Comparison

REFSIX vs RefereeHb

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
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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

RefereeHb

Features
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Referee HUB is an advanced and innovative application designed to simplify referees' tasks and provide additional tools to support them in their daily work. With a comprehensive range of features, Referee HUB becomes an indispensable ally for every referee. Key Features - Customizable Referee Portal: Set the URL of your preferred portal and easily access it directly from the app.- - Football Rankings: Quickly consult league rankings of interest by selecting your preferred website within the app. - Contact Management: Organize and save contacts for sections and members for more efficient management. - Player Notes: Take useful notes on players and access information quickly and easily. - Credential Storage: Securely store your credentials and conveniently access your portal using Face ID. (For unsupported portals, you can request the addition of the platform via email). - Match and Statistics Management: Organize your matches, monitor statistics, and activate notifications to stay updated. Important Note This application is not official. All internal content is independent and not attributable to the developers. Referee HUB uses external links to provide up-to-date and accurate information. Terms and Conditions https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

REFSIX4 screens
RefereeHb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: REFSIX at none against RefereeHb's shown. REFSIX also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases 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 and RefereeHb sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
REFSIX versus RefereeHb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterREFSIXRefereeHb
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (252 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings252 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB49 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperREFSIX Ltdenzo corsiero

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

RefereeHb

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
4 purchases

RefereeHb

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly subscription$0.497 Days
  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • 10 Token$0.99

Questions

Is REFSIX free?
REFSIX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RefereeHb free?
RefereeHb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do REFSIX or RefereeHb have ads?
RefereeHb shows ads; REFSIX does not.

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