Comparison

Butterlist vs DLU

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

Head to head
About

Butterlist

Organize your movies and TV shows in one place. See where titles are streaming to easily find what to watch. Features a clean design, iCloud sync, and privacy-focused operation.

Highlights
  • Track movies and shows
  • See streaming availability
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Minimalist design
  • Privacy-first, no ads or tracking
  • Import/export data with CSV support
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Track your entertainment—without the clutter. Butterlist helps you collect movies and shows in one intuitive app built natively for Apple platforms. It organizes your watchlist by where each title is streaming, so you can quickly see what’s available to you and jump right in. Whether you're planning a movie night or catching up on your favorite shows, Butterlist makes it effortless to stay organized. KEY FEATURES • Minimal design — a clean, focused UI built just for Apple devices. • iCloud sync — keep your watchlist updated across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. • Streaming info — see where each movie or show is available to watch. • Privacy-first — no signups, no ads, no third-party tracking. • Rich details — browse over 1 million titles with artwork and info. • Favorites — mark your top picks for easy access. • Custom notes — jot down why you added something, who recommended it, or what episode you’re on. • CSV support — import and export your full list, anytime. • Built for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV — enjoy a consistent, buttery feel across all your Apple devices. Butterlist is designed to respect your privacy. No accounts, no ads, no tracking. Just a fast, delightful experience that works the way you expect. KNOW WHERE TO WATCH Quickly see which streaming platforms each title is available on, so you can jump right in. MINIMAL BY DESIGN Butterlist is clean, focused, and easy to use. No distractions—just a buttery-smooth experience that feels right at home on every Apple device. MAKE IT YOURS Light and dark modes. Add custom notes. Mark your favorites. Import and export your data anytime with full CSV support.

About

DLU

This is a fast-paced party game where players guess words displayed on a phone held to their forehead. Friends provide clues through acting, shouting, or making noises. It features diverse categories and the ability to create custom decks for personalized fun.

Highlights
  • Guess words by acting and shouting clues
  • Tilt phone to guess or pass
  • Diverse pre-made card decks
  • Create custom word decks
  • Play offline
  • Modern and intuitive UI
Features
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The Ultimate Party Game is Here! Looking for the perfect icebreaker? Don't Look Up is the hilarious, fast-paced charades game designed to turn any gathering into an unforgettable party. From blockbuster movies to pop culture deep dives, there’s a deck for everyone. How to Play: Pick a category and place the phone on your forehead. Your friends will shout clues, act out scenes, or make silly noises to help you guess the word on the screen. Tilt your phone down for a correct guess, or tilt it up to pass! Why You’ll Love Don't Look Up: Diverse Categories: Explore dozens of decks including Movie Buff, 90s Nostalgia, Blockbuster Hits, and more. Create Your Own: Feeling creative? Build custom decks tailored to your friend group or family inside jokes. Smooth, Modern UI: A vibrant, easy-to-navigate interface designed for quick starts and zero lag. Play Anywhere: No Wi-Fi? No problem. Perfect for road trips, waiting in line, or living room hangouts. Stop scrolling and start playing. Can you guess them all before the timer runs out? DLU PRO — OPTIONAL UPGRADE Every deck and all local play stay free. DLU Pro unlocks Party Mode: AirPlay the game to your TV, or SharePlay it over FaceTime with friends anywhere. DLU Pro Monthly — auto-renewable subscription, $0.99 per month DLU Pro Annual — auto-renewable subscription, $2.99 per year DLU Pro Lifetime — one-time purchase, $4.99 (not a subscription) Prices are in U.S. dollars and may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically at the same price unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renew in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://usernotfound12.github.io/app-legal/dlu/privacy.html Support: https://usernotfound12.github.io/app-legal/dlu/

Screenshots

Butterlist4 screens
DLU3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Butterlist at none against DLU's 3. Butterlist also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. DLU sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Butterlist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Butterlist against 5.0 for DLU. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Butterlist ships an update daily, DLU every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Butterlist versus DLU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterButterlistDLU
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB8 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperZachary SpitulskiNow Studio LLC

Customer experience

Butterlist

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DLU

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Butterlist

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

DLU

Subscriptions2
  • DLU Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • DLU Pro Annual$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • DLU Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Butterlist free?
Butterlist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DLU free?
DLU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Butterlist or DLU?
Butterlist and DLU are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Butterlist or DLU have ads?
Neither Butterlist nor DLU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Butterlist or DLU?
Butterlist ships an update daily, and DLU every 3 weeks. Most recently, Butterlist was updated on September 30, 2026 and DLU on October 2, 2026.

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