Database vs Print Guardian
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Database
This app allows you to create custom databases on your mobile device to organize various types of information. It supports numerous data types and offers features for easy data entry and management, suitable for personal or small business use.
- Customizable data tables
- Effortless data entry
- Support for over 10 data types
- Card view for data presentation
- Versatile use cases
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PocketDB transforms your mobile device into a powerful personal database, enabling you to store, organise, and access all your essential information on the go. Whether you're managing a collection, tracking personal projects, or simply keeping detailed lists, PocketDB puts the power of data management right at your fingertips. Features: - Customisable Data Tables: Create tables for anything from your book collection to your fitness progress. - Effortless Data Entry: Add, edit, and delete records with ease. - More than 10 data types including text, numbers, dates, and even custom selection pickers. - Card view Use cases: - Personal Inventory Management: Track belongings with details like warranty, condition, and value. - Fitness and Health Tracking: Log workouts and diet, tracking fitness goals and health data. - Event Planning: Manage details for events, including guest lists, budgets, and schedules. - Learning and Education: Organise study materials, track assignments, and monitor educational progress. - Hobby Collections: Catalog items in collections, detailing origin, condition, and value. - Small Business Inventory: Manage product details, stock levels, and supplier information for businesses. - Freelance Project Management: Keep tabs on projects, client details, deadlines, and payments. - Real Estate Management: Organise listings, client details, and appointments for real estate activities. - Educational Tools for Teachers: Maintain detailed records on student performance and lesson plans. - Group Travel Planning: Coordinate trip details, including itineraries and budgets, among group members. - Community Organisations: Manage memberships, events, and volunteer tasks for clubs or community groups. - Research Projects: Collaborate on projects with shared databases for data collection and literature reviews. - Writing and Publishing: Track submissions, publications, and feedback for written works. - Artwork Portfolio Management: Catalog artworks with comprehensive details on exhibitions and sales. - Recipe Database: Compile and share recipes, including ingredients, instructions, and photos. - Budget Tracking: Monitor personal finances, including income, expenses, and savings. - Investment Portfolio: Track personal investments, stock performance, and financial trends. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/thirtynineapps-privacy/home
Print Guardian
Remotely monitor and manage your printer's maintenance with smart alerts and cleaning controls. Designed for DTF workflows, it helps prevent clogs and protect critical components, ensuring reliable operation.
- Remote printer status monitoring
- Maintenance alerts and notifications
- Trigger cleaning cycles remotely
- Real-time activity and readiness updates
- Simple gateway setup
- DTF workflow optimization
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PrintGuardian – Smart Monitoring for Your Printer Keep your printer running reliably—without the guesswork. PrintGuardian connects your printer to a dedicated PrintGuardian M5 gateway, giving you remote visibility and control over essential maintenance. Designed for UV/DT workflows, it helps reduce downtime, prevent clogs, and protect critical components like the print head. Key Features Remote Monitoring Check your printer’s status anytime, from anywhere. Stay informed whether you're in the workshop or away. Maintenance Alerts Get notified when your printer needs attention, so you can act before issues impact your prints. Cleaning Control Trigger cleaning cycles directly from the app to help keep your printer in optimal condition. Real-Time Updates Receive live status feedback, including activity and readiness, so you always know what your printer is doing. Simple Setup Pair your PrintGuardian M5 gateway and get started in minutes. How It Works PrintGuardian works with the PrintGuardian M5 gateway, which securely connects your printer to the app. Once paired, you can monitor and manage maintenance remotely with ease. Supported Devices xTool Apparel Printer xTool Apparel Printer Plus xTool Omni O1 (Single UV, Dual UV, DT/UV) (More devices may be supported in future updates) Why PrintGuardian? UV/DT printers require consistent care to perform at their best. Missing routine maintenance can lead to clogged print heads, inconsistent output, and costly downtime. PrintGuardian helps you stay ahead of these issues with timely alerts and easy access to maintenance controls—so your printer is always ready when you need it. Important Information A PrintGuardian M5 gateway is required to use this app Features and availability may vary depending on your device and setup PrintGuardian is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by xTool or Makeblock. xTool is a trademark of its respective owner.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Print Guardian at 5.0 against Database's 2.8. Database's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Print Guardian holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Database has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Database ships an update daily, Print Guardian every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Database | Print Guardian |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LEAP STUDIO | Cuart Studios Inc. |
Customer experience
Database
Print Guardian
In-app purchases
Database
No in-app purchases
Print Guardian
No in-app purchases









