Skool Loop vs MLC School NZ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Skool Loop
This app serves as a central hub for school communications, offering features like push notifications, interview scheduling, and digital forms. It facilitates absentee reporting and provides access to school newsletters and event calendars, streamlining communication for schools and parents.
- Push notifications
- School interviews
- E forms
- Absentee reporting
- School newsletters
- Event calendars
- Translation options
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A comprehensive school app that is a “One Stop Shop” for all school communications. Includes push notifications School interviews E forms Translations options for notices Absentee reporting, with an option of directly reporting to schools SMS Schools’ newsletter and School event calendars. A complete service for schools to use to communicate quickly and precisely to all schools throughout NZ and Australia.
MLC School NZ
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MLC School is a comprehensive mobile application designed to inspire spiritual growth, learning, and community connection. Built around biblical education, the app gives you access to structured programs such as Healing School, Evangelism Training, Discipleship Courses, and the Bible Diploma Program. Each program includes articles, images, and resources to guide your spiritual journey. Stay informed with official MLC News and announcements, explore community discussions, and share your own posts with rich media support. The app also offers a personalized dashboard, secure user profiles, avatar upload, and full account management to give you complete control over your experience. With push notifications, event updates, and a vibrant community feed, MLC School is more than just a learning platform—it’s a space for fellowship, growth, and active engagement.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MLC School NZ at none against Skool Loop's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Skool Loop | MLC School NZ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (43 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 91.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 43 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Advert Media | NZ Marketing Group Limited |
Bugs and requests
Skool Loop
Reported bugs
6 issues- Notifications not arriving or arriving significantly delayed
- Signature recognition failure on absence forms
- Australian app showing only New Zealand regions
- App crashes or glitches during use
- Unauthorized charges to payment methods
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- Regional selection not working properly after reinstall
Requested features
8 requests- Dark mode for easier reading
- Calendar integration with device calendar
- Tag/bookmark feature to read messages later
- Two-way communication system
- Improved signature functionality for absence notes
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- Expand school coverage to more institutions
- Better notification reliability
- Multi-school view without switching
MLC School NZ
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Skool Loop
No in-app purchases
MLC School NZ
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Skool Loop free?
Is MLC School NZ free?
Do Skool Loop or MLC School NZ have ads?
Which is updated more often, Skool Loop or MLC School NZ?
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