Comparison

GlowPlan vs Pixbu

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

Head to head
About

GlowPlan

Features
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GlowPlan is your AI-powered skincare assistant that personalizes recommendations based on your hormonal cycle. Your skin changes every four weeks; your routine should too. GlowPlan tailors advice to follicular, ovulation, luteal and menstrual phases. AI SKIN ASSISTANT Get personalized recommendations based on your skin type, age, goals and current cycle phase. Your AI assistant answers questions, analyzes product compatibility, and guides you to optimize your routine. HORMONAL CYCLE TRACKING Your menstrual cycle directly affects your skin. Collagen production rises in the follicular phase, your skin glows during ovulation, acne risk increases in the luteal phase, and hydration needs peak during menstruation. GlowPlan tells you what your skin needs in every phase. INGREDIENT COMPATIBILITY ANALYSIS Can you use retinol with AHA? Niacinamide with vitamin C? GlowPlan analyzes the ingredients of your products and identifies conflicts and synergies. PROGRESS TRACKING Follow your skin's progress with selfies. Compare weekly to see if your routine is working. PRODUCT SHELF Keep all your skincare products in one place. Add via barcode scan, assign to morning and evening routines. WEEKLY AI REPORT A personal report summarizing your skin's status, progress and recommendations each week. TRAVEL MODE Create a mini routine for trips. Auto-generate your packing list. SIX LANGUAGES Turkish, English, German, Arabic, Japanese and Russian. The app opens in your device language; the AI assistant responds in the language you write in. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP Unlimited AI assistant messages, selfie timeline, weekly AI report, travel mode and exclusive features. Monthly or annual subscription. Subscription auto-renews, cancel anytime. Unless cancelled, your account is charged 24 hours before the current period ends. GlowPlan is for informational purposes only. For serious skin concerns, please consult a dermatologist.

About

Pixbu

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Habit tracking doesn't have to feel like work. A tiny pixel pet is waiting for you in Pixbu: a glass of water, a short walk, one line in your journal… every small thing you do for yourself helps them grow and evolve. YOUR BUDDY GROWS WITH YOU Hatches from an egg and evolves through 6 stages by your side. Hug them, talk to them, breathe together. SMALL STEPS, REAL PROGRESS A ready-made task library or your own tasks. Complete with one tap, undo instantly. Your first step of the day counts double. STEP-BY-STEP ROUTINES Morning and evening routines shown one step at a time β€” zero overwhelm. Build your own routines and break big tasks into small steps. REMINDERS, YOUR WAY Task-based, at the time you choose, only if you want them. Your buddy nudges gently β€” never nags. FOCUS MODE Work with a visual timer while your buddy sits beside you. Focusing doesn't have to feel lonely. A FORGIVING STREAK Life happens β€” we know. Auto streak freezes and the "hug + one tiny task" repair mean your streak doesn't vanish overnight. No punishment, no guilt. GOALS β€” YOUR PIXEL PIGGY BANK Books, savings, kilometres… set one big goal and watch your piggy bank fill with every contribution. The app tells you when you'll get there at this pace. PRIVACY FIRST No account, no email, no ads. Your tasks, your buddy and all your progress stay on your device; only anonymous crash and usage records that can't be linked to you, plus (if you buy Buddy+) an anonymous purchase-verification record, are sent to our servers. If you turn on the optional friends feature, only what you choose to share (plus a notification token) goes through our server to the person you link with. If you're looking for a gentle, focus-friendly habit tracker and self-care companion that feels like a game: Pixbu is waiting. HOME SCREEN WIDGET See your buddy right on your Home Screen: their level, your streak and your next task at a glance. Terms of Use (EULA): https://enessevinc25.github.io/pixbu/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://enessevinc25.github.io/pixbu/privacy.html

Screenshots

GlowPlan4 screens
Pixbu4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pixbu at weekly against GlowPlan's every 4 weeks. Pixbu also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). 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. GlowPlan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Pixbu sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GlowPlan ships an update every 4 weeks, Pixbu weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
GlowPlan versus Pixbu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlowPlanPixbu
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size9 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmre UCANENES SEVINC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GlowPlan

Subscriptions2
  • GlowPlan Premium Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • GlowPlan Premium Annual$19.991 Year
3 purchases

Pixbu

Subscriptions2
  • Buddy+ Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Buddy+ Yearly$21.991 Year
One-time1
  • Buddy+ Lifetime$51.99

Questions

Is GlowPlan free?
GlowPlan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pixbu free?
Pixbu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GlowPlan or Pixbu have ads?
Neither GlowPlan nor Pixbu shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GlowPlan or Pixbu?
GlowPlan ships an update every 4 weeks, and Pixbu weekly. Most recently, GlowPlan was updated on October 31, 2026 and Pixbu on November 6, 2026.

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