Comparison

Dear Universe vs Velorisce

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

Head to head
About

Dear Universe

Features
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Dear Universe is a private journal for the days you want to keep. It lives on this iPhone β€” not a feed, not a cloud diary. Open any day on the calendar. Add as many entries as you like. Write. Take a photo or video. Speak a note. Tag how it felt. Look back through your days, or see how the month felt. Your journal stays on this device. Optional backup to your own Google Drive β€” you choose when. Lock it with a passcode. A gentle reminder if you want one. Journaling stays free. Quiet ads keep it that way.

About

Velorisce

Features
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Velorisce is the easiest way to find and book trusted local services, wherever you are. Whether you're booking your regular haircut, sorting out a last-minute cleaner, or getting to know a whole new neighbourhood, Velorisce shows you trusted, reviewed local pros near you and lets you book in seconds. DISCOVER WHAT'S AROUND YOU Browse top-rated salons, barbers, nail techs, spas, massage therapists, cleaners, movers, handymen, restaurants and more, all near you. BOOK IN SECONDS, 24/7 See real-time availability, compare prices and reviews, and lock in your appointment without the phone tag. TRUSTED, EVERY TIME Verified reviews, clear pricing and real portfolios, so you always know who you're booking. PERFECT WHEN EVERYTHING'S NEW New to the city, just visiting, or moving across the country? Velorisce helps an unfamiliar place feel like home from day one. Available across Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, MontrΓ©al and Ottawa. Download Velorisce and get everything local, in one place.

Screenshots

Dear Universe4 screens
Velorisce4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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

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

Both are free to download. Dear Universe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Velorisce asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dear Universe ships an update monthly, Velorisce every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Dear Universe versus Velorisce: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDear UniverseVelorisce
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly β€” betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details β€” not scored
Size71 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenis BaloghBizzar Tech Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dear Universe

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$3.99
None

Velorisce

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dear Universe free?
Dear Universe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Velorisce free?
Velorisce is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dear Universe or Velorisce have ads?
Dear Universe shows ads; Velorisce does not.
Which is updated more often, Dear Universe or Velorisce?
Dear Universe ships an update monthly, and Velorisce every 5 weeks. Most recently, Dear Universe was updated on October 25, 2026 and Velorisce on October 31, 2026.

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