BirthdayPulse vs Giftlog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
BirthdayPulse
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Never forget a birthday again. BirthdayPulse is a clean, reliable birthday reminder designed to help you stay ahead of the important dates in your life. See upcoming birthdays at a glance, get timely reminders, and always know whoβs next with a simple, focused interface built for iOS. Whether itβs family, friends, or coworkers, BirthdayPulse helps you stay thoughtful without the stress of remembering every date. FEATURES β’ Upcoming birthdays view so you can see whatβs coming up β’ Countdown timers for the next celebration β’ Smart reminders so you never miss an important day β’ Quick gift idea suggestions when you need inspiration β’ Beautiful Home Screen widget for instant visibility β’ Custom reminder timing with BirthdayPulse Pro β’ Clean, minimal design built specifically for iPhone Gift ideas open quick search links so you can instantly explore thoughtful presents when a birthday is approaching. No complicated setup. No clutter. Just a simple way to remember what matters.
Giftlog
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Giftlog helps you keep track of all the gifts you give and receive. Never again wonder what you gave someone last Christmas or what you received on your birthday. With Giftlog, you can easily record every gift exchange with details like the item name, event, date, photos, and personal notes. Organize gifts by person, track gift history, and maintain a complete record of your gift-giving relationships. KEY FEATURES: GIFT TRACKING - Record gifts given to others or received from them - Add multiple photos to capture memories - Include event details (birthdays, Christmas, weddings, etc.) - Write personal memos and notes - Sort gifts by date in chronological order PEOPLE MANAGEMENT - Create profiles for friends, family, colleagues, and more - Categorize by relationship type - Add profile photos for easy recognition - Track gift history for each person - Note preferences, likes, and dislikes - Search and filter through your contacts PHOTO SUPPORT - Take photos directly with camera - Choose from photo gallery - Add multiple photos per gift - Capture memorable moments INTUITIVE INTERFACE - Clean, modern design - Easy navigation between home and people views - Quick access to gift history - Edit or delete records anytime PERFECT FOR: - Remembering what you gave each person for holidays - Tracking gifts for birthday planning - Maintaining gratitude by remembering what you received - Wedding or baby shower gift records - Office gift exchanges - Personal gift diaries USE CASES: - Holiday gift tracking: Never repeat gifts or wonder what you gave last year - Birthday planning: See your gift history and find new ideas - Wedding presents: Keep records of all wedding gifts given and received - Baby showers: Track gifts for expectant parents - Gift exchanges: Record Secret Santa or office exchange gifts - Personal memories: Cherish special moments with photos and notes HOW IT WORKS: 1. Add people to your gift log 2. Record gifts given or received 3. Add photos and notes 4. View your complete gift history 5. Search and filter easily Giftlog is perfect for anyone who wants to stay organized and thoughtful in their gift-giving. Whether you are planning for the holidays, tracking birthday presents, or just want to maintain a record of special moments, Giftlog makes it easy. Download Giftlog today and never forget a gift again!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Giftlog at none against BirthdayPulse's 1. Giftlog also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). BirthdayPulse's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. BirthdayPulse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Giftlog asks for nothing beyond the download.
BirthdayPulse ships an update every 6 days, Giftlog every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BirthdayPulse | Giftlog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days β better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bryan Mathews | akira kawata |
In-app purchases
BirthdayPulse
- Pro Unlock$4.99
Giftlog
No in-app purchases









