# Catch The Cow — compare scan vs direct select

> Educational app for physical disabilities to learn picture selection via scanning or touch. (iPhone/iPad app by Computerade Products.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-the-cow/id478002459 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Computerade Products](https://appshunter.io/developer/478002462)
- Category: Education
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-the-cow/id478002459/reviews.md

## What is Catch The Cow?

Catch the Cow helps children and adults with physical disabilities, to learn to select pictures using a scanning device.

It allows teachers, clinicians or parents to assess whether a user can learn beginning skills for choice making through auto scanning. Direct touch can also be used and accuracy of the two modes can be compared. Initially the user selects one of two squares. Then the level of difficulty gradually increases to select a picture from multiple rows and columns.

Catch the Cow provides a large on-screen button for selection as shown. An option is provided to use it with an external switch that is compatible with the Apple Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard. The space, enter,  ~, 1, 2, 3 or 4 key equivalents can be used to select.

Compatible Bluetooth controllers and switches are available from RJ Cooper & Asoociates Inc. and Ablenet Inc.

## Key features

- Picture selection training
- Scanning device compatibility
- Direct touch input
- Adjustable difficulty levels
- External switch support
- Comparison of scanning vs. direct touch accuracy

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-the-cow/id478002459/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Black screen

*2014-10-15*

Where did the cow go? I only get a black screen.

**Developer response:** This is not a known problem. Please try deleting the App, then reload it from the App Store. If the problem persists please contact us at support@computerade.com.

### 1/5 — You get what you pay for...

*2014-06-09*

Not very engaging, cow moos when you touch it. You can't get out of the program to reset it. The screen size is small and displays in portrait.

**Developer response:** We are sorry that our app did not meet your expectations. Catch the Cow is intended as an assessment tool for users learning to use scan instead of direct touch. Tap on the Options button (gear icon) then tap on Confirm to access reset and other teacher/aide options.

## Frequently asked questions about Catch The Cow

### What is Catch The Cow used for?

Catch The Cow is an educational tool designed to help individuals with physical disabilities learn and practice picture selection skills using scanning or direct touch methods. It aids in assessing and developing foundational choice-making abilities.

### Who is the target audience for Catch The Cow?

The app is intended for children and adults with physical disabilities, as well as their educators, therapists, and parents. It supports learning and assessment in educational or therapeutic contexts.

### How does Catch The Cow help with learning?

It starts with simple two-square selections and gradually increases complexity to multiple rows and columns. This progressive approach helps users build skills in choice making through guided practice.

### Can Catch The Cow be used with external switches?

Yes, Catch The Cow supports external switches compatible with the Apple Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard. It also offers an option to use a large on-screen button for selection.

### What devices is Catch The Cow compatible with?

Catch The Cow is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It was last updated on October 14, 2024, with version 2.2.1.

### What is the age rating for Catch The Cow?

Catch The Cow has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older.

### Does Catch The Cow have ads?

No, Catch The Cow does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application without any in-app purchases or ads.

### How often is Catch The Cow updated?

The app was last updated on October 14, 2024, indicating ongoing support and potential for future improvements. The current version is 2.2.1.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2024-10-14

Minor bug fixes and improved performance.

### 2.1 — 2022-01-21

This version includes a 2-Switch Step Scan mode in addition to single switch Auto Scan. 
The Done, Help and Switch options buttons are now named instead of using symbols.

### 2.01 — 2021-08-15

Added App Preview. Removed Landscape Screen Shots.

### 2.0 — 2021-05-23

Version 2 is a complete rebuild to remove our old Flash based software and meet AppStore requirements.  The app is designed for iPads but this version works well on iPhones. Teachers and aides can still set options and view results by tapping on the gear icon and then the options button.  This version improves support for external assistive technology switches but some rarely used features have been removed e.g. two switch control. The user's iPhone or iPad must be updated to iOS 14 or later.

### 1.4 — 2016-09-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

This update enables Catch the Cow to run on an iPhone or an iPad and new preview videos. All features from the previous version including teacher options and switch control are preserved. This and some of our other iPad apps are being updated for iPhone use as the new phones have larger screens. 

Catch the Cow is designed to assess a user's ability to make selections either directly or using a scan. It does NOT require the iOS switch accessibility option.

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