases
Kihz
No in-app purchases
Powerly
No in-app purchases








