# BARK vs Giftly Lists

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BARK at none against Giftly Lists's 1. BARK also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (30K vs 3). Giftly Lists's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 69%). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Giftly Lists sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. BARK asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for BARK against 5.0 for Giftly Lists. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BARK has 30K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of BARK's written reviews are positive against 100% of Giftly Lists's.

BARK ships an update every 2 weeks, Giftly Lists every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BARK | Giftly Lists |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bark-barkbox-super-chewer/id570764065/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/giftly-lists-shared-lists/id6779746364/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BarkBox, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/570764068) | [Collin Stewart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1193039901) |

## What reviewers say

### BARK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bark-barkbox-super-chewer/id570764065)

Manage your dog's monthly subscription box with ease. Customize deliveries, track shipments, update your dog's profile for personalized boxes, and access direct support. Receive new toys and treats tailored to your pup's needs and playstyle.

**Highlights:** Real-time shipping updates, Manage subscription details, Personalize dog profiles, Direct human support, Customizable boxes

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Exciting monthly themes
- 🐶 Dogs love the toys and treats
- 💯 High-quality, durable products
- 🤝 Excellent customer service
- 🎁 Customizable subscription options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📦 Inconsistent or delayed delivery
- 🕰️ Outdated app features
- 🤔 Lack of personalization options in app
- 💰 Expensive for some users

**Reported bugs**

- App login issues
- Incorrect billing or missing items

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose specific toys/treats
- Improved app functionality and tracking
- More customization options for subscription


### Giftly Lists

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/giftly-lists-shared-lists/id6779746364)

Easily create and share gift wishlists with friends and family. This app helps prevent duplicate gifts by allowing others to secretly reserve items, ensuring surprises remain intact for any occasion.

**Highlights:** Create multiple wishlists, Share lists with family and friends, Secret gift reservations, Prevent duplicate purchases, Birthday and Christmas lists, Wedding and baby shower planning

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Giftly Pro | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BARK free?

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

### Is Giftly Lists free?

Giftly Lists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BARK or Giftly Lists?

Giftly Lists is rated higher. BARK averages 4.9 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Giftly Lists averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do BARK or Giftly Lists have ads?

Giftly Lists shows ads; BARK does not.

### Which is updated more often, BARK or Giftly Lists?

BARK ships an update every 2 weeks, and Giftly Lists every 3 months. Most recently, BARK was updated on October 25, 2026 and Giftly Lists on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*