Comparison

Paws Without Borders vs PawMatch

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

Head to head
About

Paws Without Borders

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aws Without Borders helps you discover and support animal shelters around the world. Browse shelters, explore available animals, and connect directly to adopt or help. Each shelter provides detailed information, contact options, and donation links. Features: - Browse shelters worldwide - View animals available for adoption - Contact shelters via WhatsApp, Telegram, or Email - Support shelters directly with donations - Read and leave reviews Our mission is to connect animals in need with caring people across borders. Please note: Paws Without Borders acts as a platform connecting users and shelters. We do not take responsibility for agreements, transportation, or adoption outcomes.

About

PawMatch

Features
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Find your perfect pet โ€” or the perfect home for one. PawMatch is the swipe-to-match adoption app that connects pet owners ready to rehome with verified adopters nearby. Built for shelters, rescues, and everyday people, PawMatch makes pet adoption safe, simple, and personal. WHY PAWMATCH - Swipe through pets near you, just like you'd browse anything else worth caring about. - Pet owners review adopter profiles before matching โ€” no surprises, no scams. - Real-time chat keeps the conversation safe and inside the app. - Location-aware: only see pets within a distance you choose. FOR ADOPTERS - Build a profile that shows you're ready: housing type, yard, kids, pet experience. - Discover dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, and more. - Filter by age, size, breed, energy level, and distance. - Apply with one tap โ€” your profile travels with you. FOR PET OWNERS - Post your pet with photos, story, and rehoming details. - Review every adopter's full profile before you match. - Choose the right home โ€” not just the first one. - Track applications, conversations, and adoption status in one place. PRIVACY & SAFETY FIRST - Only your first name and city are visible until you match. - All chats stay inside PawMatch. - Block and report anyone, anytime. - We never sell your data โ€” read our full privacy policy in-app and online. FOR SHELTERS & RESCUES - List multiple animals from one account. - Reach adopters who match your placement criteria. - Bring more pets home faster. Every match is a pet finding a family. Download PawMatch and start swiping.

Screenshots

Paws Without Borders2 screens
PawMatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Paws Without Borders at 12.0 against PawMatch's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 4 level
Paws Without Borders versus PawMatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaws Without BordersPawMatch
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.1
Further details โ€” not scored
Size27 MB39 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAnna BuzukRoger Lee

In-app purchases

None

Paws Without Borders

No in-app purchases

None

PawMatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Paws Without Borders free?
Paws Without Borders is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PawMatch free?
PawMatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Paws Without Borders or PawMatch have ads?
Neither Paws Without Borders nor PawMatch shows ads.

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