# DBDD vs TickChecker

The clearest difference is ads: TickChecker at none against DBDD's shown. TickChecker also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 38). DBDD's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 35%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DBDD sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and TickChecker sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TickChecker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TickChecker has 1.6K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of DBDD's written reviews are positive against 35% of TickChecker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

DBDD ships an update every 3 weeks, TickChecker monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DBDD | TickChecker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dbdd-pet-tracker-and-assistant/id6472265989/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tickchecker/id6746040491/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 34.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 222 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [2ndphone team](https://appshunter.io/developer/1583927685) | [326 LAB - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772075789) |

## What reviewers say

### DBDD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dbdd-pet-tracker-and-assistant/id6472265989)

This app offers real-time GPS tracking for pets, allowing owners to monitor their location, set safe zones, and receive alerts. It also includes health monitoring, a pet assistant for advice, and a community for connecting with other pet lovers.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS tracking, Safe zone alerts, Pet health monitoring, AI-powered pet assistant, Pet community interaction, Customizable notifications, Multi-pet support

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| dbdd1month 1 | $12.99 | per month |
| DBDD Month Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| DBDD Month VIP | $12.99 | per month |
| DBDD Month Member | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Vets | $14.99 | per month |
| Basic&AI Month | $24.99 | per month |
| 3month vip 002 | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 3month vip 003 | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 3month vip 001 | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| dbdd year 1 | $89.99 | per year |
| One Year Freetrial | $89.99 | per year |
| DBDD_Year_Premium | $89.99 | per year |
| DBDD Year VIP | $89.99 | per year |
| 5 years vip | $269.99 | one-time |
| Five Years Premium | $269.99 | one-time |
| 5 years premium | $269.99 | one-time |
| Five_Year_VIP | $269.99 | one-time |


### TickChecker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tickchecker/id6746040491)

Easily scan for ticks on pets and people using your phone's camera. Get smart detection, track encounters, and receive prevention tips to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts and pet owners.

**Highlights:** Scan for ticks on skin or fur, Smart tick detection, Track tick encounters, Prevention tips, Supports dogs, cats, and humans

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| PRO 3 Month | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast detection
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔒 Accurate tick detection
- 💡 Helpful prevention tips
- 👍 Works well on pets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🚫 No free trial

**Reported bugs**

- 🔍 Difficulty seeing through the camera

**Requested features**

- Free or one-time payment option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DBDD free?

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

### Is TickChecker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DBDD or TickChecker?

TickChecker is rated higher. DBDD averages 4.4 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while TickChecker averages 4.7 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do DBDD or TickChecker have ads?

DBDD shows ads; TickChecker does not.

### Which is updated more often, DBDD or TickChecker?

DBDD ships an update every 3 weeks, and TickChecker monthly. Most recently, DBDD was updated on September 22, 2026 and TickChecker on September 20, 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.*