# Pool vs Daybreak

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pool at none against Daybreak's 2. Pool also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Daybreak sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Pool asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Pool against 5.0 for Daybreak. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pool | Daybreak |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-proof/id6761028109/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daybreak-smart-alarms/id6763627452/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 3 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brandon Currie](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887377079) | [Gianluca Artusa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895406189) |

## What reviewers say

### Pool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-proof/id6761028109)

This app guides users through spa and hot tub water chemistry using a professional-grade test kit methodology. It ensures the correct order of chemical additions, provides precise dose recommendations, and calculates the LSI score for optimal water balance. The app is designed for poolside use with a focus on privacy and safety.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step chemical balancing, Precise dose calculations, LSI score calculation, Chlorine and bromine modes, Wet-hand friendly interface, Local data storage, Safety guardrails

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Daybreak

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daybreak-smart-alarms/id6763627452)

This app helps you manage your weekly schedule by creating reusable alarm routines. Easily adjust individual days without affecting your entire week, and pause alarms for holidays or trips. Protect your setup with backups and templates.

**Highlights:** Reusable alarm routines, Adjust single days easily, Plan the week at a glance, Add one-off alarms, Pause alarms with dates, Backup and share schedules

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Daybreak Premium - Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Daybreak Premium - Yearly | $4.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pool free?

Pool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Daybreak free?

Daybreak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pool or Daybreak?

Pool and Daybreak are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do Pool or Daybreak have ads?

Neither Pool nor Daybreak shows ads.

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