# RYC 2016 vs MINI Rugby

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MINI Rugby at 100% against RYC 2016's 50%. RYC 2016's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MINI Rugby sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. RYC 2016 asks for nothing beyond the download.

RYC 2016 ships an update every 4 months, MINI Rugby every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RYC 2016 | MINI Rugby |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-rugby/id6743035795/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 122 MB | 254 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [S4C](https://appshunter.io/developer/726217760) | [Matt McCrum](https://appshunter.io/developer/996970412) |

## What reviewers say

### RYC 2016

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ryc-2016/id1030301291)

Test your rugby skills with kicking, passing, and conversion challenges. Compete in various game modes to become the ultimate player. Celebrate the 2016 RBS 6 Nations with this free-to-play game.

**Highlights:** Finger kicking control, Conversions mode, Kicking accuracy challenges, Passing target practice, Sequence memorization mode, Rugby 2016 celebration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### MINI Rugby

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-rugby/id6743035795)

Experience intense arcade-style rugby matches with fast-paced gameplay and bone-rattling hits. Choose from global national teams, compete in seasons and tournaments, and master intuitive controls to score tries and become the world's best.

**Highlights:** Play as favorite men's or women's national teams, Local multiplayer mode, Intuitive controls for passing, tackling, and scoring, Full season and tournament play, Team training and skill improvement, Stamina and power-up management, Player name customization

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rugby 7s Bronze Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rugby 7s Silver Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Rugby 7s Gold Pack | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RYC 2016 free?

RYC 2016 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MINI Rugby free?

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

### Do RYC 2016 or MINI Rugby have ads?

MINI Rugby shows ads; RYC 2016 does not.

### Which is updated more often, RYC 2016 or MINI Rugby?

RYC 2016 ships an update every 4 months, and MINI Rugby every 3 months. Most recently, RYC 2016 was updated on October 24, 2026 and MINI Rugby on October 24, 2026.

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