Comparison

Pinly vs Squishy

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

Head to head
About

Pinly

Features
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Never forget why you went somewhere. Pinly reminds you at the right place and the right time. β€’ **Arrive & get reminded** β€” Drop a pin on the map. When you get there, Pinly notifies you. Perfect for errands, pickups, and β€œdon’t forget when you’re there” moments. β€’ **Time-based reminders** β€” Set a time. Get a nudge when it’s due, no matter where you are. β€’ **See what’s nearby** β€” Open the app and see your nearest active pin so you can act on it. β€’ **Quiet Hours (Pro)** β€” Mute notifications during sleep or focus time. β€’ **Unlimited pins & custom radius (Pro)** β€” More reminders, and you choose how close you need to be to trigger them. β€’ **iCloud backup (Pro)** β€” Your pins and settings stay in sync and safe. Designed for a human: simple setup, clear map, and reminders that actually fire when you need them. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Squishy

Features
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You reach for your phone for one thing. Twenty minutes later, you're still scrolling. Squishy makes screen-time control feel less like punishment and more like caring for something. Its mood follows your choices: take a screen-free break and Squishy perks up; pause your blocks to scroll and Squishy wilts. Instead of fighting another timer, you're keeping a tiny companion happy. Block distracting apps and websites, schedule protected time for work, mornings, and bedtime, and heal Squishy in Play when you need to get back on track. SHARE ONE SQUISHY Connect with a partner and care for the same Squishy together. Both people's heals, challenges, and breaks from blocking affect the same happiness score. Daily contributions show how each of you helpedβ€”or hurtβ€”your shared Squishy. SYNC WITH CHROME Use the same Squishy on iPhone, iPad, and Chrome. Supported activity syncs to one mascot, and eligible Squishy Pro access also unlocks Premium in the Chrome extension. WHAT YOU GET - App and website blocking powered by Apple's Screen Time framework - Quick heals: Breathe, Stretch, Lie down, Step outside, Eye rest, and Drink water - Challenges: Phones down, Wander, Colour hunt, and Scavenger hunt - Team games for up to four people with one code. If everyone finishes, the reward doubles - Schedules for bedtime, mornings, work, and study - A happiness meter and mascot that reacts to your choices - Optional partner sharing with daily individual contributions - Mindful temporary unblocks when you genuinely need an app - Streaks, statistics, and a 7-day mascot heatmap - Premium mascot skins - Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets - Chrome sync and website blocking through the Squishy extension PRIVATE BY DESIGN Squishy uses Apple's Screen Time framework to monitor and block only the apps and websites you choose. Squishy cannot see what you do inside them. Hunt photos never leave your phone. If you enable account sync, partner sharing, or Team games, the account and Squishy activity needed to provide those features is securely sent to Squishy's service. Squishy does not sell your personal information. SUBSCRIPTION All features require a subscription, with a free trial to start. Friends can join a Team game for free. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your Apple ID subscription settings. Pro access may also be provided through an eligible linked partner plan. Terms of Service: https://squishyapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://squishyapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Pinly4 screens
Squishy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Squishy at every 5 days against Pinly's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Pinly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Squishy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pinly ships an update every 2 weeks, Squishy every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Pinly versus Squishy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPinlySquishy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size4 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlvin ArmanniAustin Chan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pinly

Subscriptions2
  • Pinly Pro - Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
  • Pinly Pro - Yearly Plan$9.991 Year
3 purchases

Squishy

Subscriptions3
  • Squishy Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Squishy Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Squishy Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Pinly free?
Pinly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Squishy free?
Squishy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pinly or Squishy have ads?
Neither Pinly nor Squishy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pinly or Squishy?
Pinly ships an update every 2 weeks, and Squishy every 5 days. Most recently, Pinly was updated on October 28, 2026 and Squishy on November 5, 2026.

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