Comparison

REFSIX vs Stack Officials

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

REFSIX

This app helps soccer referees manage matches with a timer, incident logging, and performance tracking. It syncs with other referee platforms and offers detailed statistics for analysis. Available on phone and smartwatch.

Highlights
  • Match timer with injury time tracking
  • Record match incidents (goals, cards, substitutions)
  • Smartwatch and phone compatibility
  • Performance statistics and analysis
  • Match and roster management
  • Temporary dismissal (sin-bin) tracking
Features
Currently charting
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The soccer referee app that combines timer, notebook and performance tracking into a single, easy-to-use app, which you can use on your smartwatch or phone, letting you concentrate on the match. See your Assignr and Ref Insight matches directly in the REFSIX app! REFSIX Features: - Add matches and rosters on your iPhone - Create matches for 5-a-side to 11-a-side football - Choose half length from 5 mins to 45 mins as well as the half time interval - Select if the match has extra time or penalties - Create templates of matches for different competitions - Add lineups for the game - Record match incidents in game on your smartwatch or phone - Record temporary dismissals (sin-bins) and be notified when the time is completed - Continuous timer, additional time timer and half time timer - Record injury time with a tap of the screen - Optionally record goal scorers - See all match incidents on your phone after the match - See your total distance covered - Track your fitness through the Apple Health and Activity apps Referee’s Process - Automatically see your upcoming matches from Assignr and Ref Insight or alternatively you can add them into the iPhone app manually. - On match day, select the match, add rosters and send to your smartwatch or phone - During the match you can record all of the key match incidents including goals, cards and substitutions as well as track the game time and injury time - After the match you can view a match report on your phone - The results page automatically updates giving you a running record of all of your matches REFSIX PRO is the advanced version of REFSIX that gives you enhanced analysis of your performance with the ability to see: - Your positioning on a heatmap - The location of your cards on the pitch - Your heart rate through the match - The distance covered in each half as well as every 5 minutes - View distance of walking, running, jogging and sprinting - View season and career statistics screen including average cards given per match REFSIX PRO also gives you even more functionality. With REFSIX PRO you'll get every feature in the free tier as well as the ability to: - Choose up to 3 timers from countup, countdown, elapsed and additional timers - Select team colours - Referee games with quarters REFSIX PRO is available with a monthly or annual subscription (price available in-app). You can subscribe and pay through your iTunes account. Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renew may be turned off after purchase by going to the ‘Manage Subscription’ page in settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. The subscription will renew at the same cost. Terms of service: https://refsix.com/terms-conditions/ Privacy policy: https://refsix.com/terms-conditions-1/ FAQs + Can I use REFSIX without a smartwatch? Yes, you can use your phone in a match if you don’t have a compatible smartwatch. + Do I need my phone with me while refereeing a match if I’m using a smartwatch? No, we’ve designed the app to work in such a way you only need your smartwatch with you on the pitch. You can sync data between your iPhone and smartwatch before and after the match. + Do I need access to wi-fi or an internet connection? No, on match day no internet connection is necessary. + What if I don't receive teamsheets before a game? No problem, you can simply select player numbers without player names.

About

Stack Officials

This app streamlines game day management for sports assignors and officials. It allows for easy schedule adjustments, real-time communication, and on-the-go assignment acceptance. Officials can manage availability, receive notifications, and submit game reports directly from their mobile device.

Highlights
  • Manage schedules and assignments
  • Real-time game crew communication
  • Update game statuses
  • Manage official availability
  • Receive and accept game assignments
  • Submit game reports
  • In-app notifications
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The essential game-day companion for assignors and officials—manage schedules, assignments, and game day with ease! For Assignors: - Quickly adjust assignments and update game statuses - View event positions and official availability - Communicate with game crews in real time - Get instant directions to game locations For Officials: - Manage your availability and share your schedule - Receive and accept game assignments on the go - Filter self-assignment games by venue for a customized experience - Stay updated with in-app notifications for assignments and reports - Verify your crew and submit game reports from your mobile device - Get notified about payment profile updates to ensure smooth payouts to your bank account Download now and take control of your officiating experience with Stack Officials!

Screenshots

REFSIX4 screens
Stack Officials4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: REFSIX at 58% against Stack Officials's 10%. REFSIX also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (252 vs 14). Stack Officials's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. REFSIX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Stack Officials asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

REFSIX holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: REFSIX has 252 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of REFSIX's written reviews are positive against 10% of Stack Officials's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
REFSIX versus Stack Officials: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterREFSIXStack Officials
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (252 ratings) — better2.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews57.8% of reviews — better9.5% of reviews
Number of ratings252 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#185 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB20 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperREFSIX LtdSPay, Inc.

Customer experience

REFSIX

All ratings252 ratings
Positive80.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews275 reviews
Positive57.8%
Neutral13.1%
Negative29.1%

Stack Officials

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive9.5%
Neutral9.5%
Negative81.0%

Bugs and requests

REFSIX

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after updates
  • Unable to create or sync matches
  • Issues with entering cards and events
  • Subscription not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for other sports like futsal and handball
  • Improve heat map accuracy and positioning data
  • Allow importing/saving of team rosters
  • Implement countdown timer and more timer options
  • Add ability to track goal scorers and assist providers

Stack Officials

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

REFSIX

Subscriptions4
  • REFSIX PLUS subscription$2.991 Month
  • REFSIX PRO Subscription2 variants$11.991 Month
  • REFSIX PRO Subscription14 Days trial$79.991 Year
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  • REFSIX PRO Subscription$79.991 Year
None

Stack Officials

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is REFSIX free?
REFSIX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stack Officials free?
Stack Officials is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, REFSIX or Stack Officials?
REFSIX is rated higher. REFSIX averages 4.2 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Stack Officials averages 2.1 from 14 ratings.
Do REFSIX or Stack Officials have ads?
Neither REFSIX nor Stack Officials shows ads.
Which is updated more often, REFSIX or Stack Officials?
REFSIX ships an update every 6 weeks, and Stack Officials every 6 weeks. Most recently, REFSIX was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stack Officials on September 24, 2026.

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