# Back vs HomeWorked

The clearest difference is rating: HomeWorked at 5.0 against Back's 2.4. HomeWorked also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). Back's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (127 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HomeWorked sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $48.99 per month. Back asks for nothing beyond the download.

HomeWorked holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Back has 127 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Back ships an update every 3 weeks, HomeWorked every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back | HomeWorked |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (127 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-up-care/id947422033/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homeworked/id6532619656/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **127** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 12.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 69 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Bright Horizons CC LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/840375887) | [HomeWorked, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1756741045) |

## What reviewers say

### Back

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-up-care/id947422033)

This app provides peace of mind by offering replacement family care when regular arrangements fall through. It allows users to conveniently schedule care, manage reservations, and find nearby centers directly from their mobile device.

**Highlights:** Schedule back-up care, Request previous caregivers, View reservation details, Receive confirmation notifications, Copy past reservations, Find nearby care centers, Add reservations to calendar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy booking process
- 👍 User-friendly interface design
- 🎯 Convenient mobile access to benefits
- ⚡ Fast reservation submission when working
- 🔐 Face ID login convenience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and errors
- 🔓 Persistent login and authentication issues
- ❌ Unreliable caregiver availability
- ⏰ Last-minute cancellations and no-shows
- 🔄 Forced logouts between sessions

**Reported bugs**

- Login credentials not accepted despite being correct
- Face ID authentication fails
- Request Care button missing or non-functional
- App version mismatch preventing login
- Forced logout when navigating away from app

**Requested features**

- Distance-based filtering for childcare centers
- Display facility names after booking
- Overnight reservation options
- Extended session timeout before re-authentication
- Caregiver selection and preference system


### HomeWorked

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homeworked/id6532619656)

Discover real home improvement projects completed by local specialists. Find and connect with professionals who have showcased their work in your neighborhood. Build a personal toolbox of trusted vendors for your future home needs.

**Highlights:** View completed home improvement projects on a map, Find and connect with local specialists, Save favorite vendors to a personal toolbox, Search for professionals by specialization, Showcase your own projects (with subscription)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Silver Plan | $48.99 | per month |
| Essential Start (3-Month Plan) | $99.99 | per 3 months |
| Gold Plan | $124.99 | per 3 months |
| Platinum Plan | $244.99 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back free?

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

### Is HomeWorked free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Back or HomeWorked?

HomeWorked is rated higher. Back averages 2.4 out of 5 from 127 ratings, while HomeWorked averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Back or HomeWorked have ads?

Neither Back nor HomeWorked shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Back or HomeWorked?

Back ships an update every 3 weeks, and HomeWorked every 9 days. Most recently, Back was updated on November 1, 2026 and HomeWorked on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*