BeeKeepPal vs PCB (Personal Client Book)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BeeKeepPal
This app helps beekeepers manage their apiaries and beehives digitally. It allows for detailed record-keeping of hive inspections and scheduling of apiary tasks with reminders. Get informed recommendations based on your inspection data.
- Apiary management
- Beehive management
- Inspection record-keeping
- Task scheduling and reminders
- Data-driven recommendations
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Being responsible for an entire colony of living things in itself can be hard work. There's some heavy lifting and physically difficult tasks involved. On top of that, record keeping and paper works can be time consuming and tiring, but unfortunately, it is something that we cannot avoid. What if we tell you, there is a solution. Introducing BeeKeepPal, a complete operations management app for novice as well as commercial beekeepers that lets you digitally record all your beekeeping information. The BeeKeepPal mobile app allows you to: 1. Manage Your Apiary Give your apiary a name and start managing its details, including its location. 2. Manage Your Beehives Add your beehives to an apiary, and manage aspects such as the queen, beehive components and inspections. 3. Record Your Beehive Inspections Record your beehive inspection, filling out as much information as you think is necessary. BeeKeepPal uses your inspection data to provide informed recommendations for your beehives. 4. Schedule Tasks There's always something to do around your apiary. Schedule your tasks and get reminders when they are near due.
PCB (Personal Client Book)
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Are you a consultant, freelancer, real estate agent, or sales professional? Relying on memory or complicated Excel sheets is risky. PCB (Personal Client Book) helps you organise your business relationships efficiently directly from your iPhone. In the digital age, your client list is your most valuable asset. With PCB, your data belongs only to you. We offer a smart alternative to cloud-based CRMs. Why professionals choose PCB: 100% Private & Local (GDPR Friendly) Your data never leaves your device. Unlike cloud-based CRMs, we do not store, analyse, or sell your information. You have full control, making compliance with data privacy standards simple. Smart Client Records Go beyond just a phone number. Create detailed profiles for each client. Keep notes on preferences, business details, and deal status in one clean interface. Activity Log Track every interaction. Log calls, meetings, and emails in a chronological timeline. Be prepared for every meeting by knowing exactly what was discussed last time. Works Anywhere Whether you are in a remote area with poor reception or travelling abroad, PCB works perfectly offline. Access your database anytime without needing an internet connection. Key Features: Secure Storage: Local database on your iPhone. Activity Tracking: Log calls and meetings in seconds. Smart Search: Find any client instantly. Minimalist Design: Simple, fast, and battery-efficient. Ditch the spreadsheet and upgrade your workflow. Download PCB today and keep your business organised securely.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: PCB (Personal Client Book) at none against BeeKeepPal's shown. PCB (Personal Client Book) also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BeeKeepPal ships an update every 2 months, PCB (Personal Client Book) every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BeeKeepPal | PCB (Personal Client Book) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Akeem Murray | ALEKSANDR SOROKIN |
In-app purchases
BeeKeepPal
No in-app purchases
PCB (Personal Client Book)
No in-app purchases
Questions
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