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Pushover vs Prowl: catalog facts
PushoverProwl
Paid

One-time in-app purchase per platform after a 30-day free trial; Teams is billed monthly…

Paid

Sold as an iOS app; check the App Store for the current price.

Android, iOS, Web iOS, Web
  • No subscription for individual use
  • Simple API for scripts and servers
  • Simple API for sending notifications from scripts
  • Many existing third-party integrations
  • Relies on the Pushover hosted service
  • Paid per platform after the trial
  • iOS only
  • Built around Growl, which is no longer common on desktops
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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