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Pushcut vs Prowl: catalog facts
Pushcut	Prowl
Freemium Free to start, with paid tiers for more features.	Paid Sold as an iOS app; check the App Store for the current price.
iOS	iOS, Web
Actionable notifications that run Shortcuts from a webhook or API call Time, location and HomeKit triggers	Simple API for sending notifications from scripts Many existing third-party integrations
Apple devices only Background automation server needs a device left running	iOS only Built around Growl, which is no longer common on desktops
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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