Comparison

Clouded CI vs LaunchBuddy

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

Head to head
About

Clouded CI

Monitor Xcode Cloud workflows on your iPhone or iPad. View build statuses, inspect failures, start new builds, and download artifacts. Offers free access for main branch builds and a Pro subscription for full workflow access.

Highlights
  • View build statuses
  • Inspect build failures
  • Start new builds
  • Download logs and artifacts
  • Monitor workflows on mobile
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Clouded CI is an unofficial client for Xcode Cloud. You can see all your workflows on your iPhone or iPad. - See which builds are running - Inspect build failures - Start new build runs or rebuild existing ones - see which tests failed or passed - download logs and other artifacts Seeing the build status and starting builds for the `main` branch is free. If you build every workflow no matter on which branch, you need a Pro subscription. Clouded CI is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple. Xcode is a trademark of Apple Inc. Terms & Conditions: https://clouded.ci/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://clouded.ci/privacy/

About

LaunchBuddy

This app helps indie developers plan, track, and ship their applications more efficiently. It allows users to capture ideas, manage project details, and organize release tasks in one centralized location to streamline the development process.

Highlights
  • Capture app ideas
  • Track project status
  • Plan releases and updates
  • Manage release tasks
  • Centralized app dashboard
  • Create custom checklists (Pro)
Features
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Ship and grow your iOS apps — without the wrong tools. LaunchBuddy is the release manager built for indie iOS developers. Plan each version, write release notes, stay on top of App Store Connect work, and keep ASO and analytics in the loop from first build to ship day. BUILT FOR INDIE DEVELOPERS Apps Dashboard Every app you ship, one place. Track status, platforms, store links, and the work that still blocks release. Release Planning Create a release, set a target date, and break down what has to happen before review. Changelogs and checklists live with the version — not in a generic productivity app. Release Notes & Changelog Draft what’s new as you build. Keep a clean history for App Store submissions and your users. App Store Connect Ready Stay oriented around submission, metadata, and the steps that matter for indie releases. ASO & Growth Context Keep keywords, positioning, and growth work next to the release you’re actually shipping. GENEROUS FREE TIER Use LaunchBuddy with up to 2 apps, free forever. No time limits on the basics. UPGRADE TO PRO - Unlimited apps - Custom checklists for every release - Dashboard filters - Priority support and early access Whether you’re preparing a first App Store submission or shipping updates across a portfolio, LaunchBuddy keeps release work focused on shipping and growing. AVAILABLE ON MAC Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Plan on the go, then sit down and ship. Terms of Use: https://flowritesco.de/launchbuddy/tos.html

Screenshots

Clouded CI4 screens
LaunchBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Clouded CI at weekly against LaunchBuddy's every 5 weeks. Clouded CI also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 85%) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Clouded CI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and LaunchBuddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Clouded CI ships an update weekly, LaunchBuddy every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Clouded CI versus LaunchBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClouded CILaunchBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (107 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better85.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—107 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian LobachFlorian Schweizer

Customer experience

Clouded CI

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

LaunchBuddy

All ratings107 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Clouded CI

Subscriptions2
  • Clouded CI Pro$3.991 Month
  • Clouded CI Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Clouded CI Pro Lifetime$59.99
10 purchases

LaunchBuddy

Subscriptions4
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Annually)$49.991 Year
One-time6
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Small)$4.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Medium)$9.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Large)$24.99
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  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime)$36.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Giant)$49.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime)$149.99

Questions

Is Clouded CI free?
Clouded CI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LaunchBuddy free?
LaunchBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Clouded CI or LaunchBuddy have ads?
Neither Clouded CI nor LaunchBuddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Clouded CI or LaunchBuddy?
Clouded CI ships an update weekly, and LaunchBuddy every 5 weeks. Most recently, Clouded CI was updated on October 7, 2026 and LaunchBuddy on October 14, 2026.

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