Spark vs Crowley CDJR Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spark
This app simplifies shift work for professionals like first responders and healthcare workers. It offers full customization, secure cloud syncing, and streamlined shift trading. Plan your life and stay organized with instant visual cues and reliable support.
- Full shift customization
- Secure cloud sync
- Streamlined shift trades
- Instant visual cues
- Comprehensive shift coverage
- User-friendly interface
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Spark: Your Ultimate Shift Calendar App For over 15 years, Spark has been the go-to app for simplifying shift work. Loaded with powerful, user-friendly features, Spark helps you balance work and personal life in one place—trusted daily by fire, police, EMS, healthcare professionals, and shift workers worldwide. With Spark’s unique "Cloud Connect" system, you can sync and share your schedule across all devices, keeping you and your loved ones in the loop anytime, anywhere. Why Spark? Here’s why your colleagues love it: Full Customization Spark is designed for you. Track and log anything you need—vacation, sick time, comp time, overtime, trades, and more. Can’t find something? Add it with ease! Spark’s sleek, intuitive design lets you personalize everything to suit your work style. Secure & Reliable Your data is safe with us. Spark’s "Cloud Connect" syncs your encrypted calendar across devices, linked to your email. Lose or upgrade your phone? Just log back in, and it’s like you never left. Comprehensive Shift Coverage From pre-loaded schedules to custom department setups, Spark supports thousands of shift calendars. Don’t see yours? Easily create it, and it’s saved for you and your team. Streamlined Shift Trades & Swaps Manage and track all your trades and swaps down to the individual. Spark’s “Trade Board” lets you request and confirm trades within the app, automatically updating your calendar and stats—no extra steps. Instant Visual Cues Color-code shifts, events, and stats for at-a-glance planning. With Spark, you’ll know exactly what’s on the agenda without extra clicks. Unmatched Customer Support Our app thrives on user feedback. We’re committed to fast, helpful support, with most emails resolved in under two hours. Spark evolves with your input, making it the app you can rely on for years to come. Try Spark free for 30 days, and experience the app that’s helping shift workers around the world stay organized. Visit www.LeakyNozzle.com to learn more!
Crowley CDJR Connect
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Introducing Crowley CDJR Connect, your all-in-one solution for comprehensive vehicle management. Stay in control and enhance your driving experience with a suite of powerful features: Battery Monitoring: Keep tabs on your vehicle's battery health to ensure it's always ready to hit the road. Vehicle Location: Never lose track of your vehicle with real-time location tracking. Stolen Vehicle Protection and Reporting: Gain peace of mind with advanced security measures and easily report any unauthorized use. Speeding and Boundaries Alerts: Set personalized speed and location boundaries and receive instant alerts for any violations. Valet Mode: Hand over the keys confidently, knowing you can monitor and control your vehicle's usage. Trips Based on Driving & History: Explore detailed insights into your driving habits and view your trip history effortlessly. Dealership Service Reminders: Stay on top of your vehicle's maintenance schedule with timely service reminders. Roadside Assistance: In times of need, access reliable roadside assistance directly from the app. Dealership Shopping Inventory: Browse the latest inventory at your dealership, making car shopping a seamless experience. Crowley CDJR Connect goes beyond ordinary car management apps, providing a comprehensive suite of tools to optimize your driving experience and relationship with your dealer. Download Crowley CDJR Connect now and take control of your vehicle like never before. Drive smarter, drive safer!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crowley CDJR Connect at none against Spark's 2. Spark's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, 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. Spark sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Crowley CDJR Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spark ships an update every 5 weeks, Crowley CDJR Connect every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spark | Crowley CDJR Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (7.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 74.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 171 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | E.L.K. Equities LLC | VBI Group LLC |
Bugs and requests
Spark
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login and authentication problems
- Data loss and sync issues after updates
- Unreliable performance on some devices
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to sync with more calendar services
- More customization options
- Improved user interface and design
- Ability to view past schedules and events
Crowley CDJR Connect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Spark
- Annual Subscription Renewal$0.99
- Initial Annual Subscription$5.99
Crowley CDJR Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
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