NextGenRodeo vs X Factor Barrel Racing
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 Barrel Racing
Enhance your barrel racing skills with expert training videos and personalized coaching from top professionals. Access a growing library of content and exclusive livestream events to improve your performance on all devices.
- Expert training videos
- Personalized coaching program
- Livestream events
- Online resources for all skill levels
- Content across all devices
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Watch, learn, and win more with X Factor Barrel Racing. Guaranteed. X Factor Barrel Racing is the the most effective way to become a better barrel racer. We provide members with access to training from some of the best barrel racers in the world. We're committed to providing the best online resources for racers of all skill levels. Everything you need to sharpen your skills is right here, in a convenient online format. Communicate with pro racers in our personalized coaching program, and get your questions answered. Dive into our ever-growing vault of video content and glean expert advice and inspiration! Pro Members also enjoy access to our exclusive livestream events and online coaching program. --- ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Subscribe in the app to get instant access. X Factor Barrel Racing 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://xfactorbarrelracing.com/terms-of-service -Privacy Policy: https://xfactorbarrelracing.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: X Factor Barrel Racing at 70% against NextGenRodeo's 18%. X Factor Barrel Racing also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.2). NextGenRodeo's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and chart position (#173 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Barrel Racing 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 Barrel Racing holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextGenRodeo has 175 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of NextGenRodeo's written reviews are positive against 70% of X Factor Barrel Racing's.
NextGenRodeo ships an update every 3 weeks, X Factor Barrel Racing every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NextGenRodeo | X Factor Barrel Racing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (175 ratings) | 4.0 (22 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | 70.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 175 — better | 22 |
| 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 | #173 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NextGenRodeo, LLC | X Factor Roping, LLC |
Customer experience
NextGenRodeo
X Factor Barrel Racing
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 Barrel Racing
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
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 Barrel Racing
- X Factor Barrel Racing Monthly$29.991 Month
- Monthly Subscription$29.991 Month
- X Factor Barrel Racing Yearly$179.991 Year
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- Yearly Subscription$179.991 Year
Questions
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