Data Usage Cat 11.0.0

Data Usage Cat 11.0.0

JchanKchan  ❘ Freeware
iOS
Latest Version
11.0.0
Safe to install

Cute cat-themed data tracker that’s simple but dated

Human-built. AI-enhanced.
Boris Weber

Data Usage Cat uses a playful cat UI to show your cellular and Wi‑Fi usage automatically with cycle resets and background tracking, but the app appears lightly maintained (last major update 2020), has minimal reviews, and lacks clear privacy details and some modern conveniences like a widget.
2026 Editor's Rating
VERY GOOD User Rating

DataUsageCat offers an engaging and practical approach to monitoring your mobile data consumption, combining useful functionality with a charming feline-themed interface. The application provides clear insights into your data cap, represented through four distinct cat expressions that visually communicate your usage status.

Designed to promote responsible data management, DataUsageCat encourages users to develop better habits by offering easy-to-understand visual cues, ensuring you stay within your limits without the need for constant manual checks.

Its intuitive design features essential statistics presented in a straightforward manner, making data tracking accessible and effortless. The background tracking capability automatically retrieves usage information from iOS, eliminating the need for manual interactions after setup.

Additional capabilities include:

  • Monitoring both cellular (LTE/3G) and Wi-Fi usage
  • Automatic reset aligned with billing cycle dates
  • Historical views of usage per billing cycle
  • Compatible with all carriers

Overview

Data Usage Cat is a Freeware software in the category System Utilities developed by JchanKchan.

The latest version of Data Usage Cat is 11.0.0, released on 02/21/2026. It was initially added to our database on 02/21/2026.

Data Usage Cat runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Data Usage Cat gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Simple, focused purpose — shows data usage for cellular (LTE/3G) and Wi‑Fi in an easy-to-read, visually distinctive UI using a cat expression meter
  • Background tracking and automatic retrieval of usage statistics from iOS — minimal user setup and no ongoing manual input required
  • Auto-reset by billing cycle and ability to view past usage by bill cycle — good for month-to-month monitoring
  • Cute, lightweight design with small app size (~45 MB) and iPad support (also supports Split View on iPad)
  • Free to download
  • Supports English and Japanese
  • Works with all carriers (relies on iOS-provided usage data rather than carrier portals)
  • Long history of updates and bug fixes through 2020, showing ongoing maintenance in the past
  • Developer provides a privacy policy link on the App Store page

Cons

  • Very few App Store ratings / limited public feedback (App Store shows only 1 rating) — hard to judge reliability from crowd feedback
  • App Store lists no developer-provided privacy details in Apple's privacy summary (developer will be required to provide details on next update) — potential concerns about data handling transparency
  • No visible widget (a user-requested feature appears in the review) — lacks modern home-screen/widget support that many competing data-monitor apps provide
  • Last significant update listed in 2020 — uncertain whether the app fully supports the latest iOS features or has active ongoing development
  • Feature set is basic compared with many modern data-monitoring apps (no mention of push alerts for thresholds, per-app breakdown, carrier bill import, or export/share capabilities)
  • Relies on iOS-provided usage statistics which can be less granular or delayed compared with apps that combine carrier APIs or VPN-based monitoring
  • Unknown handling of edge cases (e.g., tethering, dual-SIM accounting, eSIMs, or multiple plans) — not documented on the App Store page
  • No clear information about in-app purchases, subscriptions, or ads on the App Store listing — potential surprises after installation
  • Twitter/dev social presence link (developer Twitter) does not surface helpful public information (profile content not available from provided URL fetch)

FAQ

What is Data Usage Cat?

Data Usage Cat is an iOS utility app by JchanKchan that tracks your cellular (LTE/3G/5G) and Wi‑Fi data usage and displays key statistics with a cute cat-themed interface and expressive meter.

Which devices and iOS versions does Data Usage Cat support?

The app supports iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and newer Apple devices. Per the App Store listing it requires iOS 10.0 / iPadOS 10.0 or later; newer updates have been optimized for more recent iOS releases.

How does the app track my data usage?

Data Usage Cat retrieves usage statistics automatically from iOS and runs background tracking, so after installation it will update your data usage without needing manual input.

Can Data Usage Cat separate cellular and Wi‑Fi usage?

Yes. The app tracks both cellular (LTE/3G/5G) and Wi‑Fi usage separately and presents the information in its meter and statistics screens.

Does the app support my carrier and billing cycle?

Yes. The app works with all carriers and offers an auto reset feature on your bill cycle date so you can view usage by billing cycle and track month‑to‑month history.

Is my usage data shared or how is my privacy handled?

The App Store listing links to a developer privacy policy (privacy_en). The developer had not provided detailed privacy practice fields to Apple at the time of the listing, so review the linked privacy policy for specifics about data handling.

How do I view past usage or historical data?

Data Usage Cat allows you to view past usage organized by bill cycle so you can compare previous months’ usage from within the app.

How do I set my bill cycle date or limits?

In the app settings you can configure your bill cycle date and data cap. The app will auto reset usage on that date and show your current status relative to the cap using the cat meter.

Where can I get support or follow the developer?

Support and updates are available via the App Store listing (developer: JchanKchan / Wataru Suzuki) and you can follow the developer on Twitter at https://twitter.com/DevJchanKchan for announcements.


Boris Weber

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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