# AlarmBud vs iLocAlert

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iLocAlert at 100% against AlarmBud's 50%. iLocAlert also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.1) and update cadence (daily vs every 23 months). AlarmBud's advantage is ratings volume (20 vs 2) and chart position (#117 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

AlarmBud costs $0.99 and iLocAlert $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

iLocAlert holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AlarmBud has 20 ratings behind it against 2, 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 100% of iLocAlert's.

AlarmBud ships an update every 23 months, iLocAlert daily. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AlarmBud | iLocAlert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [3.1 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarmbud/id1552144464/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilocalert/id6446052815/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 12 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stefan Brechter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1552144466) | [Yann Crausaz](https://appshunter.io/developer/443916781) |

## What reviewers say

### AlarmBud

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

**Currently charting:** #117 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


### iLocAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilocalert/id6446052815)

Never forget important tasks with location-based reminders. Set up custom alerts that trigger when you enter or leave specific areas, ensuring you receive timely notifications for errands, meetings, and more.

**Highlights:** Location-based reminders, Configurable perimeter crossing, Customizable alert tones, Alert history log, Time slot scheduling, Automatic deactivation

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AlarmBud free?

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

### Is iLocAlert free?

iLocAlert costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

iLocAlert is rated higher. AlarmBud averages 3.1 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while iLocAlert averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do AlarmBud or iLocAlert have ads?

Neither AlarmBud nor iLocAlert shows ads.

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

AlarmBud ships an update every 23 months, and iLocAlert daily. Most recently, AlarmBud was updated on November 7, 2026 and iLocAlert on November 3, 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.*