LocalBuddy vs Closeby
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LocalBuddy
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LocalBuddy connects people who need help with local part-time service providers. You can easily find trusted helpers for daily tasks such as babysitting, house cleaning, pet sitting, or car washing. No bidding, no waiting — just book directly and get things done faster. Main Features: • Find and book local helpers nearby • Chat to confirm details easily • Track your service history • Safe payment through Stripe LocalBuddy makes your life easier while supporting your local community.
Closeby
Connect with local service providers for tasks like plumbing, repairs, or moving. Browse profiles, chat directly, and book appointments within the app. Service providers can list their skills to earn income from their community.
- Browse local service providers
- Direct chat with providers
- In-app appointment booking
- View ratings and reviews
- List services as a provider
- Community-based connections
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Need a plumber? A handyman? Someone to help move furniture? Closeby connects you with trusted service providers in your neighborhood. HOW IT WORKS • Browse local pros offering services like plumbing, cleaning, repairs, tutoring, pet care, and more • Chat directly to discuss your needs and pricing • Book appointments right in the app • Leave reviews WHY CLOSEBY • Real neighbors, real trust: see ratings and reviews from people in your area • No middlemen: connect directly with service providers • Fair pricing: providers set their own rates • Fast booking: get help when you need it FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS Turn your skills into income. List your services, set your availability, and start getting bookings from neighbors who need your help. Whether you need help or want to offer it, Closeby makes it simple to connect with your community.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LocalBuddy at 12.0 against Closeby's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LocalBuddy | Closeby |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 57 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VIGOR1980 LLC | Bytea, Ltd |
In-app purchases
LocalBuddy
No in-app purchases
Closeby
No in-app purchases
