# NextGenRodeo vs theLoop_

The clearest difference is rating: theLoop_ at 5.0 against NextGenRodeo's 2.2. NextGenRodeo's advantage is ratings volume (175 vs 3) and chart position (#143 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextGenRodeo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and theLoop_ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

theLoop_ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextGenRodeo has 175 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NextGenRodeo | theLoop_ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (175 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextgenrodeo/id1446203382/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theloop/id6749598045/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **175** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#143** | — |
| Size | 37 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NextGenRodeo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446203381) | [EZ Stall LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677062769) |

## What reviewers say

### NextGenRodeo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextgenrodeo/id1446203382)

**Currently charting:** #143 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** Rodeo event entry, Competitor stats access, Stock contractor tools, Live event updates, Event management automation

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NextGen Membership Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| NextGen Membership Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| NextGen Event Pass | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### theLoop_

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theloop/id6749598045)

This app serves as a central communication platform for college rodeo teams. It facilitates messaging, surveys, and announcements between coaches, athletes, and boosters, keeping everyone informed and connected.

**Highlights:** Streamlined messaging, Practice surveys, Team announcements, Custom group creation, Team branding, Invite-only onboarding

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coach Pro | $12.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NextGenRodeo free?

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

### Is theLoop_ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NextGenRodeo or theLoop_?

theLoop_ is rated higher. NextGenRodeo averages 2.2 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while theLoop_ averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NextGenRodeo or theLoop_ have ads?

Neither NextGenRodeo nor theLoop_ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NextGenRodeo or theLoop_?

NextGenRodeo ships an update every 3 weeks, and theLoop_ every 3 weeks. Most recently, NextGenRodeo was updated on October 10, 2026 and theLoop_ on October 1, 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.*