# BoosterBuddy

> Health & Fitness

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id906538988](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id906538988)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id906538988`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Island Health
- **Category:** Health & Fitness
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (138 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2021-06-02
- **First published:** 2014-09-06
- **Size:** 152 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/boosterbuddy/id906538988)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.islandhealth.ca/about-us/accountability/information-stewardship-access-privacy/privacy-confidentiality](https://www.islandhealth.ca/about-us/accountability/information-stewardship-access-privacy/privacy-confidentiality)

## Description

BoosterBuddy is a free app designed to help teens and young adults improve their mental health. It guides users through daily check-ins, coping skills, and routines to establish and sustain positive habits, while tracking tasks and appointments.

As of April 30, 2021, Island Health no longer supports BoosterBuddy, and future operating system upgrades may render the app unusable. For alternatives, visit HeretoHelp.bc.ca or talk with your physician or care team.

## Rankings

- #119,279 — Overall
- #37 — boost
- #68 — author

## Review summary

BoosterBuddy is lauded for its intuitive interface, bite-sized tasks, and evidence-based coping tools, plus mood tracking and reminders supported by a friendly avatar. However, reviewers worry that the app is no longer well maintained, with calls for updates and more content. Some also find the design outdated or juvenile and desire better customization and social features to enhance community support.

### Pros

- Intuitive, user-friendly interface that makes navigation easy.
- Short, manageable tasks and engaging quests that fit into a busy teen schedule and sustain motivation.
- Evidence-based mental health content (CBT and mindfulness) with structured check-ins.
- Mood tracking and reminders (mood logs, medication reminders, and calendar integration) that support self-care.
- Caring animated buddy that provides motivation, accountability, and crisis/self-care support.

### Cons

- Updates have stalled or the app may no longer be supported, raising concerns about maintenance and longevity.
- Design can feel outdated or overly juvenile, with calls for a more mature, customizable interface.
- Limited social features or peer support within the app, hindering community connection.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id906538988)