# MLS vs 1905 Barbershop

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MLS at 12K against 1905 Barbershop's 5. 1905 Barbershop's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for MLS against 5.0 for 1905 Barbershop. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MLS has 12K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MLS | 1905 Barbershop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mls-client/id1060543722/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1905-barbershop/id6748964591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 57.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 143 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prospects Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/422759717) | [1905 Barbershop, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828249718) |

## What reviewers say

### MLS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mls-client/id1060543722)

Search the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) to find your next home. Share notes and listings directly with your real estate agent. Requires a code provided by your REALTOR® subscribed to MLS-Touch.

**Highlights:** MLS property search, Share notes with agent, Share listings with agent, Access via REALTOR® code, Dream home finder

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Easy to communicate with agent
- 💡 Helpful features like mortgage calculator

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and frequently crashes
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and filter search results
- 🔍 Inaccurate listing information and pictures

**Reported bugs**

- Listings not loading properly
- App freezing and force closing
- Incorrect mapping of listing details

**Requested features**

- Broader search and filtering options
- Improved map view and ability to highlight favorites
- Price history and school rating information


### 1905 Barbershop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1905-barbershop/id6748964591)

Easily book and pay for barber services. View the full service menu, check real-time availability, and secure your preferred appointment time. The app also sends reminders and allows for easy appointment management.

**Highlights:** View service menu and prices, Check availability and book appointments, Secure in-app payments and tipping, Receive appointment reminders, Manage appointments (reschedule, cancel), Get directions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MLS free?

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

### Is 1905 Barbershop free?

1905 Barbershop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MLS or 1905 Barbershop?

1905 Barbershop is rated higher. MLS averages 4.9 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while 1905 Barbershop averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do MLS or 1905 Barbershop have ads?

Neither MLS nor 1905 Barbershop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MLS or 1905 Barbershop?

MLS ships an update every 2 months, and 1905 Barbershop every 2 months. Most recently, MLS was updated on November 9, 2026 and 1905 Barbershop on October 30, 2026.

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