Comparison

Rust+ vs PocketSolver

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

Head to head
About

Rust+

Stay connected to your Rust game servers with real-time updates, team communication, and remote device control. Receive alerts for raids, track teammates on the map, and manage in-game electrical contraptions from your phone.

Highlights
  • Real-time server updates
  • Team communication
  • Map exploration
  • Remote device control
  • Push notifications
  • In-game news updates
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The official Rust companion app from Facepunch Studios – stay connected to the game so you never miss an important moment again. Coordinate with your team, receive alerts when you’re being raided, remotely set off traps, and more! Requires the Rust game - available on macOS and PC. Rust Console Edition is not supported at this time. PAIR WITH YOUR SERVERS Pair with your favorite Rust servers to receive real-time updates for the things that matter the most: player counts, current game time, online teammates, and more. You’ll also get (optional) push notifications whenever one of your teammates joins the game. EXPLORE THE MAP View the full server map to find points of interest, see where your teammates are and check on vending machines. You can also track ongoing events like the attack helicopter and cargo ship. KEEP UP WITH YOUR TEAM Communicate with your team from anywhere to just catch up or plan for your next raid. Messages are visible in both the app and the in-game team chat so you can seamlessly switch between the two. CONTROL YOUR IN-GAME DEVICES Connect Smart Switches and Smart Alarms to your in-game electrical contraptions and pair them with Rust+ to control them remotely at any time. Smart Switches let you turn things on or off, and Smart Alarms send customizable push notification alerts when an electrical signal is detected. GET THE LATEST RUST NEWS Get notified about new Rust blogs and news so you can stay on top of the latest updates, or catch up on older blogs you may have missed. © 2022 Facepunch Studios Limited. "Rust+", "Rust", "Facepunch", and their logos are trade marks of Facepunch Studios Limited. All rights reserved.

About

PocketSolver

This app analyzes Texas Hold'em post-flop situations for heads-up play. It offers instant strategic insights, customizable game trees, and detailed equity breakdowns to help users master GTO strategy.

Highlights
  • True GTO Post-Flop Solver
  • Lightning-Fast Performance
  • Comprehensive Strategy Insights
  • Customizable Game Trees
  • Hand Matrix View
  • Range vs Range Comparison
  • Equity Charts
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PocketSolver — Post-Flop GTO Poker Solver PocketSolver is the ultimate Texas Hold’em post-flop GTO (Game Theory Optimal) poker solver, built for speed, accuracy, and simplicity. Study optimal heads-up play across flop, turn, and river situations. Designed for both professionals and dedicated learners, PocketSolver delivers instant strategic insights through a clean, modern interface and fully customizable game trees. Whether you’re reviewing equity breakdowns, visualizing range matchups, or optimizing bet sizing, PocketSolver puts elite-level GTO study tools used by pros and enthusiasts worldwide at your fingertips. Master post-flop Texas Hold’em strategy with professional precision. Key Features: - True GTO Post-Flop Solver – Analyze any heads-up post-flop scenario with game-theory precision. - Lightning-Fast Performance – Solve complex flops, turns, and rivers in seconds. - Comprehensive Strategy Insights – Review EV, equity, and equity realization for every hand. - Customizable Game Trees – Adjust bet sizes, stack depths, and player ranges to fit any situation. - Hand Matrix View – Study all 169 isomorphic hands with heat maps and strategy visualization. - Range vs Range Comparison – Compare IP and OOP ranges side-by-side with full metrics. - Equity Charts – Visualize equity flow to see which player’s range dominates the board. Terms of Use: https://pocketsolver.com/eula Privacy Policy: https://pocketsolver.com/privacypolicy

Screenshots

Rust+4 screens
PocketSolver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PocketSolver at 5.0 against Rust+'s 4.0. Rust+'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 2). On price, ads and device support 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. PocketSolver sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Rust+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PocketSolver holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rust+ has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rust+ ships an update every 3 months, PocketSolver every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Rust+ versus PocketSolver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRust+PocketSolver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1.2K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews51.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFacepunch Studios LTDElliot Dunk

Customer experience

Rust+

All ratings1,173 ratings
Positive72.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative22.4%
Written reviews642 reviews
Positive51.2%
Neutral9.8%
Negative38.9%

PocketSolver

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Rust+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Endless login loop
  • Server detection issues
  • Crashes on certain devices
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add console support
  • Integrate CCTV camera feeds
  • Improve team chat functionality
  • Add player list and server population info
  • Allow login with other platforms (Xbox, PlayStation)

PocketSolver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Rust+

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PocketSolver

Subscriptions1
  • Standard14 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Rust+ free?
Rust+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PocketSolver free?
PocketSolver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rust+ or PocketSolver?
PocketSolver is rated higher. Rust+ averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while PocketSolver averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Rust+ or PocketSolver have ads?
Neither Rust+ nor PocketSolver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rust+ or PocketSolver?
Rust+ ships an update every 3 months, and PocketSolver every 6 months. Most recently, Rust+ was updated on September 19, 2026 and PocketSolver on July 6, 2026.

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