Comparison

Bandbreite vs 9

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

Head to head
About

Bandbreite

Explore and collect official watch bands with detailed specs, images, and curated collections. Track your collection, wishlist, and wearing habits with insightful statistics. Stay updated with new releases and connect with a community of enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Browse official band catalog
  • Build and manage collections
  • Track wishlists and trades
  • View band stats and insights
  • Log band usage and rest days
  • Discover curated band collections
  • Receive over-the-air updates
Features
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Browse the full catalogue of official bands, build your collection, and stay inspired by stats, insights, curated collections, and the community. Whether you’re a pro, a beginner, or curious about every official watch band ever released, Bandbreite gives you the tools to explore, collect, and stay inspired. * Bands. All bands. :: Since 2015, Bandbreite has catalogued every official watch band ever released. With over 1,000 bands organized by style, color, or release date, it’s never been easier to explore more than 10 years of watch bands. You can browse detailed specs, swipe through image galleries, and discover the bands that fit you and your style best. * Collection, Wishlist, and more. :: Add bands to your collection or wishlist — or mark them as in transit or up for trade. Bandbreite helps you track everything you own and everything you might have your eye on. There’s always that one band missing, right? Our curated collections show band groups like "Adventure awaits", or "Made in Switzerland", and can be used to get informed, inspired, or to see which bands fit well together. Once a band joins your collection, add details like purchase date, price, and notes. * Stats & Insights. :: Discover your collecting and wearing habits with statistics and charts on your favorite styles and colors, most-worn bands, and more. All insights are generated right on your device — privacy built in. * Logbook. :: Log the bands you’re wearing! Keep track of which bands are being worn the most, and which are used the least and might need more of your attention. A simple tool that emphasises your favorites and helps you understand your collection and your habits a bit more. It’s also fun! Additionally, you can also track days with third-party bands, or even mark a rest day when your watch stays on the charger. A timeline view shows when you've logged a band over the years. * Always Up to Date. :: Bandbreite's database is updated over-the-air with every new band release. We work closely with the community to keep it accurate and helpful. "This app really wouldn’t be the same in anyone else’s hands." We promise to live up to one of our favorite reviews. * All features are free to explore and use. To manage collections with more than five (5) bands, a one-time upgrade to Bandbreite Pro unlocks your unlimited collection. No subscriptions. Do you have questions, feedback, or a bug to report? We’d love to hear from you. You’ll find contact details in the app’s settings, or join us on Discord. Built entirely in SwiftUI. Requires iOS 18 or later, but iOS 26 or later is recommended for the best experience.

About

9

This app commemorates significant tech moments, particularly Apple's iconic product announcements. It allows users to explore a timeline of these events, receive reminders on anniversary dates, and share their favorite tech memories with others.

Highlights
  • Commemorates tech moments
  • Explores product announcement timeline
  • Anniversary day reminders
  • Community sharing of tech memories
  • Focuses on Apple's iconic releases
Features
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Remember the moment. Whether you’re a lifelong Apple fan or a new enthusiast, 9:41 helps you celebrate the legendary moments that shaped the tech world. Named after the time displayed during Apple’s keynote reveals, 9:41 is your commemorative companion. Explore a timeline of Apple’s iconic product announcements, look on anniversary days, and share your favorite Apple moments with the community. Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bandbreite4 screens
94 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bandbreite at 84% against 9's 40%. Bandbreite also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (689 vs 26). 9's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). 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. Bandbreite sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and 9 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bandbreite holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bandbreite has 689 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Bandbreite's written reviews are positive against 40% of 9's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bandbreite ships an update every 5 weeks, 9 weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Bandbreite versus 9: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBandbreite9
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (689 ratings) — better3.5 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings689 — better26
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilip ChudzinskiBaptiste DAJON

Customer experience

Bandbreite

All ratings688 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral0.6%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews219 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.7%
Negative12.8%

9

All ratings26 ratings
Positive57.7%
Neutral11.5%
Negative30.8%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

Bandbreite

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Collection data loss after update
  • Logbook performance issues
  • Back button not working consistently
  • App icon customization not functioning

Requested features

8 requests
  • Ability to add third-party bands
  • Comparison tool for similar bands
  • Rarity/value indicators for bands
  • Manual sorting for wishlists
  • Barcode scanning support
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  • Persistent light mode option
  • Multiple collections (e.g. by watch size)
  • Ability to log band usage for future dates

9

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bandbreite

One-time4
  • An awesome tip$2.49
  • An incredible tip$3.99
  • Bandbreite Pro$8.49
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  • An outstanding tip$8.99
3 purchases

9

Subscriptions1
  • Fanboy$0.991 Month
One-time2
  • Tip$0.99
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is Bandbreite free?
Bandbreite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 9 free?
9 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bandbreite or 9?
Bandbreite is rated higher. Bandbreite averages 4.9 out of 5 from 689 ratings, while 9 averages 3.5 from 26 ratings.
Do Bandbreite or 9 have ads?
Neither Bandbreite nor 9 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bandbreite or 9?
Bandbreite ships an update every 5 weeks, and 9 weekly. Most recently, Bandbreite was updated on October 25, 2026 and 9 on October 25, 2026.

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