# Petlibro vs SSYDW

The clearest difference is rating: SSYDW at 5.0 against Petlibro's 4.5. SSYDW also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). Petlibro's advantage is ratings volume (7.4K vs 5) and chart position (#64 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Petlibro sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. SSYDW asks for nothing beyond the download.

SSYDW holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Petlibro has 7.4K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Petlibro ships an update weekly, SSYDW every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Petlibro | SSYDW |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssydw/id6760319760/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 12.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#64** | — |
| Size | 239 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Designlibro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586120663) | [HAO CHENG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883842633) |

## What reviewers say

### Petlibro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661)

**Currently charting:** #64 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time monitoring, Streamlined feeding schedules, Customizable voice messages, Live video streaming, Cloud video storage

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Care Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| AI Standard Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Care Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Premium Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Care Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Care Plus Yearly | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
- 📊 Detailed feeding logs
- 🎥 Camera and microphone features
- 🔒 Secure device sharing
- 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
- 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
- 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
- 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from devices
- Notifications not working as expected
- Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
- Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
- Integration with smart home systems
- Voice message playback without dispensing food
- Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
- Improved water intake tracking and history


### SSYDW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssydw/id6760319760)

Track your pet's daily wellness, including appetite, energy, and symptoms. Upload photos and videos, create care notes, and set reminders for medications and vaccinations. Manage multiple pets and communicate better with your vet.

**Highlights:** Log daily pet wellness updates, Upload photos and videos, Create care notes with instructions, Set medication and vaccination reminders, Manage multiple pets, Bilingual support (English/Chinese)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Petlibro free?

Petlibro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SSYDW free?

SSYDW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Petlibro or SSYDW?

SSYDW is rated higher. Petlibro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while SSYDW averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Petlibro or SSYDW have ads?

Neither Petlibro nor SSYDW shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Petlibro or SSYDW?

Petlibro ships an update weekly, and SSYDW every 11 days. Most recently, Petlibro was updated on November 3, 2026 and SSYDW on October 28, 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.*