Comparison

BCT vs PackBuddy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BCT

Features
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About

PackBuddy

Features
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Do you start from scratch every time you pack and always forget something? PackBuddy ends the packing stress. Your trip preparation will be fast and easy. Whether you are going on a mountain hike, snowboarding, or a sunny holiday, this app has your back. The app remembers everything you packed for previous trips. When you create a new list, it automatically offers a list of your most frequently packed items. If you add your destination and travel dates, PackBuddy will check the weather forecast and suggest essential gear - like an umbrella for rain or sunscreen for a hot day. Key features: Create a packing list in seconds. History suggestions - the app remembers what you packed before and gives you quick suggestions. Destination weather forecast integration. Smart weather-based item suggestions to keep you prepared. Easy checking off for packed items. Archive of past trips to quickly copy old lists. Beautiful light and dark modes. Premium features: Unlimited active packing lists for all your trips. Real-time list sharing - invite family or friends (you will see their email addresses on the list) and pack together. Full access to advanced weather suggestions with no limits. Built by an indie developer out of passion for travel. Made for everyone - from solo backpackers to families going on vacation. I built this to use on my own trips! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BCT3 screens
PackBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BCT at none against PackBuddy's 3. BCT also leads on device support (3 vs 1). PackBuddy's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PackBuddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BCT asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BCT ships an update every 2 months, PackBuddy every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
BCT versus PackBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBCTPackBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRadoslaw RapiorMariusz Uzieblo

In-app purchases

None

BCT

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

PackBuddy

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99

Questions

Is BCT free?
BCT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PackBuddy free?
PackBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BCT or PackBuddy have ads?
Neither BCT nor PackBuddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BCT or PackBuddy?
BCT ships an update every 2 months, and PackBuddy every 6 days. Most recently, BCT was updated on October 12, 2026 and PackBuddy on October 10, 2026.

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