AlarmBud vs All Aboard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AlarmBud
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.
- Headphone-only alarms
- Up to 24-hour timer
- Alarm sound library
- White noise option
- Background functionality
- Dark display mode
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AlarmBud lets you to run a timer in any place without the sound disturbing others. Connects to wired headphones, bluetooth, or your device's internal speakers. With AlarmBud, you'll never have to worry about your device ringing out loud while napping or timing your work in a public place. The alarm will play even when your device is in Do Not Disturb mode. Make sure the volume is at a level that you will hear. Includes: - Up to 24-hour timer - Alarm sound library - White noise option - Background functionality - Dark, energy-saver display Great for the: - Library - Office - Airport - Plane - Bus - Gym
All Aboard
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Real-time arrivals for every CTA bus route and L train line in Chicago. All Aboard finds the nearest stop or station to you and shows when the next bus or train is coming. No clicking through menus or hunting for stop IDs — just pick your route and go. - Live arrival predictions for all 129 bus routes - Real-time tracking for all 8 L train lines - Automatically finds your nearest stop or station - Switch directions with a tap - CTA service alerts so you know about delays before you walk out the door - Quick access to recently viewed routes Built for commuters who just want to know: how long until the next one?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: All Aboard at Free against AlarmBud's $0.99. AlarmBud's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On ads and in-app purchases 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
All Aboard is free to download; AlarmBud costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | AlarmBud | All Aboard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.1 (20 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 20 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stefan Brechter | Jordan Fulghum |
In-app purchases
AlarmBud
No in-app purchases
All Aboard
No in-app purchases
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