# MatchRef vs STAG

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MatchRef at none against STAG's 5. MatchRef also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. STAG sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MatchRef asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | MatchRef | STAG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 38 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MatchRef](https://appshunter.io/developer/1273582259) | [STAG MEDIA LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797358810) |

## What reviewers say

### MatchRef

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchref/id1273582260)

This app provides a cloud-based solution for managing and appointing sporting officials. It allows referees and umpires to access their schedules, contact colleagues, and manage their availability on the go.

**Highlights:** Automated official appointment, Notification of upcoming appointments, List of upcoming and historic appointments, Contact details of officiating colleagues, Management of unavailability, Association news and updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### STAG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stag/id6797358808)

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STAG+ | $2.99 | per month |
| STAG++ | $6.99 | per month |
| STAG+++ | $12.99 | per month |
| STAG Producer | $34.99 | per month |
| STAG Producer+ | $69.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MatchRef free?

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

### Is STAG free?

STAG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do MatchRef or STAG have ads?

Neither MatchRef nor STAG shows ads.

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