# BottleDrop vs MySandyOR

The clearest difference is rating: MySandyOR at 5.0 against BottleDrop's 2.3. MySandyOR also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). BottleDrop's advantage is ratings volume (104 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

MySandyOR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BottleDrop has 104 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BottleDrop ships an update every 2 months, MySandyOR every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BottleDrop | MySandyOR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (104 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bottledrop/id1276690586/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysandyor/id6466212579/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **104** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 10.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 57 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276690585) | [City of Sandy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567860062) |

## What reviewers say

### BottleDrop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bottledrop/id1276690586)

Easily return deposit containers and receive your refund. Access your account card, view your balance and bag history, and find nearby return locations. Manage your account information and receive important notifications.

**Highlights:** Return deposit containers, Receive refunds, Access account card, View account balance, Track bag history, Find return locations, Update account information

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Balance tracking functionality works reliably
- 📍 Location finder helps users find drop-off points
- 🎯 Core service concept is useful and appreciated
- 📱 Improved UI in recent updates (June 2021 onwards)
- 🔐 QR code/barcode scanning feature when functioning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚪 Frequent unexpected logouts requiring re-authentication
- 🔑 Persistent login failures and authentication errors
- 🌐 Chronic internet connectivity issues despite active connection
- 🐛 App crashes when accessing locations tab
- 💾 Missing or non-functional transfer buttons (Venmo/PayPal/bank)

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected logout after period of inactivity
- Login failed errors despite correct credentials
- App won't progress past splash/start screen
- Crashes when accessing locations tab
- Internet connectivity error messages despite active connection

**Requested features**

- Dark mode for reduced eye strain in low light
- Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, PIN)
- Manual QR code entry option for unscanned bags
- Transaction history and detailed bag credit breakdown
- In-app bag and label ordering


### MySandyOR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysandyor/id6466212579)

Access city services, report issues like potholes or graffiti with photos, and pay bills or citations. Stay updated on local news, events, and find city department contacts and points of interest.

**Highlights:** Report city issues with photos, Pay utility bills and citations, Access city news and events, Find city department contacts, Locate parks and points of interest, View SAM bus schedules

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BottleDrop free?

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

### Is MySandyOR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BottleDrop or MySandyOR?

MySandyOR is rated higher. BottleDrop averages 2.3 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while MySandyOR averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do BottleDrop or MySandyOR have ads?

Neither BottleDrop nor MySandyOR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BottleDrop or MySandyOR?

BottleDrop ships an update every 2 months, and MySandyOR every 6 weeks. Most recently, BottleDrop was updated on September 21, 2026 and MySandyOR on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*