Comparison

G vs PodKino

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

Head to head
About

G

Connect your G-SHOCK watch to your smartphone to access enhanced mobile functions. Manage watch settings, create training plans, and analyze your health and activity data. Receive smartphone notifications directly on your wrist.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth watch connection
  • Time adjustment and setting
  • Create training plans
  • Analyze life log data (steps, heart rate)
  • Analyze activity log data (distance, time)
  • Link with external services (Apple Health, Strava)
Features
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●Description This is the basic application for connecting and communicating with a Bluetooth(R) v4.0 enabled G-SHOCK. Pairing the watch with your smartphone enables use of a variety of different Mobile Link functions that greatly enhance the smartphone experience. The G-SHOCK MOVE app also simplifies certain watch operations by letting you perform them on your phone screen. You can check smartphone notifications (incoming calls, incoming e-mails, etc) on your watch. ●Features of G-SHOCK MOVE app The following functions are available if you paired the G-SHOCK MOVE app with a supported watch. - Time adjustment and setting of the watch - Create Training Plans - Display and analyze life log data such as steps, heart rate*, etc., measured by the watch - Display and analyze activity log data such as distance, time, heart rate*, training effect*, etc., measured by the watch - Linkage (export) with external services such as Apple Health, Strava, etc *Heart rate model only Visit the website below for details. http://world.g-shock.com/

About

PodKino

Record, organize, and secure your voice notes with ease. This app offers instant recording, the ability to attach photos and contacts for context, and biometric protection for privacy. It's designed for creators and storytellers to manage their audio content efficiently.

Highlights
  • Instant recording
  • Attach photos and contacts
  • Face ID lock
  • Effortless organization
  • Secure on-device storage
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Your voice deserves a home. Podkino is the simplest and most secure way to record and organize your voice notes — built for creators, thinkers, and everyday storytellers. - Record Instantly Start a recording with a single tap — no setup, no clutter. - Attach Photos & Contacts Give every voice note context by linking images or people to it. - Lock with Face ID Keep personal recordings private with secure biometric protection. - Organize Effortlessly Rename, sort, and share recordings in seconds. - Coming Soon • AI-powered transcription • Themes & customization • Cloud sync & backup options All your content stays securely on your device — unless you choose to share it. Podkino is more than a voice recorder. It’s your personal audio journal.

Screenshots

G4 screens
PodKino4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PodKino at 76% against G's 17%. PodKino also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). G's advantage is ratings volume (845 vs 246) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PodKino holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 845 and 246 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of G's written reviews are positive against 76% of PodKino's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

G ships an update every 2 months, PodKino every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
G versus PodKino: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPodKino
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (845 ratings)4.7 (246 ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.4% of reviews76.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings845 — better246
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB192 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.Riya Dhar

Customer experience

G

All ratings845 ratings
Positive67.8%
Neutral6.0%
Negative26.2%
Written reviews916 reviews
Positive17.4%
Neutral13.9%
Negative68.8%

PodKino

All ratings235 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative18.4%

Bugs and requests

G

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Unable to log in or create account
  • Inaccurate step/activity tracking
  • Tide data is incorrect
  • Fails to update watch firmware
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  • App not compatible with new devices/OS versions

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add more activity tracking options
  • Improve notification management
  • Add iPhone widget
  • Allow customization of alarms and vibration
  • Improve tide data accuracy
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  • Add external heart rate monitor support
  • Improve data syncing with Apple Health
  • Add sleep tracking

PodKino

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

G

No in-app purchases

None

PodKino

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is G free?
G is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PodKino free?
PodKino is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, G or PodKino?
PodKino is rated higher. G averages 3.8 out of 5 from 845 ratings, while PodKino averages 4.7 from 246 ratings.
Do G or PodKino have ads?
Neither G nor PodKino shows ads.
Which is updated more often, G or PodKino?
G ships an update every 2 months, and PodKino every 3 weeks. Most recently, G was updated on November 5, 2026 and PodKino on November 8, 2026.

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