# Drybar vs My PBT

The clearest difference is ads: Drybar at none against My PBT's shown. Drybar also leads on rating (2.5 vs 2.0) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). My PBT's advantage is ratings volume (219 vs 35). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Drybar holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My PBT has 219 ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 7% and 7% positive.

Drybar ships an update monthly, My PBT every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drybar | My PBT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.5 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drybar/id464998465/reviews)** | [2.0 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-pbt/id1480300712/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **219** |
| Positive reviews | 7.5% of reviews | 7.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.4** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Drybar](https://appshunter.io/developer/464998468) | [archer malmo](https://appshunter.io/developer/465340311) |

## What reviewers say

### Drybar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drybar/id464998465)

Book and manage professional blowout appointments at your favorite salon. Discover exclusive app-only promotions, join membership programs, and find style inspiration for your next visit. Rebook services and locations with ease.

**Highlights:** Book blowout appointments, Manage appointments, Exclusive app promotions, Barfly Membership management, Find salon locations, Style inspiration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to book appointments
- 💡 Ability to rebook with same stylist
- 🎯 Single platform for all booking needs
- ✨ Modern and sleek interface design
- 🔄 Remembers previous appointments

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Constant login issues and forced re-authentication
- 📱 Unreliable location detection
- 🔄 Doesn't save user preferences despite checkboxes
- ⚠️ Excessive font size and UI scaling problems
- 🔐 Frequent password reset requirements

**Reported bugs**

- Login credentials not recognized despite being correct
- App logs out user every time it's opened
- Password reset emails not being sent
- Server error messages during booking process
- Scrolling issues on date selection screens

**Requested features**

- Face ID or biometric authentication support
- Remember login credentials between sessions
- Show available times across multiple locations simultaneously
- Search appointments by date instead of location
- Save user preferences and settings permanently


### My PBT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-pbt/id1480300712)

Manage your tanning salon account conveniently from your mobile device. Access contactless check-in, view rewards, track your sunbed availability, and manage your account details. Stay updated on specials and offers from the nation's largest indoor tanning provider.

**Highlights:** Contactless check-in and payment, Premier Rewards offers, View sunbed Tan Time, Check Tan Dollars balance, Update account information, View specials and offers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Tanning experience
- 🚀 Convenient check-in

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ⚠️ App not working
- 🔍 Inaccurate information
- 🔑 Login issues
- 🕰️ Unreliable tan time updates

**Reported bugs**

- White screen/blank screen issues
- Login not working after updates
- App crashing/not opening
- Account information not syncing properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to manage account (sign up, freeze, cancel) through app
- Real-time salon wait time information
- Appointment scheduling feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drybar free?

Drybar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is My PBT free?

My PBT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Drybar or My PBT?

Drybar is rated higher. Drybar averages 2.5 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while My PBT averages 2.0 from 219 ratings.

### Do Drybar or My PBT have ads?

My PBT shows ads; Drybar does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drybar or My PBT?

Drybar ships an update monthly, and My PBT every 2 months. Most recently, Drybar was updated on October 29, 2026 and My PBT on October 29, 2026.

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