ToolKeeper vs ToolBevy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ToolKeeper
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ToolKeeper helps you keep track of your tools, remember who you loaned them out to, and when you should get them back.
ToolBevy
This app connects neighbors to rent and buy tools. Owners can earn income by listing their equipment, while renters can find needed tools locally. It promotes resource sharing and reduces waste within communities.
- Rent tools from neighbors
- Purchase tools from neighbors
- List up to 10 tools for free
- Earn income by renting tools
- Find tools locally
- Reduce waste through sharing
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ToolBevy is a community marketplace that makes it easy to rent, buy, sell, and promote tools and services locally. Users can list up to 10 tools for free, helping neighbors share resources, save money, and reduce waste. Tool owners can earn extra income by renting or selling equipment, while renters can quickly find the tools they need nearby. Beyond tools, ToolBevy also connects users with local service providers. Contractors, skilled tradespeople, and service businesses can create listings, promote their services, and reach customers in their area. Whether you're looking for equipment, hiring a professional, or growing your business, ToolBevy provides a simple platform for connecting communities and supporting local commerce. Whether you're tackling a DIY project, searching for specialized equipment, hiring a local expert, or looking to earn money from tools and services you already own, ToolBevy helps neighbors connect, share, and succeed together.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ToolKeeper at none against ToolBevy's 5. ToolKeeper also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 17 months). ToolBevy's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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. ToolBevy sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. ToolKeeper asks for nothing beyond the download.
ToolKeeper ships an update every 2 days, ToolBevy every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ToolKeeper | ToolBevy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 17 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Luke Pilkington | Ryan Guerra |
In-app purchases
ToolKeeper
No in-app purchases
ToolBevy
- 1 Month Boost$9.99
- 3 Month Boost$19.99
- 6 Month Boost$29.99
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- Pro Membership$49.99
- Expert Membership$99.99
