Comparison

FindBud vs BudGuard

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

Head to head
About

FindBud

Features
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Stop wasting time searching for lost AirPods, headphones, and other Bluetooth devices. This app turns your phone into a simple, powerful Bluetooth device finder that helps you quickly track down nearby devices using a live signal strength meter. Find Bluetooth devices like headphones, earbuds, earphones, speakers, fitness trackers, and more. Locate devices such as AirPods and supported accessories using Bluetooth signal strength. Watch the live signal meter go up as you walk closer to your lost device. Simple, intuitive interface designed so anyone can start finding devices in seconds. No complicated setup: open the app, scan, and follow the signal. How it works: 1. Open the app and start scanning for Bluetooth devices around you. 2. Select the device you want to find from the list. 3. Walk around and watch the signal strength increase as you get closer. 4. When the signal is strongest, your device is nearby. If you’ve ever asked yourself “Where are my AirPods?” or “How do I find my Bluetooth headphones?”, this app gives you a fast, easy answer so you can get back to what matters. UPGRADE TO PRO: Upgrade to FindBud Pro to unlock unlimited device scans and the live signal radar for the best tracking experience. Subscription Information: - Title: FindBud Pro Weekly - Length: 1 Week (includes a 3-day free trial) - Price: $4.99 / week (Price may vary by location) - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, identifying the cost of the renewal. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://findbud.my.canva.site/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BudGuard

This app helps you locate lost earbuds by turning them into a sonic beacon. It generates specialized audio pulses to cut through environmental noise, guiding you to your lost device with an on-screen indicator. It operates entirely offline for privacy and ease of use.

Highlights
  • Sonic beacon for lost earbuds
  • High-frequency audio pulses
  • Works in noisy environments
  • Smart on-screen indicator
  • 100% offline and private
  • No registration or GPS required
Features
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I created BudGuard after losing an earbud on a black diamond trail. If you’ve ever dropped an earbud outdoors, you know tracking it down is nearly impossible. Even when standing right next to it with a perfect cellular signal, a pin on a map is just not enough. Outdoors, an earbud always finds a way to hide in the dirt, mud or tall grass. As an MTB rider and a developer, I realized I could turn the lost earbud into a sonic beacon. That first version already saved my earbud a few times, and the search became surprisingly fast and easy. Since then, I’ve refined the engine to generate the optimal beacon sound for the situation. Whether it's loud winds, rain or crickets, BudGuard will find the right beacon to be heard. *Made to Shred* Designed for earbuds: Your earbud acts as a sonic beacon with a specialized, high-frequency audio pulse engineered to be heard in any conditions. Shine bright: Whether it's loud winds, rain, or crickets, BudGuard finds the right sonic beacon to be heard. It works: If your earbud is connected and within range, you will find it. No registration, no tracking and no GPS or cell service required. Smart indicator: Listen for the sonic beacon. The smart on-screen indicator will help you sync with the beacon pulse and also show you when you're getting closer. 100% Offline, Local and Private: Does not require cell service, GPS signal or internet connection. No registrations. No sign-ins. No ads. *BudGuard is a solo-ride passion project* The app includes a free 24-hour search pass to help you find your earbud right now. If you find this app to be helpful, you can choose to unlock lifetime access permanently or make a voluntary single tip contribution to support the project.

Screenshots

FindBud3 screens
BudGuard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BudGuard at 15.4 against FindBud's 26.2. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FindBud sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and BudGuard sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
FindBud versus BudGuard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFindBudBudGuard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperONE SML LAB PTE. LTD.Gil Gur Arie

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FindBud

Subscriptions1
  • FindBud Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
2 purchases

BudGuard

One-time2
  • Developer Tip$1.99
  • Lifetime Trail Pass$4.99

Questions

Is FindBud free?
FindBud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BudGuard free?
BudGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FindBud or BudGuard have ads?
Neither FindBud nor BudGuard shows ads.

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