NextGenRodeo vs X Factor Team Roping
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NextGenRodeo
This app revolutionizes the rodeo experience by connecting competitors and stock contractors with events. It offers seamless entry, real-time stats, and event management tools, leveraging technology to enhance every aspect of rodeo.
- Rodeo event entry
- Competitor stats access
- Stock contractor tools
- Live event updates
- Event management automation
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The sport of Rodeo will never be the same. NextGenRodeo streamlines the competitor and stock contractor's experience, while providing unprecedented access to your next Rodeo. NextGenRodeo brings real rodeo experience and matches it with next generation technology to improve all aspects of your next event. Whether you are a contestant looking for your next event with easy access entering and real-time access to stats and updates or you are an organization looking for a software to do the heavy lifting and automate your event management from beginning to end, NextGenRodeo is for you.
X Factor Team Roping
Access the world's largest team roping training video library with over 2,500 videos. Learn from top ropers through instructional content, interviews, and practice footage. Pro members get exclusive live events and online coaching.
- Extensive video library (2,500+)
- Instructional videos
- Exclusive livestream events
- Online coaching program
- Roper interviews and highlights
- In-depth analysis of runs
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Watch, learn, and win more with X Factor Roping. Guaranteed. X Factor Roping is the easiest and most effective way to improve your roping. We're committed to providing the best online resources for ropers of all skill levels. Access the largest team roping training video library in the world with over 2,500 videos including full ropings, exclusive highlights, instructional videos, interviews, practice footage, and much more. Pro Members also enjoy access to our exclusive livestream events and online coaching program. Every aspect of team roping is covered with no stone left unturned. From heading, heeling, horsemanship, the mental game, breakaway, and much more. Our exclusive Rundown episodes go in depth with some of the best ropers in the world breaking down their runs for you every step of the way. Understanding and learning how the best of the best do it is critical to fulfilling your goals as a team roper. Get the competitive edge with X Factor Team Roping. -- ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Try it for free! Subscribe in the app to get instant access. X Factor Team Roping offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: -Terms of Service: https://xfactorteamroping.com/terms-of-service/ -Privacy Policy: https://xfactorteamroping.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: X Factor Team Roping at 98% against NextGenRodeo's 18%. X Factor Team Roping also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.2). NextGenRodeo's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. NextGenRodeo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and X Factor Team Roping sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
X Factor Team Roping holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 175 and 375 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of NextGenRodeo's written reviews are positive against 98% of X Factor Team Roping's.
NextGenRodeo ships an update every 3 weeks, X Factor Team Roping every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NextGenRodeo | X Factor Team Roping |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (175 ratings) | 4.8 (375 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | 98.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 175 | 375 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #186 | #160 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 65 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NextGenRodeo, LLC | X Factor Roping, LLC |
Customer experience
NextGenRodeo
X Factor Team Roping
User reviews
NextGenRodeo
From 175 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 User-friendly interface for entering events
- 🚀 Quick and easy entry process with saved information
- 📊 Live results and draw tracking features
- ⏱️ Real-time leg times and performance metrics
- 🎯 All-in-one platform for entries, scoring, and results
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app freezes and crashes
- 🔄 Constant forced updates before using app
- 💰 High subscription fees ($10-25/month) for basic features
- ⚠️ Additional hidden fees on top of entry costs
- 🔍 Poor search and navigation functionality
X Factor Team Roping
From 375 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 📚 Comprehensive instructional content from professional ropers
- 🎥 High-quality video production with multiple camera angles
- ⏱️ Slow-motion replay functionality for detailed analysis
- 📱 User-friendly app interface and easy navigation
- 💰 Excellent value for the subscription price
Room to improve
- 📉 Inconsistent content updates and frequency
- 🎬 Limited new content in recent months
- 💵 Subscription price considered steep by some users
- 🎮 Video player lacks advanced playback controls
Bugs and requests
NextGenRodeo
Reported bugs
16 issues- App freezes every few seconds requiring restart
- Forced updates required before accessing app functionality
- Navigation glitches when scrolling through draws
- Live stream crashes and drops connection
- Results fail to load or load 20-25 riders behind
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- Login/password reset functionality broken
- Notification button non-functional
- Trade confirmation system doesn't work
- Account creation/login issues preventing access
- Results display incorrectly or carry over from previous events
- Arena selection doesn't work properly at multi-arena events
- Screenshot blocking prevents saving entries
- Membership verification fails requiring app reinstall
- Search function returns 'no results' inconsistently
- Live draw glitches showing wrong draw numbers
- Equistat link integration non-functional
Requested features
12 requests- Fix notification/alert system for entry openings
- Allow screenshot capability for entries and results
- Add support for all horse breeds in database
- Make live results free or included with entry
- Improve search function with alphabetized listings
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- Add ability to save performance splits and data
- Implement trade confirmation system that works
- Provide free spectator mode for non-competitors
- Fix Equistat integration
- Reduce or eliminate subscription fees for basic features
- Extend customer support hours to weekends
- Simplify navigation for finding results and live events
X Factor Team Roping
Reported bugs
2 issues- Video player lacks 15-second interval skip functionality
- Unclear video submission process for coaching services
Requested features
6 requests- More frequent podcast episodes from Pace Freed
- 15-second fast-forward/rewind intervals in video player
- Merchandise offerings
- More roping machine instructional videos
- Increased live event coverage
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- Improved video submission process for coaching feedback
In-app purchases
NextGenRodeo
- NextGen Membership Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- NextGen Membership Yearly3 Days trial$129.991 Year
- NextGen Event Pass$34.99
X Factor Team Roping
- X Factor Team Roping Monthly$29.991 Month
- Monthly Pro Membership$29.991 Month
- X Factor Team Roping Yearly$179.991 Year
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- Yearly Pro Membership$179.991 Year
Questions
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