Butterlist vs WatchCircle

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.

WatchCircle is a private diary for what you've watched — movies, shows, documentaries, flight catches, the lot. Add titles with the date, where you watched (Netflix, cinema, Apple TV, flight, etc.), and a simple opinion: Recommended, Time-Pass, or Waste of Time. Your list lives in your private iCloud — no servers, no analytics, no advertising. Apple's CloudKit handles sync between your own devices. Invite a friend with their Apple ID and you'll see each other's watched lists and ratings. It's the friend-recommendation question — "is this actually worth my time?" — without the noise of stars and reviews. Features: • Hybrid title search (iTunes + TMDb) finds posters and metadata for both mainstream films and streaming-exclusive TV • Watchlist for things you mean to get to • Custom poster upload for titles the search can't find • Optional watch link per entry — straight to the show on its platform • Private sharing via Apple's CKShare — friends-only, no public network • iCloud sync across all your Apple devices Built only with Apple frameworks. Bring your own iCloud account, the rest just works.