# PDB Prep vs Brush Buddy!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Brush Buddy! at 100% against PDB Prep's 47%. Brush Buddy! also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDB Prep sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per month and Brush Buddy! sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PDB Prep ships an update every 3 weeks, Brush Buddy! every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDB Prep | Brush Buddy! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brush-buddy/id6758544325/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **20** |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 70 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Steven Glickman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618986296) | [Dental Spaces LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873526458) |

## What reviewers say

### PDB Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdb-prep/id1618986294)

Prepare for your Pediatric Dental Board exams with a comprehensive flashcard system. Access over 1,000 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and clinical scenarios to build in-depth knowledge. Track your progress and master the material for test day success.

**Highlights:** 1,000+ high-yield questions, 8 exam-based categories, Detailed explanations, Full-color images, Clinical scenarios with radiographs, Question sorting by knowledge level

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $99.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Premium | $149.99 | per 3 months |
| Six Month Premium | $199.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium | $249.99 | per year |


### Brush Buddy!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brush-buddy/id6758544325)

This app transforms tooth brushing into an engaging adventure for children aged 2-8+. It features original songs, interactive stories, fun facts, and a visual guide to help kids brush effectively. Parents can track progress and manage multiple profiles.

**Highlights:** Original brushing songs, Interactive stories, Learn mode with facts and riddles, Camera mirror brushing guide, Rewards system (stars, stickers, avatars), Parent dashboard for tracking, Support for multiple children

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $4.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDB Prep free?

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

### Is Brush Buddy! free?

Brush Buddy! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do PDB Prep or Brush Buddy! have ads?

Neither PDB Prep nor Brush Buddy! shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PDB Prep or Brush Buddy!?

PDB Prep ships an update every 3 weeks, and Brush Buddy! every 8 days. Most recently, PDB Prep was updated on October 16, 2026 and Brush Buddy! on October 9, 2026.

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