# RugbyREF vs Blueprint Rugby

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Blueprint Rugby at 100% against RugbyREF's 43%. Blueprint Rugby also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). RugbyREF's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RugbyREF sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Blueprint Rugby sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Blueprint Rugby holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of RugbyREF's written reviews are positive against 100% of Blueprint Rugby's.

RugbyREF ships an update every 6 weeks, Blueprint Rugby fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RugbyREF | Blueprint Rugby |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rugbyref/id1488060220/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blueprint-rugby/id6775826776/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 56 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SketchNZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660500276) | [Taj Bednall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896608688) |

## What reviewers say

### RugbyREF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rugbyref/id1488060220)

This app assists rugby referees with on-field game management, including scoring, substitutions, and cards. It offers a simplified interface for live match control on Apple Watch and iPhone, with features like timers and a shot clock.

**Highlights:** Live match control, Scoring and substitutions management, Card tracking with timers, Shot clock functionality, Apple Watch integration, Injury and TMO support

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RugbyREF (Basic) | $3.99 | per month |
| RugbyREF WatchAPP | $3.99 | per month |
| MyRugbyREF (Package) | $4.99 | per month |
| RugbyREF (Basic) | $29.99 | per year |
| RugbyREF WatchAPP | $29.99 | per year |
| MyRugbyREF (Package) | $34.99 | per year |


### Blueprint Rugby

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blueprint-rugby/id6775826776)

This platform connects rugby players, coaches, and clubs to track and improve performance. It offers AI-powered training programs, nutrition scanning, and readiness checks. Coaches gain visibility into player development outside of training sessions.

**Highlights:** AI-powered personalized training programs, Nutrition tracking via meal scanning, Daily readiness and performance scoring, Live guided workout sessions, Squad management and communication tools, Performance benchmarks and personal best tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blueprint Pro — Player | $9.99 | per month |
| Blueprint Pro - Player | $9.99 | per month |
| Blueprint Pro — Coach | $39.99 | per month |
| Blueprint Pro — Player Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Blueprint Pro — Club Starter | $100.00 | per month |
| Blueprint Coach Annual | $249.00 | per year |
| Blueprint Pro — Club Pro | $300.00 | per month |
| Blueprint Pro — Club Elite | $600.00 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RugbyREF free?

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

### Is Blueprint Rugby free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RugbyREF or Blueprint Rugby?

Blueprint Rugby is rated higher. RugbyREF averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Blueprint Rugby averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do RugbyREF or Blueprint Rugby have ads?

Blueprint Rugby shows ads; RugbyREF does not.

### Which is updated more often, RugbyREF or Blueprint Rugby?

RugbyREF ships an update every 6 weeks, and Blueprint Rugby fortnightly. Most recently, RugbyREF was updated on November 3, 2026 and Blueprint Rugby on November 5, 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.*