Referee Coach vs Sideline Partner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Referee Coach
Record match details, including referee information, score, time, and specific play phases. Analyze trends with a penalty heat map and timeline. Save notes and videos for later review and export reports via email.
- Record referee name, score, and time
- Note phases of play with detailed comments
- Track penalty counts and locations
- Video recording and saving
- Penalty heat map and timeline
- Email reports as PDF and TXT
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Record the referee's name, keep score & time, note phases in play and add notes on how they are going. In Stats mode, each phase is recorded on its own line and can be reviewed later. Switch into video mode, record and save on the fly. Keep an ongoing penalty count against the Home and Away teams and where they were awarded. On review, you can add overall comments and then email it as a pdf and txt attachment. Easily pick up trends at scrums and breakdown. Phases of play record the game time and score when the comment was saved. Phases are selected using pop up windows: - Scrum - Lineout - Tackle - PK General Play - Ruck - Maul - Free Kick - Advantage General Play - Critical Associated comments with these phases are then available to add and build an overall picture of the phase. Including being able to add a comment to say anything about what happened. Included in the summary is how many scrums and the penalties at the different phases against each side. The final page has a penalty heat map showing where penalties were awarded against each team and includes a timeline of when penalties were awarded. In Notes mode has the phase buttons removed. Type in your comments and take videos. Keeps the time and score whilst incorporating into the notes as they are saved.
Sideline Partner
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Introducing Sideline Partner, the ultimate app for rugby enthusiasts and coaches! With Sideline Partner, you can log live commentary of rugby matches, capturing every thrilling moment with detailed scoring, player movement, injury data, and live timers. This app is designed to enhance the match report experience and provide valuable insights for match officials and teams. Key Features: Live Commentary: Sideline Partner allows you to log every crucial event during a rugby match. From tries, conversions, penalties, and drop goals to substitutions and injuries, you can provide a comprehensive live commentary that truly captures the excitement of the game. Player Movement: Keep track of player positions and movements on the field in real-time. With Sideline Assistant, you can record the location and actions of individual players, gaining valuable insights into their performance and strategic choices. Injury Data: Safety is paramount in rugby, and Sideline Partner helps you record and monitor injuries during matches. Log detailed information about injuries, including type, severity, and the affected player. This data can be invaluable for analysis and ensuring player welfare. Live Timers: Stay on top of the match progression with live timers for different periods, such as halves, stoppages, and extra time. Sideline Partner ensures you never miss a beat and can accurately document the timing of significant events. Dashboard for External Users: Sideline Partner features a powerful dashboard accessible to external users. Coaches, analysts, and operational crew can monitor the live data captured during matches in real time. This comprehensive overview provides a deeper understanding of the game, enabling informed decisions and engaging discussions. Whether you're a coach looking for detailed match analysis, or a commentator wanting to provide a captivating experience, Sideline Partner is your go-to companion. With its intuitive interface, precise data logging, and live monitoring capabilities, Sideline Assistant revolutionizes the way you engage with rugby. Get ready to immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of live commentary and comprehensive match analysis!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Sideline Partner at Free against Referee Coach's $2.99. Sideline Partner also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Sideline Partner is free to download; Referee Coach costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Referee Coach ships an update every 6 weeks, Sideline Partner every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Referee Coach | Sideline Partner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Glen Devenie | Evolve Audio Visual PTY Ltd |
In-app purchases
Referee Coach
No in-app purchases
Sideline Partner
No in-app purchases
Questions
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