# Transparency vs RYOBI

The clearest difference is rating: RYOBI at 4.7 against Transparency's 2.2. RYOBI also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 26) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Transparency's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

RYOBI holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RYOBI has 13K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Transparency's written reviews are positive against 30% of RYOBI's.

Transparency ships an update every 2 months, RYOBI every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Transparency | RYOBI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transparency/id1151746202/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ryobi/id6504251252/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.0% of reviews | **30.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMZN Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/297606954) | [One World Technologies, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/915404170) |

## What reviewers say

### Transparency

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transparency/id1151746202)

Scan enrolled products to confirm their authenticity. Access additional details like videos, promotions, manufacturing dates, or locations for participating items.

**Highlights:** Scan products for authenticity, Verify product authenticity, View product videos, Access promotions, Check manufacturing date, See product location

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Verifies authenticity
- 👍 Works as expected
- 💡 Useful for checking counterfeit products

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Camera issues (overexposure, unable to focus)
- ❌ Provides minimal information beyond product details
- 🤔 Unclear purpose and usefulness

**Reported bugs**

- Scanning issues (unable to read QR codes)
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- More detailed product information (manufacturing date, origin, certifications, etc.)
- Ability to save/view scanned product history
- Improved camera functionality and controls


### RYOBI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ryobi/id6504251252)

Manage, monitor, and maximize your tools with this app. Register new purchases, track connected tools, and explore the product catalog. Access manuals, warranty information, and find nearby retailers.

**Highlights:** Product registration with OCR and barcode scanning, Monitor and manage connected tools, View tool status and metrics, Access product manuals and resources, Explore product catalog and details, Find nearest retailer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy registration process
- 👍 Useful app features
- 💡 Helpful for managing Bluetooth devices
- 🚀 Quick and easy tool registration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Login/authentication issues
- 🐛 Receipt/registration problems
- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
- 👎 Poor user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to get past login screen
- Failure to complete receipt uploads
- Incorrect product registration

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete registered products
- Support for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Transparency free?

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

### Is RYOBI free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Transparency or RYOBI?

RYOBI is rated higher. Transparency averages 2.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while RYOBI averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do Transparency or RYOBI have ads?

Neither Transparency nor RYOBI shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Transparency or RYOBI?

Transparency ships an update every 2 months, and RYOBI every 2 weeks. Most recently, Transparency was updated on September 23, 2026 and RYOBI on September 24, 2026.

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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.*