# HockeyTracker vs Method Hockey

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HockeyTracker at 71% against Method Hockey's 0%. HockeyTracker also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). Method Hockey's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HockeyTracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Method Hockey asks for nothing beyond the download.

HockeyTracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HockeyTracker has 1K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of HockeyTracker's written reviews are positive against 0% of Method Hockey's.

HockeyTracker ships an update every 2 weeks, Method Hockey every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HockeyTracker | Method Hockey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hockeytracker/id1297971760/reviews)** | [4.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/method-hockey/id1460583932/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **70.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 39 MB | 194 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MyndArc, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/979588062) | [Method Hockey LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460583931) |

## What reviewers say

### HockeyTracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hockeytracker/id1297971760)

This app transforms your Apple Watch into a powerful hockey performance tracker. It records and analyzes a wide range of metrics during games and training sessions, providing detailed insights into your fitness and progress. Share your achievements and optimize your performance with advanced data analysis.

**Highlights:** Automatic shift detection, Live in-game stat tracking, Comprehensive performance metrics (speed, heart rate, calories), Historical data graphs, Shift timer with haptic alerts, Workout recording without a phone, Data sharing capabilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pass (1st week free) | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pass (1st week free) | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Tracks a lot of useful hockey-specific data
- 🚀 Provides in-depth analytics and insights
- 💡 Motivates players to improve performance
- 👍 Responsive and helpful developer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate speed and distance tracking
- 🐛 Inconsistent data sync and recording issues
- 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
- 💰 Subscription model with limited free features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Subscription issues and inability to restore purchases
- Incorrect calorie and fitness level calculations

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit/delete recorded sessions
- Improve data visualization with charts and graphs
- Integrate with other fitness apps like Strava
- Support for Garmin and other non-Apple watches
- Add Russian language support


### Method Hockey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/method-hockey/id1460583932)

Easily plan and schedule your hockey classes directly from your device. View class schedules, sign up for sessions, and find studio location information. Optimize your time and enjoy the convenience of managing your hockey training on the go.

**Highlights:** View class schedules, Sign up for classes, View studio location, Schedule management, Device-based convenience

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HockeyTracker free?

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

### Is Method Hockey free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HockeyTracker or Method Hockey?

HockeyTracker is rated higher. HockeyTracker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Method Hockey averages 4.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do HockeyTracker or Method Hockey have ads?

Neither HockeyTracker nor Method Hockey shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HockeyTracker or Method Hockey?

HockeyTracker ships an update every 2 weeks, and Method Hockey every 4 months. Most recently, HockeyTracker was updated on October 27, 2026 and Method Hockey on October 3, 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.*