Comparison

Period vs Play Theory Cafe

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

Head to head
About

Period

Track your menstrual cycle, log period dates, ovulation test results, and symptoms. Gain insights into fertility probability based on your cycle length. This app helps predict periods and monitor cycles.

Highlights
  • Menstrual cycle tracking
  • Period logging
  • Ovulation test logging
  • Symptom tracking
  • Fertility probability insights
  • Cycle length comparison
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View where you are in your cycle with the Period Tracker app. You have the option to manually log your periods, ovulation test results and keep track of your menstrual cycle symptoms. Get insights into how the probability of peak fertility varies for women with the same cycle length as you. This app is designed for use by women who want to predict their periods, track their cycles or try for a baby. It should not be used as a method of contraception.

About

Play Theory Cafe

Features
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Play Theory Cafe in Bend is a vibrant indoor playground and cafe where fun and learning collide. With STEM exhibits, imaginative play zones, and a thrilling play structure, kids can explore, create, and discover. The space also offers engaging classes, a dedicated birthday party room, and hosts special events for families. While the little ones play, parents can relax with a freshly brewed espresso from the full coffee bar, paired with delicious food, snacks, and drinks. It’s the perfect spot for both play and relaxation, blending education and entertainment in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.

Screenshots

Period4 screens
Play Theory Cafe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Play Theory Cafe at 11.0.0 against Period's 13.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Period versus Play Theory Cafe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPeriodPlay Theory Cafe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (2.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.9K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.011.0.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB24 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSPD Development Company LtdPlay Theory Cafe LLC

Bugs and requests

Period

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Dates and data getting changed after updates
  • Calendar not populating after updates
  • Whole calendar getting erased after updates

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add option to log basal body temperature
  • Improve notification customization

Play Theory Cafe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Period

No in-app purchases

None

Play Theory Cafe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Period free?
Period is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Play Theory Cafe free?
Play Theory Cafe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Period or Play Theory Cafe have ads?
Neither Period nor Play Theory Cafe shows ads.

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