# pOpshelf vs MB

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: pOpshelf at none against MB's 4. pOpshelf also leads on ratings volume (18K vs 10) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). MB's advantage is chart position (#196 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MB sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. pOpshelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for pOpshelf against 4.7 for MB. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: pOpshelf has 18K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of pOpshelf's written reviews are positive against 50% of MB's.

pOpshelf ships an update monthly, MB fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | pOpshelf | MB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popshelf/id6476230259/reviews)** | [4.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mb-my-backyard/id6736581907/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 43.6% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#196** |
| Size | 91 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Dolgencorp, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1241327688) | [My Backyard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772396508) |

## What reviewers say

### pOpshelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popshelf/id6476230259)

Discover home decor, toys, and gifts for any occasion. Earn rewards with a loyalty program and track your points. Find nearby stores, check item availability, and even order for in-store pickup.

**Highlights:** Explore latest arrivals, Track loyalty points and rewards, Upload receipts for missing points, Find nearby stores and get directions, Search for items before visiting, Scan item barcodes for details, Order for in-store pickup

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient app
- 💎 Excellent rewards program
- 📦 Showcases in-store inventory
- 🛒 Convenient online ordering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔑 Registration and login issues
- 📱 Scanning and barcode issues
- 🕰️ Slow performance

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to register or create account
- Login and password reset problems
- Perks section not functioning properly
- Inconsistent in-store and app integration

**Requested features**

- Streamline registration process
- Improve scanning and barcode functionality
- Enhance app stability and performance
- Provide better customer support


### MB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mb-my-backyard/id6736581907)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

Discover local family-owned businesses and unlock exclusive savings through a virtual marketplace. Browse deals, redeem offers via QR codes, and support your community's economy.

**Highlights:** Discover local family-owned businesses, Browse exclusive deals and offers, Redeem offers via QR code, Support community businesses, User and business interfaces, Save money on purchases

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access User | $1.99 | per year |
| Business Basic Subscription | $70.00 | per month |
| Business Monthly Subscription | $100.00 | per month |
| Business Annual Subscription | $1000.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is pOpshelf free?

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

### Is MB free?

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

### Which has better reviews, pOpshelf or MB?

pOpshelf is rated higher. pOpshelf averages 4.8 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while MB averages 4.7 from 10 ratings.

### Do pOpshelf or MB have ads?

Neither pOpshelf nor MB shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, pOpshelf or MB?

pOpshelf ships an update monthly, and MB fortnightly. Most recently, pOpshelf was updated on October 20, 2026 and MB on October 11, 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.*