# Modern Cat vs Petlibro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Modern Cat at 50% against Petlibro's 13%. Modern Cat also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Petlibro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 7 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Modern Cat sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Petlibro sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Modern Cat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Petlibro has 7.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Modern Cat's written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's.

Modern Cat ships an update every 7 months, Petlibro weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 9, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Modern Cat | Petlibro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-cat/id593527121/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **7.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 12.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#59** |
| Size | 96 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Modern Pets](https://appshunter.io/developer/532368417) | [Designlibro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586120663) |

## What reviewers say

### Modern Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-cat/id593527121)

This magazine app offers heartwarming stories, expert advice, and practical tips for cat lovers. Explore gear reviews, design inspiration, and life-hacks to enhance your bond with your feline companion. Access digital editions through subscriptions or single issue purchases.

**Highlights:** Heartwarming cat stories, Expert behavioral advice, Tested gear reviews, Cat life-hacks, Cat-design inspiration, Useful tips and tricks

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Modern Cat Magazine 2 Years | $9.99 | per year |
| Modern Cat Magazine 1 Year | $11.49 | per year |
| Subscription 1 year | $11.99 | per year |
| Fall/Winter 2016 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Modern Cat: Fall Winter 2017 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spring/ Summer 2018 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2021 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spring/Summer 2022 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2022 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2023 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spring/Summer 2023 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spring/Summer 2026 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2026 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2025 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Spring/Summer 2025 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Spring/Summer 2024 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fall/Winter 2024 | $9.99 | one-time |


### Petlibro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661)

**Currently charting:** #59 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #177 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time monitoring, Streamlined feeding schedules, Customizable voice messages, Live video streaming, Cloud video storage

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Care Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| AI Standard Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Care Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Premium Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Care Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Care Plus Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| AI Premium Yearly | $169.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
- 📊 Detailed feeding logs
- 🎥 Camera and microphone features
- 🔒 Secure device sharing
- 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
- 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
- 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
- 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from devices
- Notifications not working as expected
- Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
- Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
- Integration with smart home systems
- Voice message playback without dispensing food
- Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
- Improved water intake tracking and history


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Modern Cat free?

Modern Cat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Petlibro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Modern Cat or Petlibro?

Modern Cat is rated higher. Modern Cat averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Petlibro averages 4.5 from 7.4K ratings.

### Do Modern Cat or Petlibro have ads?

Modern Cat shows ads; Petlibro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Modern Cat or Petlibro?

Modern Cat ships an update every 7 months, and Petlibro weekly. Most recently, Modern Cat was updated on August 9, 2026 and Petlibro on September 28, 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.*