Comparison

My QuitBuddy vs DrinkDok

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

Head to head
About

My QuitBuddy

This app supports individuals in their journey to quit smoking and vaping. It offers personalized tools, progress tracking, and community support to help users manage cravings and stay smoke-free. Features include goal setting, savings calculators, and helpful tips to navigate the challenges of quitting.

Highlights
  • Personalized quit journey stages
  • Craving management and distractions
  • Progress tracking (days, money saved)
  • Community support and success stories
  • Goal setting and motivation
  • Emergency contact and Quitline access
Features
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My QuitBuddy helps you get, and stay, smoke- and vape-free. Whether you’re thinking about quitting, working up to your quit date or ready to quit now, My QuitBuddy can be customised to suit whatever stage you’re at on your quit journey and help you stay smoke- and vape-free. My QuitBuddy can help you through the hardest times with helpful tips and distractions to overcome cravings; tracking systems to chart your progress; and all the facts you need to understand the impacts smoking and vaping have on your health. There is an entire community of buddies there to help you out, with success stories, experiences and handy tips. Feel good about how much money you’re saving and how much nasty stuff your lungs are avoiding. Over time, watch the savings and results begin to pile up. All quit journeys are full of ups and downs, depending on how you’re feeling on any given day. On days when your cravings are strong, distractions and soothing imagery are available to help you get through.  Quitting can be hard and most people try a number of times before they finally quit for good.  My QuitBuddy is with you every step of the way. Key Features: - 'Quit Now', prepare to 'Quit Later' or 'Continue Quitting'. - Set your goals and understand your motivations to quit. - Nominate friends or family who you can call in the tough times. - View your progress, including a count of every day, hour and minute you stay smoke- and vape-free and how much money you've saved. - For the first 30 days of your journey, you'll receive a helpful tip when you open the app. - You can nominate any Danger Times and My QuitBuddy will get in touch to keep you on track. - My QuitBuddy helps with a range of distractions to occupy your mind and your hands through any moments of craving. - Read helpful messages from other people who are quitting with My QuitBuddy and leave your own for others to read. - If you need additional backup, you can call the Quitline directly on 13 7848 (13 QUIT) from the app.

About

DrinkDok

Features
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DrinkDok is a smart alcohol tracking app designed to help you drink more responsibly, stay aware of your limits, and get home safe—without ruining your night. Whether you’re out with friends, at a party, or just having a casual drink, DrinkDok lets you easily log what you’re drinking and see real-time insights into your alcohol intake. By tracking drinks over time and estimating blood alcohol concentration (BAC), DrinkDok helps you make informed decisions before things get out of hand. Unlike guesswork or relying on how you “feel,” DrinkDok gives you clear, simple data so you can understand how alcohol is affecting your body. The app factors in drink type, size, timing, and personal details to provide realistic estimates and safety guidance. Built for Safety, Not Judgement DrinkDok isn’t here to shame or restrict you. It’s built to support safer choices. Whether that means slowing down, switching to water, or deciding not to drive, DrinkDok helps you stay in control when it matters most. Key Features • Easy Drink Logging – Log beers, wines, spirits, and custom drinks in seconds • Real-Time BAC Estimates – See how your BAC changes over time • Safety Alerts – Get warnings when you approach risky levels • Drink Timing Awareness – Understand how spacing drinks affects you • Personalised Insights – Based on body metrics and drinking patterns • Night-Out Friendly Design – Simple, fast, and discreet Why DrinkDok? Alcohol affects everyone differently. Two people drinking the same amount can have very different outcomes. DrinkDok helps close that gap by giving you personalised awareness, not assumptions. It’s especially useful for: • Nights out and parties • Social drinking • University students • Festivals and events • Anyone who wants to drink smarter Reduce Risk, Increase Awareness DrinkDok helps reduce common alcohol-related risks such as: • Drinking more than intended • Misjudging sobriety • Unsafe driving decisions • Alcohol-related injuries • Next-day regret By giving you real-time feedback, DrinkDok empowers you to pause, think, and choose what’s best for you. Not a Medical Device DrinkDok provides estimates and guidance only and should not be used as a medical or legal tool. Always follow local laws and prioritise safety. Your Night. Your Choice. Your Safety. DrinkDok doesn’t tell you what to do—it helps you understand what’s happening so you can make better decisions. Drink smarter. Stay aware. Get home safe. DrinkDok Premium is an auto-renewable subscription that unlocks full tracking features, personalised insights, and safety alerts. • Monthly Subscription: $2.99/month • Annual Subscription: $24.99/year • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings By subscribing, you agree to DrinkDok’s [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) and [Privacy Policy](https://www.estrellacompanyptyltd.com/privacy-policy).

Screenshots

My QuitBuddy4 screens
DrinkDok4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: My QuitBuddy at none against DrinkDok's 2. My QuitBuddy also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DrinkDok sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. My QuitBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My QuitBuddy ships an update every 3 weeks, DrinkDok every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
My QuitBuddy versus DrinkDok: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy QuitBuddyDrinkDok
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (508 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings508 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size151 MB35 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperAustralian Department of HealthEstrella Company PTY LTD

Bugs and requests

My QuitBuddy

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App freezes on initial setup screen
  • Smoke-free day counter resets unexpectedly
  • Savings calculations are incorrect
  • Community posts disappearing or not updating
  • Inability to edit or reset quit date

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to log relapses
  • Improve community features (messaging, progress tracking)
  • Provide more engaging distractions and activities
  • Customize app settings (e.g. cigarette costs, quit date)
  • Expand health information and progress tracking

DrinkDok

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

My QuitBuddy

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DrinkDok

Subscriptions2
  • DrinkDok Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • DrinkDok Pro Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is My QuitBuddy free?
My QuitBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DrinkDok free?
DrinkDok is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do My QuitBuddy or DrinkDok have ads?
Neither My QuitBuddy nor DrinkDok shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My QuitBuddy or DrinkDok?
My QuitBuddy ships an update every 3 weeks, and DrinkDok every 6 months. Most recently, My QuitBuddy was updated on November 10, 2026 and DrinkDok on November 5, 2026.

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