BlackBook vs Dex at a glance
| BlackBook | Dex | |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | iPhone-native personal CRM focused on follow-through and privacy | Personal CRM that consolidates contacts from email, calendar, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, iMessage, phone contacts and more |
| Platforms | iPhone (iOS 17.6+) | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Chrome extension |
| Account required | No | Yes (sign up with email, Google or Apple) |
| Where data lives | On your iPhone + your private iCloud | Dex’s service; Dex says it will never sell your data |
| Pricing | Free plan (25 people); optional Pro subscription | Paid plans (Premium, Professional, Team) with a 6-day free trial; see their site for current prices |
Sources (checked October 15, 2026): getdex.com, getdex.com/pricing. Competitor details change; check their site for current information.
When BlackBook is the better fit
- You want your relationship notes to stay on your device and in your own iCloud.
- You don’t want to create yet another account or connect your social profiles.
- You mainly use iPhone and want a native, fast app.
- You want AI recaps that run on-device with Apple Intelligence.
When Dex may suit you better
If you use several platforms (including Android or Windows) and want contacts synced automatically from LinkedIn, email, calendars and messaging apps, Dex is built for that workflow.
BlackBook facts
- Platform: iPhone, iOS 17.6 or later
- Price: free download; optional BlackBook Pro subscription (prices shown in the app)
- Free plan: 25 people, 2 notes per person, 30 days of interaction history
- Pro: unlimited people and full history, VIP reminders and insights, relationship notes with tags, duplicate detection, BlackBook AI
- AI: on-device via Apple Intelligence (Pro, iOS 26, compatible iPhone)
- Privacy: data on your device and private iCloud, no account, no ad SDKs, data never sold
- Developer: Preston Earnest / Earnestly Studios LLC
Frequently asked questions
Is BlackBook a good Dex alternative?
Yes, if you want a private, iPhone-native personal CRM. BlackBook needs no account, stores data on your device and private iCloud, includes no ad SDKs, and is free to start with 25 people.
Can I move from Dex to BlackBook?
BlackBook works with people on your iPhone; start by adding the people you want to keep in touch with. For exporting your data from Dex, check Dex’s own documentation.
Is BlackBook free?
Yes. BlackBook is free to download with a free plan of 25 people, two notes per person, and 30 days of history. BlackBook Pro is optional.
Keep your promises.
BlackBook is free to download for iPhone (iOS 17.6+). Start with 25 people—no account needed.
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