Comparison

Dogsi vs BuddyPaws

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

Head to head
About

Dogsi

Features
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Dogsi - Playdates for Dogs (No Humans Required) The simplest and purest dog playdate app ever created. Dogsi is built for one thing only: letting dogs meet and play together - without all the annoying human small talk, friend requests, or dating vibes that ruin other apps. How it works (takes 15 seconds): Download & sign in with Apple, Google or email (we only ask for your name + email, nothing else) Add your dog(s) Create a playdate or browse nearby events Tap "Join" and go - that's it! No chats. No followers. No "let's grab coffee after". Just dogs having fun while owners stand quietly on the side. Perfect for: Shy owners who just want their dog to play Travelers & expats (a Chinese user can join a Portuguese owner's playdate - zero language barrier) Anyone tired of apps that turn dogs into a Tinder for humans Key Features: Create one-time or recurring playdates (daily, weekly, monthly) See events on a clean map - join with one tap Add multiple dogs to your profile Boost your events to reach more dogs in your area 100% free to use - no ads, no paywall for basic playdates Dogsi Premium (optional subscription): Unlimited recurring events Add unlimited dogs Event boost & priority visibility Support the app so we stay ad-free forever Dog parents worldwide agree: this is the cleanest, most dog-focused playdate experience available. Download Dogsi now and let the dogs do the talking! Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: https://dogsi.app/en/#terms (Subscriptions are managed by Apple - cancel anytime)

About

BuddyPaws

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Imagine walking your dog on a sunny day. They spot another pup, share a sniff, and suddenly they’re playing like old friends. You smile at the other pet parent, they smile back, and a quick hello turns into easy conversation, two strangers connected instantly through their pets. We created BuddyPaws for moments like these. Moments where connection feels natural. BuddyPaws is a warm, friendly pet community app designed to help pets and their humans find companionship, support, joy, and new friendships. This isn’t just another profile-based platform. It’s a space shaped by real stories, shared love for animals, and the daily experiences that make pet parenting so special. Why BuddyPaws Exist? For years, pet parents have been looking for a place where they can meet others who understand things like how emotional pet parenting can be why pets deserve rich social lives what it feels like to raise a fur baby how comforting it is to talk to someone who “gets it” Many apps connect people, but very few connect pets and people together. BuddyPaws became that bridge. It’s a pet companionship app that helps pets make new friends, find play partners, and enjoy more social interactions. At the same time, it lets pet parents build meaningful friendships with others nearby. Because BuddyPaws is built to welcome every kind of connection. What Can You Do Inside BuddyPaws? BuddyPaws is more than a social feed or a chat room. It’s a full, active community for pet lovers built around real needs and real pets. Here’s what makes it special: Create profiles for you and your pet Match with pet parents nearby Chat freely and naturally Plan walks, hangouts, and playdates Discover pet-friendly places Learn from the community Enjoy meaningful companionship Feel part of something welcoming, positive, and kind. This isn’t just an app for pet lovers, it’s a safe, feel-good space where pets and humans build relationships at their own pace. Designed For Pet Parents Around the World Pets make life richer, calmer, and happier but the journey isn’t always easy. Sometimes pet parenting feels overwhelming. Sometimes it feels lonely. Sometimes it feels like no one else fully understands. When that happens, a community becomes priceless. BuddyPaws gives every pet parent a friendly circle that celebrates real moments: the good ones the messy ones the confusing ones the emotional ones the everyday ones Inside the app, you’ll find people who nod, smile, laugh, and support because they’ve lived the same experiences. Designed for the Wellbeing of Pets BuddyPaws helps pets: make new friends explore new places feel more social stay active and stimulated enjoy mindful companionship The app blends fun connection with emotional wellness. This makes BuddyPaws a pet care app in its own way, with guidance, comfort, community, and positivity all in one space. Come Be Part of the BuddyPaws Family BuddyPaws is growing every day, one hello, one match, and one friendship at a time. Inside the app, you’ll find: friendly people loving pets real stories open conversations new connections a warm community a sense of belonging Your pet brings joy into your world. BuddyPaws helps bring more joy into theirs. Download BuddyPaws and begin a beautiful new chapter, one filled with friendship, love, laughter, and discovery. Your next connection might be just a swipe away. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION BuddyPaws offers **Premium Subscriptions** that unlock all premium features and enhanced community tools. Available Plans: • Monthly Premium Subscription (1 month) • Yearly Premium Subscription (1 year) • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least **24 hours before the end of the current period**. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dogsi3 screens
BuddyPaws4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BuddyPaws at 13.4 against Dogsi's 18.2. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dogsi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and BuddyPaws sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dogsi ships an update every 2 weeks, BuddyPaws weekly. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Dogsi versus BuddyPaws: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDogsiBuddyPaws
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.213.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB71 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperANDRE RUI PEREIRA FERNANDESOula AbouHaidar

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dogsi

Subscriptions2
  • Dogsi Premium - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Dogsi Premium Annual$34.991 Year
4 purchases

BuddyPaws

Subscriptions4
  • Buddy Paws Premium$4.991 Month
  • Buddy Paws Premium$8.991 Month
  • Buddy Paws Premium$9.991 Year
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  • Buddy Paws Premium$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Dogsi free?
Dogsi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BuddyPaws free?
BuddyPaws is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dogsi or BuddyPaws have ads?
Neither Dogsi nor BuddyPaws shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dogsi or BuddyPaws?
Dogsi ships an update every 2 weeks, and BuddyPaws weekly. Most recently, Dogsi was updated on October 2, 2026 and BuddyPaws on October 2, 2026.

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