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Best Push Notifications Apps

185+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to push notifications or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 185+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Top Picks for Push Notifications

Pushover Notifications#1

Pushover Notifications by Pushover, LLC

Simple Push Notifications
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.8😊(3.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This service sends custom push notifications from various web apps, scripts, and devices directly to your iPhone, iPad, or desktop. It offers a free trial with a one-time purchase for unlimited usage, and includes an Apple Watch app for on-the-go alerts.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Fantastic service
  • πŸ‘ Couldn't be easier
  • πŸ‘ Best App on my phone for awareness of energy efficient house
  • πŸ‘ Really good app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Stopped working after I paid for it
  • πŸ› Hasn't worked yet
  • πŸ› Charged twice for liscense
Push Notification - Client#2

Push Notification - Client by Alok Singh

Client app to test apns
Strong Contender
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.1(58 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app allows developers to test their server-side Apple Push Notification service (APNS) implementations. It provides device tokens, bundle identifiers, and certificates for testing, along with code examples in various languages to aid backend development.

ntfy#3

ntfy by Philipp Heckel

Push notifications via REST
Worth Considering
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.8😊(353 ratings)
Free
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This app allows you to send push notifications to your phone from scripts or other applications using simple HTTP requests. It acts as a client for a free, open-source pub-sub service, enabling you to receive alerts and updates directly on your device.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Simple and easy to use
  • πŸ”’ Great for self-hosting
  • πŸ‘ Reliable and works as expected
  • πŸš€ Quick and easy to set up

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Notification issues on iOS
  • πŸ” Limited features compared to other platforms
  • πŸ” Lacks customization options

More Push Notifications apps to explore

4
Notify App
Notify App
Notify App
Push notifs from web apps
Free

Receive push notifications from web applications directly on your mobile device. Easily connect by scanning a QR code to get real-time alerts for important updates, bypassing email overload. Developers can integrate this service to offer native push notifications without building a full mobile app.

Receive web app notifications on mobileQR code scanning for easy connectionReal-time and direct alerts
πŸ”§ Utilities
(14)
free
5
Bark - Custom Notifications
Bark - Custom Notifications
Bark - Custom Notifications
Privacy-Protected Push Tool
Free

Send custom push notifications to your iPhone via an HTTP API. Supports advanced features like custom icons, grouping, and critical alerts. Offers privacy-protected, end-to-end encrypted pushes with self-deployable server options.

HTTP API for push notificationsCustom icons and groupingContinuous and critical alerts
πŸ”§ Utilities
(99)
free with in-app purchases
6
OnCue: Push Notifications
OnCue: Push Notifications
OnCue: Push Notifications
Set reminders to be notified
Free

Schedule timely alerts for tasks, reminders, or events. This app offers a clean interface for creating and managing notifications without requiring an account or internet connection. It ensures you never miss important moments with its reliable on-device functionality.

Schedule notifications at exact timesCreate and manage reminders easilyOrganized list of upcoming alerts
πŸ“Š Productivity
(3)
free with in-app purchases
7
notifi
notifi
notifi
Push notifications over HTTP
Free

This utility app allows users to receive push notifications via simple HTTP(s) requests. It's designed for embedding into various platforms and services, enabling custom notification systems.

Receive push notificationsHTTP(s) request integrationMulti-platform support
πŸ”§ Utilities
(8)
free
8
Push To Me
Push To Me
Push To Me
Receive Push Notifications
Free

This app lets you subscribe to specific senders to receive important push notifications. Manage your notification subscriptions to get timely alerts when you need them most.

Receive important push notificationsSubscribe to specific sendersManage notification subscriptions
πŸ“Š Productivity
(2)
free
9
PushBack Notifications
PushBack Notifications
PushBack Notifications
Actionable Push Notif API
Free

Receive and interact with notifications directly from your iPhone. This API allows for actionable notifications with buttons and reply fields, enabling server and script interaction without opening the app. It supports synchronous responses and custom callback URLs for seamless integration.

