Belated vs Candlelit

Forgot Dad's birthday? Again? Belated is the birthday reminder app that actually works. Import from contacts or calendar, and Belated handles the rest, sending you perfectly timed reminders so you never miss another birthday. HOW IT WORKS - Import birthdays from your contacts in one tap - Get smart reminders based on your relationship (text, gift, or plan a party) - See all upcoming birthdays at a glance REMINDERS THAT FIT YOUR STYLE - Texter: Day-of reminders so you send that "Happy Birthday!" text - Gifter: Heads up weeks in advance so you have time to shop - Party Planner: Months of lead time for the people who matter most SHARE BIRTHDAYS - Share birthdays with friends via links or QR codes - Scan a QR code to instantly add a friend's birthday - Links work even if the other person doesn't have Belated yet PRIVACY FIRST - Everything stays on your device - No accounts, no tracking, no ads - We never upload your contacts No login. No subscription. No nonsense. Just birthdays.

Candlelit is a beautiful birthday and celebration tracker that turns remembering into something you actually look forward to. Add birthdays, anniversaries, and special dates, then blow out the candles when the day arrives to collect rare and whimsical candles and cakes. Track What Matters • Add birthdays, anniversaries, and custom celebrations • See upcoming events at a glance with multiple calendar views • Get gentle reminders so you're always prepared • Sync events to your device calendar with one tap Collect Something Special • Blow out candles on the big day to earn a random collectible • Discover 30 unique candles and 30 cake decorations — from Common to Legendary • Build your collection over time with every celebration • Each collectible is a tiny surprise you won't want to miss Make It Yours • Choose from 9 gorgeous color themes to match your style • Pick a matching app icon for your home screen • Set custom colors for individual celebrations • Add photos and notes to every event Private by Design • No account required — ever • All your data stays on your device • Optional iCloud sync keeps your celebrations in sync across devices • No tracking, no analytics, no ads Upgrade to Pro ($2.99 one-time) Unlock all color themes, alternate app icons, advanced reminders (up to 1 month ahead), and per-event color customization. One purchase, yours forever — no subscriptions. Candlelit is the birthday tracker that celebrates with you. Download it today and start collecting!