Congress+ is no longer available in the App Store. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Congress+ is 35 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

Congress+ User Reviews

Name: Congress+
Rating: 3.21053 (19 reviews)

Congress+

Cohen Research Group

📚 Education

🔍 Reference

Customer Experience

Positive experience76.0% of reviews

Neutral4.0% of reviews

Negative experience20.0% of reviews

~ Based on 50 written reviews from the US App Store.

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Useful app

Very useful app, thanks! I even recommend it to some staffers on the Hill, who where unaware it exists)

CLO_LT

3 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks so much!

Hidden charge for current data

Additional charge to update to current data the same day I bought it

Marine Doc 1776

4 years ago

Response from developer

The “hidden” charge is right in the description. We reduce the price so that people who already purchased the app can pay only $.99 to get the update. We think that’s fair. We don’t think you should buy a new app every year. Feel free to get a refund from Apple if this doesn’t work for you. We feel it’s more than fair given the price point.

Great app

Gotta love how the developer makes a point to note the GOP members who voted to object to certify in 2020. Doesn’t do so for Dems (e.g. Sheila Jackson-Lee, Barbara Lee) who objected in 2016.

Great app though. Very useful.

kaffakid2

4 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks for rating the app with four stars. We appreciate it. We only point that particular vote out because it’s relevant to the current election both in primaries and the general election and the majority of the Republican caucus voted for it, not a fringe few. We’ve been asked by both Republicans and Democrats to list this information.

Author's Liberal Bias on Full Display

Bios info for several Republican law makers indicated they failed to vote to certify the 2020 elections. However; Cohen fails to note the same info for several Democrats who did the same in 2000, 2004 and 2016 elections (Waters, Johnson, etc.). Facts do matter unless you have a political bias.

james10

4 years ago

Response from developer

Original reply: Please email us with your concerns. We'd be happy to help! — Edited reply post one-star: We’re not going to argue the politics here because, unlike your claims, we think you’d be surprised by the distribution of the political leanings for folks who work on this. It’s not about that. Here’s why we included that comment: 1. It is historically relevant and unique. This vote took place in the wake of January 6. In addition, some Republicans changed their minds about voting this way and other did not, and we have had users on both sides ask about it. Moreover, The Bush votes did not add up to a majority of the caucus, unlike in this case. 2. It is 2022 campaign relevant. Both parties are referencing the vote this year, both in primaries, and I’m sure in general elections to come in November. This is information people want to know to help them make voting decisions so we are providing it. We’re sorry that your feelings of perceived bias has led you here. Feel free to delete the app and get a refund. Apple makes it very easy. If you’re having trouble, feel free to email us at the email address listed here. We truly do not want folks using the app who are not comfortable with the content. Perhaps you can find an alternative that better fits your needs. Be well, james10. Sincerely, MC

This used to be so good?

What happen? Where are the committees? I paid for this again to get the update and now the new version doesn’t have any way to see who is on what committee? #fail

ceantelo

5 years ago

Response from developer

Thank you for your review. You seem to have downloaded the wrong version. CongressPro is the only app from us that has separate committees section. Don’t worry this happens occasionally. With Congress+ you can see committees under each members political page. I just downloaded it and it is working. I suggest you ask for a refund from Apple for this version and just say it was a simple mistake. Apple is cool like that. Then download CongressPro. If you have any other questions at all please email me at help@congressinyourpocket.com. I answer every email personally and I own the company. - MC

Not preloaded with 117th congress

I paid 5.99 for this app on Feb 4, 2021. The app description says "preloaded with 117th congress. It is not. I need to do an in-app purchase for 1.99. The correct price for this app should be 7.98. I don't mind paying that price but don't like receiving an obsolete product for 5.99.

anna-aaaa

6 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks for taking the time to review the app. In the very first sentence of the description we say that the app does not ship with the 117th Congress. The app requires an in-app purchase to unlock the current database. We do this so that current app owners don’t need to be charged every two years the full price of the app. We’re sorry you missed that part of the description. Feel free to request a refund from Apple. - MC

Follow Congress In Your Pocket App

Most helpful App on Capitol Hill. I use it constantly; close to indispensable.
I’ve had a couple of suggestions and questions, and the owner gets back instantly. Cohen impresses me as one committed and professional individual.

jmagill51

6 years ago

Solid support

I enjoy this app, and, when I had a support need, I got prompt support with little wait. I really appreciate this company.

RemiBoncoeur

6 years ago

PA redistricting issue is FIXED

For anyone in PA, the database now reflects the new Congressional Districts correctly. It was done without an app update since it was a dbase issue on their server.

The app runs smoothly, and is helpful for politics junkies like me who like to quickly and easily get the scoop on what our politicians are up to.

Customer service is phenomenal. I was happily surprised to learn that the creator himself, Dr. Michael Cohen, emailed back and forth with me to fix the issue I had. Then he followed up when it was corrected.

cmdunn1972

6 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks so much for the review! FYI, updates to this app are coming soon. We just want to release it after we make calls for staff updates and committees are assigned. You might know that they’re a bit ... busy right now. - MC

Great App

I love this app. I use all the time.

Sreve A

6 years ago

Response from developer

Thank you so much!

