# AU Library Self Check vs Partiful

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AU Library Self Check at none against Partiful's 5. AU Library Self Check also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Partiful's advantage is chart position (#1 vs unranked) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Partiful sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. AU Library Self Check asks for nothing beyond the download.

AU Library Self Check ships an update fortnightly, Partiful weekly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AU Library Self Check | Partiful |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (278K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **278K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 86.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#1** |
| Size | 356 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Meescan Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1609729285) | [Partiful](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662983537) |

## What reviewers say

### AU Library Self Check

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/au-library-self-check/id1410853649)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Partiful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Lifestyle, #17 Top Free (US App Store)

Create fun, personalized event pages for any occasion, from birthdays to weddings. Invite guests easily with a shareable link, track RSVPs, and share updates and photos. Discover local events and connect with your social circle.

**Highlights:** Create event pages for any occasion, Customize with themes, effects, and posters, Guest interaction with comments and photos, Invite anyone with a shareable link, Track RSVPs in real-time, Share updates via text blast, Discover local events and things to do

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Partiful Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Peek | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On | $4.95 | one-time |
| Premium App Icon | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On (2 Pack) | $9.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Customizable event invites
- 🚀 Streamlined event management
- 👍 Convenient guest list tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with calendar access
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💬 Clunky messaging/communication features
- 🔍 Lack of multi-language support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when editing event date and time
- Non-English keyboard support issues
- Text blast notifications not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add option to RSVP on behalf of guests
- Implement a 'pay later' feature for event costs
- Introduce a polling/voting system for event details
- Allow hosts to respond to 'can't go' comments
- Add support for multiple currencies


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AU Library Self Check free?

AU Library Self Check is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Partiful free?

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

### Do AU Library Self Check or Partiful have ads?

Neither AU Library Self Check nor Partiful shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AU Library Self Check or Partiful?

AU Library Self Check ships an update fortnightly, and Partiful weekly. Most recently, AU Library Self Check was updated on October 28, 2026 and Partiful on October 28, 2026.

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