Comparison

Authenticateit vs BUDDY

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

Head to head
About

Authenticateit

Verify the authenticity of products before you buy, whether in-store or online. This system helps combat counterfeit goods across various categories, offering peace of mind with every scan.

Highlights
  • Scan GS1 Datamatrix codes
  • Verify product authenticity
  • Combat counterfeit goods
  • Real-time database comparison
  • GPS coordinates for scanned items
Features
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Can you be sure that the item you are purchasing is genuine? You can with Authenticateit - the world’s first consumer-centred anti-counterfeiting system. As crime syndicate operations have become increasingly sophisticated, an alarming number of genuine retailers and online merchants are unwittingly becoming sales agents for imported counterfeit goods sold to consumers at genuine prices. We have created the Authenticateit app to give shoppers a FREE, quick and convenient way to check an item’s authenticity before they proceed with their purchases - and effectively stop the sale of counterfeit products in legitimate retail situations. Whether you are buying luxury goods, pharmaceuticals, high tech electronics or even groceries, in operation Authenticateit has the potential to offer you peace of mind that the purchases you make in-store or online are genuine. As more brands adopt the technology, you will see more Authenticateit unique product identifiers (GS1 Datamatrix code) on products and packaging. By scanning an item’s GS1 Datamatrix code with your Authenticateit app, the item’s data (including GPS coordinates of a scanned item) is instantly compared to a central database maintained by participating brands. The information is then passed back through the app for you to validate so you can proceed with the transaction in complete confidence or walk away from potential problematic purchases. As continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life, Authenticateit only activates the use of GPS when products are scanned. Brands participating in Authenticateit are being added constantly so download the FREE app today and look out for your next opportunity to Authenticateit. For more information please visit www.authenticateit.com

About

BUDDY

Discover daily discounts of 20-80% on fashion, electronics, home goods, and more from local brands. Enjoy a user-friendly marketplace with fast delivery and exclusive community deals.

Highlights
  • Daily discounts up to 80%
  • Wide range of categories
  • Hundreds of local brands
  • Fast delivery
  • Exclusive community discounts
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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BUDDY: Your Top Choice for Discounted Online Shopping At BUDDY, every day feels like Black Friday with guaranteed discounts starting at 20% on all items, and up to 80% off across a diverse range of categories. From fashion and electronics to beauty and home essentials, our vast marketplace features hundreds of local brands offering exceptional quality at unbeatable prices. Why Shop at BUDDY? - Continuous deep discounts on a variety of products. - Explore top-tier fashion, electronics, and beauty essentials at reduced rates. - Deck out your home with stylish decor or gear up for outdoor adventures, all budget-friendly. - Delight in unique, hand-crafted gifts from local artisans. BUDDY Advantages: - Access an extensive array of authentic local brands. - Enjoy fast delivery and exclusive community discounts. - Experience a user-friendly shopping environment where great deals on high-quality products are always at your fingertips. Join BUDDY today, and turn every purchase into a saving opportunity—where premium meets affordability in the ultimate shopping experience! ---------- Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to your App Store 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. Account will charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions after purchase. BUDDY's terms of use: https://buddify.app/marketplace/terms BUDDY's privacy policy: https://buddify.app/marketplace/privacy

Screenshots

Authenticateit4 screens
BUDDY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BUDDY at 50% against Authenticateit's 0%. BUDDY also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks). Authenticateit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. BUDDY sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Authenticateit asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BUDDY holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BUDDY has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Authenticateit's written reviews are positive against 50% of BUDDY's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticateit ships an update every 5 weeks, BUDDY every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Authenticateit versus BUDDY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticateitBUDDY
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.9 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings125 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAuthenticateit Pty LtdBUDDIFY TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI

Customer experience

Authenticateit

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

BUDDY

All ratings23 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Authenticateit

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

BUDDY

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$44.99

Questions

Is Authenticateit free?
Authenticateit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BUDDY free?
BUDDY is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticateit or BUDDY?
BUDDY is rated higher. Authenticateit averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BUDDY averages 4.9 from 25 ratings.
Do Authenticateit or BUDDY have ads?
BUDDY shows ads; Authenticateit does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticateit or BUDDY?
Authenticateit ships an update every 5 weeks, and BUDDY every 6 days. Most recently, Authenticateit was updated on October 17, 2026 and BUDDY on October 24, 2026.

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