Comparison

PBS Connect vs CareKinnect

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

Head to head
About

PBS Connect

This application enables behavior analysts, RBTs, and assistants to record client behaviors like biting or hitting. The collected data aids in analyzing trends of behavior change without gathering sensitive personal information.

Highlights
  • Behavior data collection
  • Trend analysis
  • Client behavior tracking
  • Occurrence logging
  • Non-sensitive data collection
Features
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Purpose of Data Collection application is to allow behavior analysts, RBTs, and assistants working with PBS to collect data on client behavior. This helps with further analysis of trends of behavior change. This application does not collect sensitive information about the user, nor the client. It collects data on information about behaviors such as: occurrences of biting, hitting, etc.

About

CareKinnect

Features
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CareKinnect is a private, secure platform designed to bring together families, caregivers, and care teams in one coordinated space. Whether you're caring for an aging parent, supporting a loved one with special needs, or managing professional care services, CareKinnect helps everyone stay connected and informed. KEY FEATURES Private Care Groups Create secure groups centered around the person receiving care. Only invited members can access your group. Flexible Roles & Permissions - Care Recipients: Simplified interface, see family-friendly updates - Caregivers: Post updates, manage calendars, track care activities - Family Members: Stay informed and participate in care - Social Workers: Coordinate across multiple families - Administrators: Manage group settings and membership Smart Feed with Audience Control Share updates with "Everyone" or "Care Team Only" - ensuring care recipients only see appropriate, uplifting content while professionals access detailed care information. Care Coordination - Shared calendar for appointments and activities - Behavior logs and care tracking - Shared group documents for important files, forms, and care information Photo & Video Sharing Capture and share precious moments, milestones, and daily activities with your care circle. Smart Notifications Stay updated on important events, new posts, and care activities. Care recipients receive notifications only for content appropriate to them. Designed with Care Beautiful, intuitive interface that respects the dignity and preferences of care recipients while providing practical tools for caregivers and care teams. WHO IS CAREKINNECT FOR? - Families caring for aging parents - Parents of children with special needs - Professional caregivers and care agencies - Social workers managing multiple clients - Anyone coordinating care for a loved one YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS - No advertising - No data selling - Encryption in transit and at rest - HIPAA-aware design - Role-based permissions and audience controls - You control who sees what SUPPORT & FEEDBACK We're here to help! Contact us at support@carekinnect.com Made by Carelink Systems, LLC

Screenshots

PBS Connect4 screens
CareKinnect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PBS Connect at every 4 weeks against CareKinnect's every 2 months. CareKinnect's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PBS Connect ships an update every 4 weeks, CareKinnect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PBS Connect versus CareKinnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPBS ConnectCareKinnect
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (43 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings43 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB32 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPositive Behavior Supports CorporationCarelink Systems, LLC

In-app purchases

None

PBS Connect

No in-app purchases

None

CareKinnect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PBS Connect free?
PBS Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CareKinnect free?
CareKinnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PBS Connect or CareKinnect have ads?
Neither PBS Connect nor CareKinnect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PBS Connect or CareKinnect?
PBS Connect ships an update every 4 weeks, and CareKinnect every 2 months. Most recently, PBS Connect was updated on October 30, 2026 and CareKinnect on October 28, 2026.

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