Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. vs BB NYP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Backup Buddy [NOTTS].
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The Backup Buddy Police Support app is for police officers and staff in Nottinghamshire, designed to help with mental health issues. The App covers a range of problems faced by officers and staff in the Police service, such as anxiety, stress, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), depression, eating disorders, self-harm and more. It gives practical advice and support on how officers can maintain good mental health, spot warning signs for themselves and others, plus advice on how to get help for themselves and colleagues. The App also includes officers' own stories which users can relate to, leading to feeling less isolated. There are specific pathways mapped for help and support within Nottinghamshire Police, including 24hr support for officers and staff. General mental health tips are provided, as well as a directory of Useful Contacts and we have a facility to share your story - to help reduce the stigma in others. WARNING The Backup Buddy App reduces mental health stigma! --- This App was developed for Nottinghamshire Police with the support of the Police Federation. --- Backup Buddy is developed, designed and maintained by MissyRedBoots.com. Copyright 2018 - J. Broug & G. Botterill. Backup Buddy is a Trademark of MissyRedBoots.
BB NYP
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The Backup Buddy Police Support app is for police officers and staff, designed to help with mental health issues. The App covers a range of problems faced by officers and staff in the Police service, such as anxiety, stress, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), depression, eating disorders, self-harm, and more. It gives practical advice and support on how officers can maintain good mental health, spot warning signs for themselves and others, plus advice on how to get help for themselves and colleagues. Specific pathways are mapped for help and support, including 24hr support for officers and staff. General mental health tips and a directory of Useful Contacts are provided. WARNING The Backup Buddy App reduces mental health stigma! --- Backup Buddy is developed, designed and maintained by MissyRedBoots.com. Copyright 2022 - JC Broug/Sound Culture Ltd and G.Botterill/Sussex&Surrey Police
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BB NYP at every 3 months against Backup Buddy [NOTTS].'s every 18 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. ships an update every 18 months, BB NYP every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. | BB NYP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Nottinghamshire Police | North Yorkshire Police Apps |
In-app purchases
Backup Buddy [NOTTS].
No in-app purchases
BB NYP
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. free?
Is BB NYP free?
Do Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. or BB NYP have ads?
Which is updated more often, Backup Buddy [NOTTS]. or BB NYP?
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