Cal Poly Orientation vs OnCuts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cal Poly Orientation
This app provides resources and support for new students and their families to ensure a smooth transition to university life. It serves as a central hub for information and assistance.
- New student resources
- Family support
- Transition assistance
- University information hub
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Cal Poly Orientation is hosted by New Student and Transition Programs which serves as a home and resource to all new students and their supporters and to ensure their successful transition to Cal Poly.
OnCuts
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OnCuts is the easy way to book local style and personal services, built for busy schedules. Find providers near you, pick a time that works, message them directly, and pay securely in the app. Find the right provider Browse available providers nearby, filter by service type, and sort by distance so you can choose someone close to where you are. View profiles, services, and reviews before you book. Book in minutes Choose a service, select a time, and confirm your appointment without phone tag or endless DMs. Keep everything in one place, from discovery to checkout. Stay in the loop Message your provider about timing, location, and details. Track upcoming and past bookings in your Bookings tab so you always know what’s next. Pay your way Complete payments securely after your appointment. Pay in the app when you’re ready, or handle pay-later options when offered. Rate your experience After your visit, leave a review so others know what to expect, and great providers get the recognition they deserve. Built for how you sign in Create an account with email, or continue with Apple or Google. Enable location when you want nearby results sorted around you. Whether you need a fresh cut or a reliable local pro, OnCuts keeps booking simple from start to finish. Questions? Visit oncuts.com or email oncutshelp@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: OnCuts at every 9 days against Cal Poly Orientation's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Cal Poly Orientation ships an update every 5 months, OnCuts every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cal Poly Orientation | OnCuts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (21 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo | Liam Daniel Mc Keown |
In-app purchases
Cal Poly Orientation
No in-app purchases
OnCuts
No in-app purchases
Questions
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