# Root vs SubKill

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Root at none against SubKill's 2. Root also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SubKill sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Root asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Root | SubKill |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (74K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/root-better-car-insurance/id1021256908/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **74K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 15.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 176 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Root, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1021256907) | [Sergei Sharov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1636640394) |

## What reviewers say

### Root

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/root-better-car-insurance/id1021256908)

This app offers car, renters, and home insurance tailored for good drivers. It uses smart technology to provide personalized rates based on driving habits, making insurance more affordable and convenient. Manage policies, file claims, and access roadside assistance all within the app.

**Highlights:** Usage-based car insurance discounts, Renters insurance from $6/month, Customizable homeowners insurance, Fast claims filing, 24/7 Roadside Assistance, Policy management in-app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Affordable rates
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🚗 Driving-based insurance
- 🔒 Roadside assistance included
- 💰 Significant savings compared to other insurers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Unclear how driving score is calculated
- 📞 Poor customer service and long wait times
- 💰 Rates increase significantly after initial period
- 🚫 Difficulty changing payment plans
- 🚧 Unreliable claims process

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent scoring during test drive
- Issues with updating vehicle information

**Requested features**

- Ability to distinguish between driver and passenger
- More transparency on how rates are determined


### SubKill

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subkill-subscription-tracker/id6780219831)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SubKill Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| SubKill Pro | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Root free?

Root is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SubKill free?

SubKill is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Root or SubKill have ads?

Neither Root nor SubKill shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*