Cal Poly Library Self vs CatWise
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cal Poly Library Self
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The Cal Poly Library Self-Checkout app makes borrowing library materials easy. No need to carry your PolyCard or stand in line. Simply scan the barcode on books and other items using your phone or tablet to check them out. This app lets you manage your checkouts directly from your device. You'll receive instant confirmation emails and reminders about your due dates. Prefer a kiosk? Self-checkout stations are available in the library. Download Cal Poly Library Self-Checkout today for a quick and convenient library experience!
CatWise
This app helps you find and care for cats. It offers quizzes, information on cat safety, and a community forum to share adoption stories. You can also find local shelters.
- Cat knowledge quizzes and flashcards
- Information on toxic substances for cats
- Community stories from cat parents
- Nearby cat shelter locator
- Cat care guidance
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CatWise is your all-in-one resource for cat adoption. Whether you're considering adoption, new to cats, an experienced cat parent, or simply a cat lover, CatWise is your trusted companion for finding, adopting, and caring for cats. Features: - Fun quizzes and flashcards to test your cat knowledge - Information on toxic foods, plants, and household items - Community Cat Stories, a way to share your own adoption story and read others from fellow cat parents - A list of nearby cat shelters based off your location Download CatWise and give your cat the care they deserve!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CatWise at daily against Cal Poly Library Self's every 2 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Cal Poly Library Self ships an update every 2 weeks, CatWise daily. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cal Poly Library Self | CatWise |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 355 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Meescan Inc. | DeeDub Software LLC |
In-app purchases
Cal Poly Library Self
No in-app purchases
CatWise
No in-app purchases
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