Highly recommended hockey manager app
We’ve used BenchApp since we started and a few years ago. I’ve learned many of the features over time. What’s great is the simplicity of the app to add new players to the roster and the COVID check is a plus. The app can always use improvements and that feedback starts with teams managers and players a like to provide them. Kudos to BenchApp!
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Been using BenchApp for years
First couple of years I used the free version and moved up to the paid version about 4 years ago. They will continue to get my money. BenchApp is worth every penny. The developers are super responsive. I’m blown away by the attention I’ve received when requesting new features or finding the slightest issue with the app. They have always provided a solution that works well. There was a time the app felt a little slow, but I haven’t experienced that issue for the past year. I’ve played for a lot of other hockey teams and experienced their management tools and BenchApp bests those apps by far. I wish those teams used BenchApp. It’s rather frustrating when they don’t. Continue the great work BenchApp Devs! Happy to say “thank you” for your efforts in creating a solid product.
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Great idea!
This is a MUST HAVE if you manage a skate (or more than one). People can message each other, show availability, and PAY in advance.
Of course, there are some kinks to work out but who cares! Managing a skate just got a whole lot easier.
Of course, there are some kinks to work out but who cares! Managing a skate just got a whole lot easier.
Worth upgrading to Pro? Ehh mostly.
The upgrade saves a lot of headaches for sure, but the app itself doesn’t seem very stable at times. A handful of guys on the team can’t use the pictures in chat feature, servers seem to be down semi-frequently. There was a poll option that I liked but now it’s gone? Was that removed? Overall the $9/mo saves you the hassle of hearding cats.
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Response from developer
Hi there! Thank you for your review and questions. The poll and bulletin feature has moved into chatter while we rebuild the dashboard. Please see them at the bottom right of the chatter messages area. We have also tripled our server capacity and should have a fix for the image upload issues as well!
Annoying Pop-ups
I’ve never had to use an app that reliably makes me have to close out pop-ups pushing me to “enable notifications” or “get premium”. Takes at least several pushy ads until I can even use the app. No, I don’t want to pay $9/month and enabling all push notifications just to check attending/missing my games.
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Signs me out and tells me my password is wrong every week
I’m in my 100th password reset, done using this app for our teams, how can it be that hard to keep someone signed in?
Best team management app with the BEST service!
We’ve been using the free version for several seasons and then about six months ago we went to the paid version. It’s SO worth it.
As the captain, I used to have to still go into Facebook for some players, emails for some, and text the others and then try to compile it all even in the app to keep track of who we needed to call if we needed subs. The paid version took care of ALL that. I just required everyone get the app or at least sign up for it. Even if they didn’t install it, they still got the emails and texts! This became a lifesaver for removing the captaincy headache of trying to get twenty adults all on the same page.
Then earlier today, I had a little snafu with my account and emailed support. The owner replied within a couple hours and everything is all good. I can’t wait to get back to playing, but I know at least until I do, i’ll still be in touch with my team and subs and we will be well ahead of the next season when it’s ready to start (post virus restrictions).
As the captain, I used to have to still go into Facebook for some players, emails for some, and text the others and then try to compile it all even in the app to keep track of who we needed to call if we needed subs. The paid version took care of ALL that. I just required everyone get the app or at least sign up for it. Even if they didn’t install it, they still got the emails and texts! This became a lifesaver for removing the captaincy headache of trying to get twenty adults all on the same page.
Then earlier today, I had a little snafu with my account and emailed support. The owner replied within a couple hours and everything is all good. I can’t wait to get back to playing, but I know at least until I do, i’ll still be in touch with my team and subs and we will be well ahead of the next season when it’s ready to start (post virus restrictions).
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Like the app but...
Why, after the latest update, do I HAVE to sign up for the pay version “as a trial”? I don’t have a card set up with my ID so if their is no way around it, I guess I’ll back to txt message. Up until now, I loved the app but it’s gonna be hard to continue as is.
Great App
Great App. So easy to manage my team for game reminders, team communication, etc. Although...new development...I for some reason am unable to print my lines from the app to a printer connected via Bluetooth. I hit print and nothing happens. Used to be able to do it but not anymore. Besides that. This app is great.
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