Pushover Notifications vs Alertico
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pushover Notifications
This service sends custom push notifications from various web apps, scripts, and devices directly to your iPhone, iPad, or desktop. It offers a free trial with a one-time purchase for unlimited usage, and includes an Apple Watch app for on-the-go alerts.
- Custom push notifications
- Web app integration
- Script and IoT device support
- Apple Watch app and complications
- API for custom app development
- Free 30-day trial
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Pushover is a simple push notification service that integrates easily into web apps like IFTTT, network monitoring systems, security cameras, shell scripts, IoT devices, webhooks, and anything else that needs to send alerts to your iPhone, iPad, Desktop, and other robot-like mobile devices. App has a free 30-day trial and unlimited usage beyond the trial requires a one-time in-app purchase. Pushover includes an Apple Watch app and complications so you can push custom data straight to your watch face with our Glances API. Visit https://pushover.net to find apps, plugins, and services that already natively support Pushover, or get a free API key for your own apps.
Alertico
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Imagine a situation where, with a single click, you can inform loved ones that you need help or let them know that you have arrived safely. Alertico combines rapid emergency support with effective group communication. 1. Ask family/friends for help In situations that require an immediate response, Alertico allows you to instantly send emergency notifications to a predetermined group of contacts. The system is designed to let your loved ones know within seconds that you need assistance, which can be crucial in emergency situations. 2 Confirmation of safe arrival A particularly useful feature for parents and caregivers - the ability to quickly confirm arrival at a location. Instead of sending a traditional text message or making a phone call, with one click you will inform your loved ones of your safe arrival, saving time and reducing the stress of waiting for information. 3. Caller verification In an era of increasing phone scams, Alertico offers a unique PIN verification system. When someone calls you, they can confirm their identity with a code received from Alertico, effectively eliminating the risk of fraud. 4. Real-time location In emergency situations, recipients have access to the location of the person calling for help, greatly speeding up the ability to respond and reach help. The location system is fully integrated with Alertico's emergency functions. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Use for free until the end of July 2025 - then choose a subscription package and enjoy full access!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alertico at none against Pushover Notifications's 3. Alertico also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Pushover Notifications's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Pushover Notifications sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Alertico asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pushover Notifications ships an update every 4 weeks, Alertico every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pushover Notifications | Alertico |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 91.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pushover, LLC | Robert Pardela |
Bugs and requests
Pushover Notifications
Reported bugs
3 issues- Notifications not working after update
- Syncing issues causing crashes
- Notifications re-appearing after being deleted
Requested features
5 requests- Add a delete all notifications option
- Add support for custom notification sounds
- Add 24-hour time format option
- Improve Apple Watch notifications
- Add custom actions to notifications
Alertico
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pushover Notifications
- Pushover License$4.99
- Tip$4.99
- Tip$9.99
Alertico
No in-app purchases
Questions
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