Responsive

This app has been a great resource for me. I recently switched phones and was trying to make sure I downloaded all the same apps I used to have. When I couldn’t find it, I reached out to Congress in my pocket folks and they responded right away and sent me the link to the app. I’m very pleased.

Gravely Dissapointed

6 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks so much for the review and congrats on your new iPhone!

Doesn’t work. The app has been hacked by a retailer.

This has been an excellent app, but it has been hacked by a company that sells all kinds of hiking and other gear. The company is called The House. When I click on ANY link to a member’s website or attempt to open the page to contact a member of Congress, I get The House! I deleted the app and then downloaded it again from the App Store. Then, I paid $9.99 AGAIN for the update. And it still doesn’t work. Every link leads to The House retail website. Please refund my $9.99. I very much hope you can get The House off your app and make it the useful site it used to be.
Thank you!

$$lady

6 years ago

Response from developer

Thanks for the heads up. Super weird. That’s not what we are seeing. Please send us a screenshot example from a specific member to support [at] congressinyourpocket.com and I will check it out today, personally. - Mike

Charged twice for the 116th Congress upgrade

UPDATE: The developer responded and Apple has issued a refund. I have used this app for years and it has been a very useful tool for keeping up with Congressional members. I've adjusted my rating accordingly.

The app doesn't appear to recognize that I had already purchased the upgrade and touching the upgrade icon on the same device again will continue to charge your account .99 each time you do so.

All other apps will advise you that you have already purchased an upgrade and will not continue to charge for the same upgrade.

I will contact Apple for a refund and adjust this rating accordingly if and when this gets rectified.

DBRhodes

6 years ago

Response from developer

That really shouldn’t happen with what Apple calls “non-consumable” IAPs like this one. Please do get your 99¢ back and let us know if you’d like help. Feel free to email us directly and we will jump on a call. UPDATE: Thanks so much! Again, if anyone has a problem with the app, please reach out directly. We’re more than happy to help with IAP or any other issues you find using this or any of our apps.

All devices have to pay to upgrade

The info and functionality are ok but I had to pay to upgrade each app on my iPhone and iPad separately. The apps should share a common account and an upgrade should be shared across devices. It was so only an extra $1, but irritating none the less...:

SJH64

7 years ago

Response from developer

Wow. Weird. All you need to do is sign in under the same account, tap on Restore in More and you’re set. No double-billing!

So simple. Get up to date

2 years later and Jeff sessions is still Alabama senator. Sad

Voglerc

7 years ago

Not up to date

Useless unless it is updated. Doesn’t have current membership let alone committee composition.

Wshsnaksk

8 years ago

Response from developer

Current membership can be unlocked with the in-app purchase that should be going live soon. Committee assignments have only been released for the Senate GOP so far and are reflected in the app. If you are interested in it being updated all the time, please subscribe to CongressPro.

Continues To Be Excellent!

Over two years using this app and it remains stellar! It is my daily go-to reference for many of my needs related to our government in DC. Not only is the app fantastic, but the developer is amazingly responsive! He answers each and every email and phone call, usually within an hour, and is friendly and helpful. What a refreshing difference from the many automated and/or unresponsive customer service departments around the world. Bravo!

AnClar

11 years ago

Superb App, Essential Tool -- Love It !

This app is essential for anybody who is trying to follow Congress and work with Congressional offices. With 535 voting Members in the House and Senate, and thousands of staffers, you need a resource like this if you are serious about getting in touch and staying in touch with Congress. The app gives you great information on every Member of Congress including concise bios, and contact info for Members and their key staffers. The thing that amazes me about this app is how up to date it is. Things change fast and continuously on Capitol Hill, staffers come and go and change offices constantly and Members change also, but this app stays on top of the changes and keeps you up to date. It is very reliable. I've been using it for several years on my iPhone and now I have it loaded on my Mini iPad which is perfect-- a great size to work with and so portable! I keep it with me at all times when I am on The Hill.

Jay 535

13 years ago

Response from developer

Thank you so much for your review. We work VERY hard and hope you love the new updates.

Invaluable!

I've never reviewed an app before but this one is so great I had to review it! As a Senate staffer I find this app invaluable; having all of the information in one place is so convenient, I use it almost everyday! I don't like spending money on apps but this one was definitely worth it. I recommend this app for anyone who works on the Hill or lobbyists, think tank employees, Executive staffers, etc. who deal with Congress.

Merimbe

13 years ago

Great customer service!

Bought the new version of Congress on my Mac. Thought it would automatically sync with iPhone and iPad. I never got the option of okaying the meager .99 cost to upgrade. Could not find the version number I had, so didn't know if I had the new version or not. Sent an email to Mike at their web site. Had an answer back in less than an hour. He gave a couple of suggestions which did not work. With each problem I encountered, I sent another email to Mike. Generally within 10 minutes I had a reply. Finally, he suggested deleting the app on all devices and reinstalling. That worked. When I opened Congress on my iPad, it gave me the chance to pay the .99 for the upgrade. I did. Then, opened it on my iPhone and was asked for the .99 again. I thought I'd have to pay the .99 only once, but for a low cost, .99 twice was fine with me. I okayed it, and a message that I'd already paid the fee, and to tap a button to download on my phone for free. Nice touch. The app works fine on both devices, and I am glad to report on the responsiveness, quick, thorough, knowledgable and friendly support I got from the producers of the app!

csolson