Comparison

DistAlarm vs PogoSphere

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

Head to head
About

DistAlarm

Features
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DistAlarm is a location-based alarm app designed for simplicity, privacy, and peace of mind. Whether you're commuting, traveling, or just relaxing, DistAlarm lets you set a distance radius and alerts you when you arrive - even if the app is closed. Features: • No constant tracking or unnecessary power drain • Works even when closed or in the background • Custom alarm volume — bypasses silent mode • Get notified if GPS signal is lost • Home screen widgets for quick access • Live Activity support for multitasking • Smart Points of Interest overlay for precise radius setting • Elegant, distraction-free design Perfect for falling asleep on the train, focusing on a game, or just scrolling TikTok without anxiety.

About

PogoSphere

Features
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PogoSphere brings players together, all over the world ! • Import your screenshots or scan your game live: stats, collection & medals fill in by themselves. • Complete your collection, form by form, and see what you're missing. • Share your trade list and build your PVP battle team. • Follow upcoming raids, community days and events. • Explore the globe of local communities, with direct links to their Discord, Campfire and more. • Spot regionals and Vivillon variants right on the globe and add players to your friendlist. PogoSphere is an independent, fan-made companion app. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the developers or publishers of any monster-catching game. All third-party trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

DistAlarm4 screens
PogoSphere4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PogoSphere at none against DistAlarm's 1. PogoSphere also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. DistAlarm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PogoSphere asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DistAlarm ships an update every 9 days, PogoSphere every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
DistAlarm versus PogoSphere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDistAlarmPogoSphere
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCleon LiewLucas Moreau

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DistAlarm

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
None

PogoSphere

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DistAlarm free?
DistAlarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PogoSphere free?
PogoSphere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DistAlarm or PogoSphere have ads?
DistAlarm shows ads; PogoSphere does not.
Which is updated more often, DistAlarm or PogoSphere?
DistAlarm ships an update every 9 days, and PogoSphere every 8 days. Most recently, DistAlarm was updated on October 28, 2026 and PogoSphere on October 28, 2026.

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