Comparison

Bull Search vs RanchScan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bull Search

Access and analyze genetic data for dairy bulls across multiple breeds. Search, sort, and filter bulls by various genetic traits and indices. Save favorites and export data in multiple formats for convenient analysis.

Highlights
  • Search dairy bulls by name, code, or registration
  • View genetic evaluations and pedigree information
  • Filter and sort bulls by genetic index or traits
  • Save bulls to favorites lists
  • Export data to PDF, Excel, or CSV
  • Multi-language support
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Search and sort dairy bulls industry wide from your device. The Bull Search app includes genetic evaluations on Holsteins, Jerseys, Brown Swiss, Guernseys, Ayrshires and Milking Shorthorns. Users can search for bulls by their short name, NAAB code or registration number to view their genetic data and pedigree information. Ideal Commercial Cow (ICC$) index values are available on GENEX Holstein and Jersey bulls. Active bulls can be added to a favorites list(s), sorted or filtered by a main genetic index or individual traits. Filters and favorites can be saved for future reference. By creating a user profile, saved favorites and filters can be accessed across devices. The app includes several file export options. Export a genetic summary of a group of bulls, a bull list or individual bull details to PDF. Export genetic evaluations for a group of bulls to an Excel or CSV file. Export files can be saved to the user’s device, emailed or sent via text message. The app offers multiple language options: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, German and Chinese. After the initial download of data, an internet connection is not needed for searching or sorting bulls. Users are notified when new genetic data is available for download.

About

RanchScan

Features
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RanchScan brings professional-grade cattle assessment to your iPhone. SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED A subscription is required to access all features. A free trial is available for new accounts (7 days or 10 scans, whichever comes first). RanchScan is a decision-support tool and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.sharpixeltech.com/english-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Bull Search4 screens
RanchScan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bull Search at none against RanchScan's 2. RanchScan's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. RanchScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $199.99 per year. Bull Search asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bull Search ships an update every 5 weeks, RanchScan every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bull Search versus RanchScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBull SearchRanchScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGenex Cooperative, Inc.Sharpixel LLC

In-app purchases

None

Bull Search

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RanchScan

Subscriptions2
  • RanchScan Annual, 200 Uses7 Days trial$199.991 Year
  • RanchScan Annual, Unlimited7 Days trial$499.991 Year

Questions

Is Bull Search free?
Bull Search is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RanchScan free?
RanchScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bull Search or RanchScan have ads?
Neither Bull Search nor RanchScan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bull Search or RanchScan?
Bull Search ships an update every 5 weeks, and RanchScan every 4 days. Most recently, Bull Search was updated on November 2, 2026 and RanchScan on November 5, 2026.

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