REFSIX vs ActionLog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
REFSIX
This app streamlines soccer refereeing by combining a timer, notebook, and performance tracking. It allows for easy match setup, incident recording, and detailed post-match analysis, with smartwatch integration for on-field convenience.
- Match timer with injury time and additional time
- Incident recording (goals, cards, substitutions)
- Performance tracking and statistics
- Smartwatch integration
- Match and roster management
- Heatmap and positioning analysis (PRO)
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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.
ActionLog
This app uses your Apple Watch to track soccer performance, providing detailed analytics on speed, stamina, and skill areas. It offers insights for players to improve their game and for parents to guide their child's development.
- Accurate GPS tracking with Apple Watch
- Detailed performance analytics
- Speed and stamina metrics
- Skill enhancement insights
- Player and parent modes
- Actionable data for improvement
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Core Features: Accurate GPS Tracking & Analytics: Utilize your Apple Watch to capture precise motion and GPS data during play. Explore comprehensive analytics on your iPhone, from speed to stamina, enhancing your understanding of performance. Detailed Performance Breakdown: Gain insights into every minute of play, identifying specific areas for skill enhancement. Understand your performance trends and pinpoint ways to boost your soccer skills. For Players: Enhance your soccer practice with ActionLog. Our detailed metrics and intuitive design not only identify your strengths and areas for growth but also provide actionable insights to help you improve effectively. For Parents: Join your child on their soccer journey with ActionLog. Access insightful data to celebrate their achievements and guide their progress with constructive, data-driven feedback. Subscriptions: Maximize your soccer training with an ActionLog subscription. Gain full access to all our tracking and analytics features, each designed to match your ambitions and foster significant improvement in your gameplay. Why I Made This App: My journey with ActionLog began when my child was about two years old, playing with a ball in the park. Witnessing their natural skill, I envisioned a future where they could reach heights like Messi. This moment sparked the idea for ActionLog—a consumer-focused GPS tool to nurture potential in young players. Existing GPS technologies, predominantly available only to professionals and priced beyond the average consumer's reach, seemed inaccessible for amateur use. I saw an opportunity to democratize this technology, making it easy and affordable for every young player and parent to track and enhance soccer skills. Our Goals: Skill Improvement: Using GPS data, we make it possible to measure and enhance specific soccer skills, embracing the adage, "What can be measured, can be improved." Cultivating Independence: Beyond soccer, we focus on developing critical thinking and independent decision-making, skills that are beneficial in all walks of life. By transforming quantitative data into actionable insights and tangible improvements, ActionLog aims to not only advance soccer skills but also foster personal growth and independence in young athletes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ActionLog at every 2 weeks against REFSIX's every 2 months. REFSIX's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. REFSIX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ActionLog sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
REFSIX ships an update every 2 months, ActionLog every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | REFSIX | ActionLog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (315 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 315 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | REFSIX Ltd | Takayuki Yaeo |
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
ActionLog
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
REFSIX
- 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
ActionLog
- 月額サブスクプラン7 Days trial$9.991 Month









