# Research Genie vs REST

The clearest difference is rating: REST at 5.0 against Research Genie's 4.0. Research Genie's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

REST holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Research Genie | REST |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/research-genie/id1505199778/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-statistical-tool/id6793040209/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 163 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ramesh Arumugam](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713676155) | [Alia Alshammeri](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857269971) |

## What reviewers say

### Research Genie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/research-genie/id1505199778)

This app guides users through the process of selecting the most appropriate research methodology for their specific research question. It offers interactive templates and visual aids to help define target populations and choose correct research pathways, ensuring accurate study design.

**Highlights:** Guided research pathway selection, Interactive templates with prompts, Schematic diagrams of research components, Sample size calculation information, Tests of significance specific to research domains, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### REST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-statistical-tool/id6793040209)

This tool guides researchers and students in selecting the appropriate statistical test for their studies. It uses an adaptive interview to understand research design and recommends tests with clear scientific explanations.

**Highlights:** Interactive statistical test guide, Sample size calculation, Questionnaire design assistance, Statistical write-up generator, Learning library for test explanations

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Research Genie free?

Research Genie is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is REST free?

REST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Research Genie or REST?

REST is rated higher. Research Genie averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while REST averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Research Genie or REST have ads?

Neither Research Genie nor REST shows ads.

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