Birdie vs Elev
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Birdie
This app connects families with thoroughly vetted and trained babysitters. It offers a convenient way to find trustworthy childcare for parents seeking a much-needed break.
- On-demand childcare booking
- 7-step sitter screening process
- CPR/Choking training for sitters
- 5-STAR rated sitters
- Available in major Canadian cities
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The Best in Babysitting - you want the best for your family, and we do too. We are a female-led company, passionate about maintaining the highest standards for childcare. Our convenient app has serviced 40,000+ successful hours of 'Birdie Breaks' across Canada since 2017 (currently available in Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, and Banff/Canmore) Birdie Babysitters // Vetted through 7 step screening + training process: 1. Social Media Scan 2. Interview with Recruiters (formerly "Birdie Super Sitters" with superb standards) 3. ID Verification (CERTN.co) 4. Online Database SoftCheck (CERTN.co) 5. Enhanced Criminal Background Check (CERTN.co) 6. CPR/Choking Training 7. Birdie Sitter School Graduation Birdie Break Babysitters are all 5-STAR sitters (loving, trustworthy, reliable), committed to make a difference in families lives. What parents are saying: “Praise was fantastic! My boys warmed up to her once I left. She’s so friendly and kind. My toddler had a blast playing with her and she was able to ease the stress of my 10 month old (separation anxiety). For sure I’ll be using Birdie Break again, and hope that Praise will be available. Thank you very much! ” — Megan L (Mom of 2 Littles) “Thank you! Jessica was nothing short of great - we were very impressed. The kids really liked her and we will definitely be using her again in the near future. I referred you guys to three other parents last night at our event.” — Celine J, (Mom of 3 Littles) “This really is a great service. We rarely go out because it is so hard to find (and trust) sitters.” — Pam G, (Mom of 3 Littles) Please visit our website for more info www.birdiebreak.com. Enjoy your Birdie Break! Cressida & Melanie Birdie Founders Birdie Break Inc. hello@birdiebreak.com
Elev
Find and secure off-campus student housing with ease. This app simplifies the rental process from viewing to lease signing and rent payment, helping you focus on your studies and personal growth.
- Student rental matching
- Easy viewing scheduling
- One-time profile application
- Direct host chat
- Digital lease signing
- Flexible rent payments
- Autopay for rent
- Maintenance request tracking
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Elev simplifies renting, so you can focus on learning, exploring, and growing. Matched to Your Needs - Elev connects you with the ideal off-campus rentals that suit your needs. Whether it's commute time or personal preferences, we've got you covered. Viewing Made Easy - Set up a viewing without the back-and-forth. We've made it simple, so you can focus on what matters: finding your place. Quick Applications - Create a profile once, then apply with ease. No repetitive forms, just seamless applications to multiple homes. Chat with Hosts - Questions? Just ask. Send personalized messages to hosts for availability and details. We're all about connections. Digital Lease Signing - Sign a simple, straightforward lease within the app, with full confidence. It's your journey to independence, and we're here to guide you. Flexible Rent Payment - Rent, bills, and more – pay directly from your bank account or credit card. Build your credit score and take charge of your finances. Autopay - automatic rent payment. We handle it, so you don't have to. Try it by enabling it in your settings. Effortless Maintenance Requests - Something needs fixing? Send a request and track its status. With Elev, your home is taken care of.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Elev at 3.0 against Birdie's 2.3. Elev also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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.
Elev holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 76% and 75% positive.
Birdie ships an update every 2 months, Elev every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Birdie | Elev |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (3 ratings) | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.8% of reviews — better | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Birdie Break Inc. | Elev Homes Inc. |
Customer experience
Birdie
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In-app purchases
Birdie
No in-app purchases
Elev
No in-app purchases