Actionable notifications with buttonsReply textbox for direct inputSynchronous interaction with servers
πŸ“Š Productivity
(5)
free with in-app purchases
10
Pushsafer
Pushsafer
Pushsafer
Push Notifications
Free

Send and receive real-time push notifications across devices via email, URL, or API. Customize notifications with various options and track locations. Ideal for alerts, reminders, and automation.

Real-time push notificationsSend via email, URL, or APICustomizable notification options
πŸ”§ Utilities
(59)
free
11
Pushcut: Shortcuts Automation
Pushcut: Shortcuts Automation
Pushcut: Shortcuts Automation
Notifications and Widgets
Free

Automate your digital life with smart notifications and custom widgets. Trigger workflows based on time, location, or external services. Design dynamic home screen widgets to display personalized information.

Smart notificationsCustomizable widgetsLocation-based triggers
πŸ”§ Utilities
(533)
freemium
12
Shortcuts (Quick Open)
Shortcuts (Quick Open)
Shortcuts (Quick Open)
Open up apps quickly
Free

Access your most used applications instantly from various convenient locations. Launch apps directly from your lock screen, a dedicated widget, or through a long-press on their icons. Supports a wide range of system and third-party applications for rapid access.

Launch apps from lock screenToday View widget shortcutsHaptic touch app icon shortcuts
πŸ“Š Productivity
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
13
PushMeAlert
PushMeAlert
PushMeAlert
Push Notification API
Free

Send custom push notifications with images, sounds, and URLs. Automate alerts for website visitors, security systems, orders, server status, and goal achievements through a simple API.

Send notifications with imagesDefine custom URLs for notification tapsChoose from multiple notification sounds
πŸ”§ Utilities
(2)
free
14
PushNotifier Client
PushNotifier Client
PushNotifier Client
by Benjamin Schmidt
Free

Connect your devices and websites to receive notifications, links, and images. This service bridges the gap for devices and platforms without dedicated apps, offering a free and easy-to-use API for custom integrations.

Send and receive notifications across devicesShare links and imagesIntegrates with websites and IoT devices
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
free
15
Tiny Owl - Team Notifications
Tiny Owl - Team Notifications
Tiny Owl - Team Notifications
Team Push Notifications
Free

Instantly send and receive team push notifications for seamless coordination. Manage team members, broadcast messages, and customize alerts. Stay connected with reliable delivery tracking and notification history.

Instant push notificationsTeam management and membershipBroadcast messaging
πŸ“Š Productivity
(2)
free
16
brrr β€’ send push notifications
brrr β€’ send push notifications
brrr β€’ send push notifications
Make your devices go brrr
Free

Trigger notifications on your devices via HTTP requests from scripts, automations, or servers. This app offers a simple webhook for instant alerts, image attachments, and on-device history, integrating with Focus filters for context-aware delivery.

Trigger notifications via HTTP requestsSend alerts to all or single devicesOpen links directly from notifications
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(14)
free
17
JustPush.io
JustPush.io
JustPush.io
Instant notifications
Free
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
18
Onesignal Push Notification
Onesignal Push Notification
Onesignal Push Notification
Onesignal Push Notification
Free

This utility app allows users to send push notifications via the OneSignal API. It offers a straightforward interface for developers and businesses to manage their notification campaigns. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium features and ad removal.

Send push notificationsUtilize OneSignal APIManage notification campaigns
πŸ”§ Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
Push Hero - Test Notifications
Push Hero - Test Notifications
Push Hero - Test Notifications
Test push notifications
Free

Easily test push notifications with a universal Swift application. Save and load multiple push templates for different apps and scenarios, supporting token-based authentication with p8 files. Send notifications to multiple device tokens and track success with push IDs.

Save and load push templatesToken-based authentication with p8 fileEnter token content directly or via document picker
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
Push Bunny: POST to your phone
Push Bunny: POST to your phone
Push Bunny: POST to your phone
Push notifications made easy
Free
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)

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