Comparison

Modif vs BuzzCalc

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

Head to head
About

Modif

Features
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Modif-i is designed to test whether a certain type of β€œbrain-training” can help people reduce theiralcohol consumption and craving. The app is for a study that tests a form of brain-training that is designed to change your automatic responses to alcohol-related images. Researchers from Monash University and Turning Point are currently trialling this app in an Australia-wide study to test how effective it is. Please note that this app is currently only available to participants in the research study. To find out more about our research, visit: https://redcap.helix.monash.edu/surveys/?s=LDLXCYDFM7RLXHHE

About

BuzzCalc

Easily calculate standard drinks from beer sizes and alcohol content. This offline utility app offers a user-friendly interface to track your alcohol consumption quickly and conveniently.

Highlights
  • Standard drinks calculator
  • Adjustable ABV slider
  • Offline functionality
  • User-friendly interface
  • Multiple beer sizes
Features
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BuzzCalc is a simple and easy-to-use utility app designed to help you track standard drinks based on drink size and alcohol content (ABV). Standard Drinks Calculator: Select from common beer sizes (Middy/Pot, Schooner, Pint) to instantly calculate the number of standard drinks. Adjustable ABV: Use a slider to set the alcohol content and see standard drinks update in real time. Custom Size: Tap "Custom size" to enter any volume and ABV as free text β€” works for cans, wine, spirits, or anything else you're drinking. Session Tracker: Add drinks to a running total throughout your session. The date and time of your first drink is displayed on screen so you always know when you started. Session Persistence: Your total is saved if the app is closed or iOS clears memory, and resets automatically the next day. Offline Functionality: Works completely offline β€” no internet connection required. User-Friendly Design: Simple, mobile-friendly interface designed to be easy to use on the go.

Screenshots

Modif3 screens
BuzzCalc2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BuzzCalc at every 5 days against Modif's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modif ships an update every 6 weeks, BuzzCalc every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
Modif versus BuzzCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModifBuzzCalc
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better16.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size38 MB7 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMonash UniversityMitch Impey

In-app purchases

None

Modif

No in-app purchases

None

BuzzCalc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Modif free?
Modif is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BuzzCalc free?
BuzzCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Modif or BuzzCalc have ads?
Neither Modif nor BuzzCalc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Modif or BuzzCalc?
Modif ships an update every 6 weeks, and BuzzCalc every 5 days. Most recently, Modif was updated on October 4, 2026 and BuzzCalc on October 4, 2026.

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