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AlbumRescue vs ChoreLocks

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AlbumRescue compared with ChoreLocks
DetailAlbumRescue logo AlbumRescueChoreLocks logo ChoreLocks
What it doesMac app that reads Photos libraries from external drives, old Macs, damaged copies or Time Machine backups, and saves albums as folders They do the work. They get the reward.
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2026
Based inNO US
Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree: scan, all lists, comparison, and 10 photos saved. Full export: USD 34 once for 2 Macs, with one year of updates. Not given
Key features
  • Finds Photos libraries on external drives (APFS, encrypted APFS, HFS+, exFAT) and in Time Machine backups
  • Reads library database without modifying original library or backup
  • Shows which originals are on disk and which cannot be saved
  • Compares albums, folders and items between two libraries
  • Saves folders with original files, XMP sidecars and CSV report
  • Works offline with no account or cloud upload required
  • Reads change journals when database is damaged or missing
  • AI photo check that grades fairly by age
  • Real phone locking via Apple Screen Time
  • Legendary Prize system for major rewards
  • Real gift cards attached to rewards
  • Streaks, races, and badges
  • School calendar integration
  • Parent Dashboard on web and mobile
  • Daily rotating store with deals and surprises
  • Family chat with visibility controls
What makes it different
  • Reads Photos libraries from damaged backups and Time Machine copies that Photos itself cannot open
  • Shows exactly what photos are stored locally versus in iCloud before exporting
  • Exports as plain folders with XMP metadata that any app can use, not locked into Photos
  • Completely private and offline with no account, no upload, no AI
  • Uses AI to verify chores fairly by age rather than just checking them off
  • Real phone locking that genuinely restricts app access until chores are done
  • Includes real gift cards and physical prizes as rewards
  • Sets up entire family in under one minute
  • Automatically adjusts for school schedules and relaxes locks on days off
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)36 −1 (down) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)70
Citation Flow (Majestic)2611
Referring domains (Majestic)161

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