Comparison

Connect by PSI vs PATCON26

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

Head to head
About

Connect by PSI

This app connects individuals and families with vital resources and support for pregnancy and postpartum mental health. It offers peer support, community connections, and information to help navigate these transformative periods. Prioritize your mental well-being with accessible tools and a secure environment.

Highlights
  • Peer support for pregnancy
  • Postpartum mental health navigation
  • Community connections
  • Support for pregnancy/infant loss
  • Private and secure data
Features
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Postpartum Support International (PSI) is the global champion for pregnancy and postpartum mental health, connecting individuals and families to the resources and support needed to give them the strongest and healthiest start possible. PSI connects individuals and families with a wealth of support services and resources, trains health professionals to recognise and treat pregnancy and postpartum mental health, offers a diverse membership community, and advocates for policies and programs that advance perinatal mental health. PSI hopes to connect families with support and resources early in their journey and created this app with your support in mind. Here’s a look at what Connect by PSI offers you Empowering Pregnancy: Find peer support and community to guide you through your pregnancy journey to give you, your baby, and your family the healthiest start possible. Thriving Postpartum: Navigate the challenges of postpartum life with our trusted support system. Find comfort, connect with others, and prioritize your mental health. Community Support: Connect with a supportive community of individuals who understand your experiences and provide encouragement and empathy. Supporting through Loss: the loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child brings pain, grief, and isolation. Connect with non-judgmental support, information, and community. Private & Secure: Rest easy knowing your data is protected. Your privacy is our priority. Prioritise your mental health during this transformative time. Download our app now and embark on a journey of learning and connection as PSI supports your personal journey.

About

PATCON26

Enhance your conference experience with this app. Access agendas, maps, and networking features to stay connected, whether attending virtually or in person. It's free, easy to use, and designed to help you organize and plan your time.

Highlights
  • Organize conference time
  • Plan conference activities
  • View agendas
  • Access maps
  • Receive notifications
  • Networking features
Features
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ORGANIZE, PLAN, AND ENHANCE YOUR TIME AT CONFERENCE BY DOWNLOADING THE 2026 CONFERENCE APP. Use the Parents as Teachers 2026 International Conference app to experience the hybrid event to its fullest. Agendas, maps, notifications and networking are all at your fingertips. Use your phone or tablet to login and stay connected to everything happening at this amazing conference whether you are joining us virtually or in-person. It’s free, easy to download and fun to use.

Screenshots

Connect by PSI4 screens
PATCON263 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Connect by PSI at 18 against PATCON26's 1. Connect by PSI also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Connect by PSI against 5.0 for PATCON26. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Connect by PSI has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Connect by PSI ships an update every 3 weeks, PATCON26 every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Connect by PSI versus PATCON26: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnect by PSIPATCON26
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (18 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB79 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerpostpartum support internationalParents as Teachers

Customer experience

Connect by PSI

All ratings18 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PATCON26

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Connect by PSI

No in-app purchases

None

PATCON26

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Connect by PSI free?
Connect by PSI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PATCON26 free?
PATCON26 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Connect by PSI or PATCON26?
Connect by PSI and PATCON26 are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 18 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Connect by PSI or PATCON26 have ads?
Neither Connect by PSI nor PATCON26 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Connect by PSI or PATCON26?
Connect by PSI ships an update every 3 weeks, and PATCON26 every 5 weeks. Most recently, Connect by PSI was updated on October 7, 2026 and PATCON26 on October 12, 2026.

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