# AlarmBud vs atvTools

The clearest difference is rating: atvTools at 4.8 against AlarmBud's 3.1. atvTools also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 23 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

AlarmBud costs $0.99 and atvTools $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

atvTools holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: atvTools has 168 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of AlarmBud's written reviews are positive against 69% of atvTools's.

AlarmBud ships an update every 23 months, atvTools every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AlarmBud | atvTools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | [3.1 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmbud/id1552144464/reviews) | **[4.8 (168 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **168** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **69.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #170 | **#16** |
| Size | 12 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stefan Brechter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1552144466) | [Oleksandr Hamlii](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661419575) |

## What reviewers say

### AlarmBud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmbud/id1552144464)

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This utility app allows you to set timers and alarms that play only through your headphones or internal speakers, ensuring no disturbance to others. It's perfect for use in quiet public spaces like libraries or offices, and even works when your device is in Do Not Disturb mode.

**Highlights:** Headphone-only alarms, Up to 24-hour timer, Alarm sound library, White noise option, Background functionality, Dark display mode

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### atvTools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your Android TV devices remotely from your iOS device. Install apps, manage existing ones, transfer files, and even use your phone as a remote. Offers advanced features like shell commands and system monitoring.

**Highlights:** Install apps remotely, Manage TV apps (open, uninstall, disable), File transfer from phone to TV, Remote control and mouse mode, Run shell commands, System monitoring (CPU, RAM, storage), Screenshot and screen recording

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AlarmBud free?

AlarmBud costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is atvTools free?

atvTools costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AlarmBud or atvTools?

atvTools is rated higher. AlarmBud averages 3.1 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while atvTools averages 4.8 from 168 ratings.

### Do AlarmBud or atvTools have ads?

Neither AlarmBud nor atvTools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AlarmBud or atvTools?

AlarmBud ships an update every 23 months, and atvTools every 2 months. Most recently, AlarmBud was updated on September 13, 2026 and atvTools on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, AlarmBud or atvTools?

AlarmBud currently peaks at #170 in the App Store charts, and atvTools at #16. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*