# Cowboy+ vs X Factor Team Roping

The clearest difference is review sentiment: X Factor Team Roping at 98% against Cowboy+'s 13%. X Factor Team Roping also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.7) and ads (none vs shown). Cowboy+'s advantage is ratings volume (4.2K vs 417) and chart position (#38 vs #200). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cowboy+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and X Factor Team Roping 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 Team Roping holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cowboy+ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 417, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Cowboy+'s written reviews are positive against 98% of X Factor Team Roping's.

Cowboy+ ships an update every 2 months, X Factor Team Roping every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cowboy+ | X Factor Team Roping |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cowboy-plus/id1494157233/reviews) | **[4.8 (417 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-factor-team-roping/id1567237469/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.2K** | 417 |
| Positive reviews | 13.4% of reviews | **98.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | #200 |
| Size | 124 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Cowboy Channel LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494157232) | [X Factor Roping, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1175896634) |

## What reviewers say

### Cowboy+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cowboy-plus/id1494157233)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Stream professional rodeo events live and on-demand, with exclusive original content and athlete stories. Experience Western sports with AI-powered insights and innovative visual overlays for a deeper connection to the action.

**Highlights:** Live professional rodeo events, On-demand event replays, Exclusive original series, Athlete behind-the-scenes content, AI-powered performance insights, Cross-device compatibility

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription (no NFR) | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription No NFR | $139.99 | per year |
| Everything We Got Annual w/NFR | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤠 Excellent rodeo and western sports coverage
- 🇺🇸 Patriotic opening ceremonies
- 🔍 Ability to track standings and results
- 🎥 Replay and on-demand access to events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Streaming issues and video quality problems
- 🤖 Lack of customer support and communication
- 💰 Expensive subscription with limited features
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 🚫 Restricted access to certain events (e.g. Calgary Stampede)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Subscription issues and billing problems
- Login and password reset challenges

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn off closed captions
- Improved casting/streaming to TV
- Better organization and search functionality
- Downloadable content for offline viewing


### X Factor Team Roping

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-factor-team-roping/id1567237469)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Access the world's largest team roping training video library. Learn from professionals with over 2,500 videos covering all aspects of the sport. Pro members get exclusive livestreams and coaching.

**Highlights:** Extensive video library (2,500+ videos), Instructional videos, Full roping footage, Exclusive highlights and interviews, Livestream events, Online coaching program, Rundown episodes with expert analysis

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| X Factor Team Roping Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro Membership | $29.99 | per month |
| X Factor Team Roping Yearly | $179.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Membership | $179.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Comprehensive instructional content from professional ropers
- 🎥 High-quality video production with multiple camera angles
- ⏱️ Slow-motion replay functionality for detailed analysis
- 📱 User-friendly app interface and easy navigation
- 💰 Excellent value for the subscription price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Inconsistent content updates and frequency
- 🎬 Limited new content in recent months
- 💵 Subscription price considered steep by some users
- 🎮 Video player lacks advanced playback controls

**Reported bugs**

- Video player lacks 15-second interval skip functionality
- Unclear video submission process for coaching services

**Requested features**

- More frequent podcast episodes from Pace Freed
- 15-second fast-forward/rewind intervals in video player
- Merchandise offerings
- More roping machine instructional videos
- Increased live event coverage


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cowboy+ free?

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

### Is X Factor Team Roping free?

X Factor Team Roping is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cowboy+ or X Factor Team Roping?

X Factor Team Roping is rated higher. Cowboy+ averages 2.7 out of 5 from 4.2K ratings, while X Factor Team Roping averages 4.8 from 417 ratings.

### Do Cowboy+ or X Factor Team Roping have ads?

Cowboy+ shows ads; X Factor Team Roping does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cowboy+ or X Factor Team Roping?

Cowboy+ ships an update every 2 months, and X Factor Team Roping every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cowboy+ was updated on October 30, 2026 and X Factor Team Roping on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Cowboy+ or X Factor Team Roping?

Cowboy+ currently peaks at #38 in the App Store charts, and X Factor Team Roping at #200. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*