Comparison

Pineapples vs AlfredCircle

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

Head to head
About

Pineapples

Features
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Pineapples is a paperless, online client card system where users can upload images and text specific to each customer. You can now store, upload and share your photos all from the same app! Pineapples are the ideal app for a sole trader or for a medium to the large-sized salon. It supports multiple stylists and multiple clients and client visits. This app can completely eliminate the old paper client cards that we are all so familiar with. Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Accounts will be charged for renewals within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://app.pineapplesapp.com/terms-condition Privacy policy: https://app.pineapplesapp.com/privacy

About

AlfredCircle

This app allows you to stay connected with loved ones by sharing real-time location updates. Set up custom alerts for arrivals and departures from important places, providing peace of mind for family safety and coordination.

Highlights
  • Real-time location sharing
  • Customizable place alerts
  • Family safety monitoring
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Group location updates
  • Arrival and departure notifications
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Built with your safety in mind, AlfredCircle lets you stay connected with your friends and family. Just add them to your Circle, and you'll get real-time location updates.
 Get started today and keep your Circles safe! 【Stay in the Loop with Circles】 Invite your loved ones to join your Circle and share live location updates with each other. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that: • Your kids are safe on their way home from school. • Your friends are back safely from a night out. • Your elderly mom has reached the grocery store. • Your son has boarded his flight without issues. • Your partner is on time for dinner. • Your brother is on his way with your coffee. • And so much more… 【Get Real-Time Location Alerts with Places】 • Routine-Based Selection: Select different Places to add to your Circle based on each member’s daily routine. • Immediate Notifications: Get notified immediately for arrivals and departures from homes, offices, schools, train stations, and other locations. • Peace of Mind: Go about your day knowing your loved ones are safe and sound. • Versatile Use: Whether you’re exploring a new city or meeting up with friends at a local coffee shop, add up to 4 Places to your Circle at any time to ensure a smooth experience. 【Cute and Simple Interface You'll Adore】 AlfredCircle is for everyone. That's why we made sure it's easy to navigate and a breeze to connect, no matter where you are. As they say, sharing is caring. The AlfredCircle family is here to make that happen for you. Download AlfredCircle for free to get started today! Terms of Service: https://www.alfredcircle.com/legal/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Pineapples4 screens
AlfredCircle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AlfredCircle at every 2 weeks against Pineapples's every 6 weeks. Pineapples's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Pineapples sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.49 per month and AlfredCircle sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pineapples ships an update every 6 weeks, AlfredCircle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pineapples versus AlfredCircle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPineapplesAlfredCircle
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (192 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—192 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTamara WalkerAlfred Systems Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pineapples

Subscriptions1
  • monthly subscription1 Month trial$7.491 Month
6 purchases

AlfredCircle

Subscriptions6
  • AlfredCircle Premium7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • AlfredCircle Premium$5.991 Month
  • AlfredCircle Premium$7.991 Month
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  • Alfred Premium 12 months$39.991 Year
  • AlfredCircle Premium 12 months$49.991 Year
  • AlfredCircle Premium$64.991 Year

Questions

Is Pineapples free?
Pineapples is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AlfredCircle free?
AlfredCircle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pineapples or AlfredCircle have ads?
Neither Pineapples nor AlfredCircle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pineapples or AlfredCircle?
Pineapples ships an update every 6 weeks, and AlfredCircle every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pineapples was updated on October 3, 2026 and AlfredCircle on October 15, 2026.

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