# Playground Buddy

> Playground Buddy helps families find playgrounds all over the world!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playgroundbuddy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playgroundbuddy)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.playgroundbuddy`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Birds Eye Technology Inc.
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 180,447
- **Rating:** 2.97 / 5 (285 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.7.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-12
- **First published:** 2014-06-06
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playgroundbuddy)
- **Website:** [https://www.playgroundbuddy.com/](https://www.playgroundbuddy.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.playgroundbuddy.com/termsprivacy.html](http://www.playgroundbuddy.com/termsprivacy.html)

## Description

Playground Buddy is a user-friendly Chrome extension designed to help families locate playgrounds all over the globe. With access to a vast database of more than 350,000 playgrounds across over 170 countries, users can effortlessly search for playgrounds nearby or in distant locations. The extension offers features like viewing photos or street views before visiting, obtaining easy directions, and sharing playground details even with those who don't have the app.

Additionally, users can create and save favorite playground lists and contribute by adding new playgrounds or improving existing listings to benefit the wider community. Playground Buddy empowers families to explore and enjoy playgrounds confidently, fostering outdoor fun and community contribution.

## Rankings

- #168,053 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.playgroundbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `in.wptrafficanalyzer.locationingooglemapv2.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users like the idea and find it helpful for locating playgrounds and planning trips, and many appreciate how easy it is to contribute. However, data quality and search reliability are the main blockers, with listings often inaccurate or not publicly accessible, and advanced search results returning errors. Photo coverage is sparse, making it hard to judge parks. Login requirements hinder updates and favorites. Map reliability and app performance also frustrate users, highlighting the need for data cleanup, media uploads, and a robust search and map experience.

### Pros

- Helps locate nearby playgrounds and assess features.
- Easy to contribute updates and information.
- Simple, easy-to-use app design.
- Useful for travel and exploring parks abroad.
- Family-friendly tool that supports planning outings.

### Cons

- Data accuracy issues: many listings are not actual parks (gardens, private property, schools).
- Poor search/filters: advanced search shows question marks; general search not reliable.
- Lack of photos: many playgrounds have no photos, making it hard to judge quality.
- Login and content update limitations: can't login on mobile or save favorites/upload photos.
- Map reliability and performance problems: map sometimes not displaying, outdated data, random panning, lag/battery drain.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playgroundbuddy)