# Whisker vs Petlibro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Whisker at 52% against Petlibro's 13%. Whisker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Petlibro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#69 vs unranked). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Petlibro sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whisker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Whisker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Whisker has 144K ratings behind it against 7.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Whisker's written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's.

Whisker ships an update every 3 weeks, Petlibro weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Whisker | Petlibro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (144K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whisker/id1475805212/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **144K** | 7.4K |
| Positive reviews | **51.6% of reviews** | 12.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#69** |
| Size | 174 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Automated Pet Care Products Inc. dba AutoPets](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240404533) | [Designlibro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586120663) |

## What reviewers say

### Whisker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whisker/id1475805212)

Remotely monitor and control your WiFi-enabled pet devices, including litter boxes and feeders. Receive real-time alerts, track usage insights, and manage schedules from anywhere. Enhance your pet care routine with smart technology.

**Highlights:** Real-time alerts for device status, Remote control of device functions, Usage insights and trend tracking, Flexible feeding schedules, Multi-robot management, On-demand pet treat dispensing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient, hassle-free
- 👍 Keeps litter box clean and odor-free
- 💡 Tracks cat usage and weight
- 🚀 Saves time and effort

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent false 'drawer full' notifications
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with app
- 🐛 Sensor malfunctions and interrupted cycles
- 🔋 Drains phone battery with constant notifications

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from litter box
- App fails to properly register litter box
- Litter box gets stuck in cleaning cycle

**Requested features**

- Customizable cleaning cycle settings
- Ability to identify which cat used the litter box
- Improved app stability and responsiveness
- Better integration with smart home devices


### Petlibro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661)

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #164 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time monitoring, Streamlined feeding schedules, Customizable voice messages, Live video streaming, Cloud video storage

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Care Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| AI Standard Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Care Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Premium Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Care Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Care Plus Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| AI Premium Yearly | $169.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
- 📊 Detailed feeding logs
- 🎥 Camera and microphone features
- 🔒 Secure device sharing
- 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
- 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
- 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
- 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from devices
- Notifications not working as expected
- Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
- Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
- Integration with smart home systems
- Voice message playback without dispensing food
- Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
- Improved water intake tracking and history


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Whisker free?

Whisker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Petlibro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Whisker or Petlibro?

Whisker is rated higher. Whisker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 144K ratings, while Petlibro averages 4.5 from 7.4K ratings.

### Do Whisker or Petlibro have ads?

Neither Whisker nor Petlibro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Whisker or Petlibro?

Whisker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Petlibro weekly. Most recently, Whisker was updated on September 25, 2026 and Petlibro on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*