# SOTO+ (Student Observations) vs ABC Observe

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ABC Observe at 100% against SOTO+ (Student Observations)'s 0%. ABC Observe also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SOTO+ (Student Observations) sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and ABC Observe sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ABC Observe holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ABC Observe has 36 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SOTO+ (Student Observations)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of ABC Observe's.

## The numbers

| Metric | SOTO+ (Student Observations) | ABC Observe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soto-plus-student-observations/id1473544017/reviews) | **[4.8 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-observe/id1545908680/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 16 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jack Calo](https://appshunter.io/developer/428809611) | [Zhanna Shekhtmeyster](https://appshunter.io/developer/1281984899) |

## What reviewers say

### SOTO+ (Student Observations)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soto-plus-student-observations/id1473544017)

This app is a data collection tool designed for observing student classroom behavior. It offers two methods for tracking on-task and off-task actions, generating visual reports with statistics and charts for easy communication with parents and teachers.

**Highlights:** Momentary Time Sample data collection, Partial Interval Recording for off-task behaviors, Generate percentage statistics and charts, Email interpretive narrative reports, Track up to six user-defined off-task behaviors, Quickly start new observations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription to SOTO+ | $9.99 | per year |


### ABC Observe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-observe/id1545908680)

This tool simplifies behavior observation and data collection for understanding why behaviors occur. It helps in functional behavior assessments, progress monitoring, and behavior intervention plan development. Analyze frequency, duration, and ABC data, then export results in various chart formats.

**Highlights:** Simultaneous frequency, duration, and ABC data collection, Export data as CSV, charts, and ABC graphs, Save and share observation templates, Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) support, Intervention progress monitoring, Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) development

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Forever Edition | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SOTO+ (Student Observations) free?

SOTO+ (Student Observations) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ABC Observe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SOTO+ (Student Observations) or ABC Observe?

ABC Observe is rated higher. SOTO+ (Student Observations) averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ABC Observe averages 4.8 from 36 ratings.

### Do SOTO+ (Student Observations) or ABC Observe have ads?

Neither SOTO+ (Student Observations) nor ABC Observe shows ads.

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