Comparison

SCRUM Utils vs RetroStack

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

Head to head
About

SCRUM Utils

Features
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SCRUM Utils - Agile Team Collaboration SCRUM Utils brings powerful collaborative features and a refined experience to agile project management. Built for modern teams and scrum masters, it enhances how agile teams plan, document, and deliver projects together. Collaborative Planning Made Simple Our new Collaborative Poker Planning enables teams to estimate together in real-time, whether co-located or distributed. Choose from multiple card deck options, including Fibonacci, T-shirt sizes, or create custom decks for your workflow. Team members reveal estimates simultaneously, encouraging honest assessment and meaningful discussions about project scope. Complete Meeting Documentation Enhance your agile ceremonies with the advanced Notes Stream feature. Capture insights during sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily standups with rich multimedia support. Add audio recordings for verbal discussions, embed images of whiteboards and sketches, and organize everything in a continuous, searchable stream. Start planning poker directly from your notes, maintaining a seamless flow between discussion and estimation—export complete meeting documentation as a PDF for stakeholders or team archives. Refined Design, Natural Workflow Experience agile management through our completely redesigned interface. Every interaction has been thoughtfully crafted to reduce friction and boost team productivity. The new UX adapts to your workflow, presenting the right tools exactly when needed - from quick timers for timeboxed discussions to instant photo capture for physical artifacts. Core Agile Tools & Best Practices SCRUM Utils combines essential agile tools with proven methodologies. Access comprehensive Scrum guidelines, manage sprint ceremonies with precision timing, and capture critical information through photos and audio recordings. The app includes project poker cards for estimation, meeting timers, quick audio reminders, and camera functionality for documenting whiteboards and notes. Whether you're facilitating your first sprint or optimizing mature agile processes, SCRUM Utils provides the structure and flexibility your team needs to succeed. Transform your agile workflow with SCRUM Utils - where thoughtful design meets practical collaboration tools, helping teams deliver exceptional results together.

About

RetroStack

Features
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RetroStack is a modern, collaborative board application designed for teams to conduct effective retrospectives, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative planning. Built with a focus on real-time collaboration and user experience, RetroStack transforms the way teams reflect and plan together. Key Features: • Real-Time Collaboration – Work together with your team in real-time with instant updates • Multiple Board Templates – Choose from Classic Retrospective, Star Fish, Six Thinking Hats, Pros & Cons, and more • Sticky Notes & Voting – Add colorful sticky notes and vote on ideas with customizable voting limits • AI-Powered Analysis – Get intelligent insights and sentiment analysis from your retrospectives (FREE BETA) • Cross-Platform Support – Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and web browsers • Flexible Authentication – Sign in with Apple, Google, email, or use anonymously • Easy Sharing – Share boards with team members via secure links or access codes • Export & Import – Save your boards as PDF or JSON files for documentation and backup Team Collaboration: • Anonymous participation for honest feedback • Configurable voting systems (1-10 votes per section) • Real-time updates across all connected devices • Responsive design that works on any screen size • Secure board sharing with expiring access tokens • Board history tracking for easy access to previous sessions AI-Powered Insights: • Team sentiment analysis to understand team mood and dynamics • Automatic action item generation from retrospective feedback • Meeting summaries and key theme identification • Trend analysis across multiple retrospectives • Emotion distribution analysis for team health monitoring Professional Features: • Multiple board templates for different meeting types • Customizable sections (2-6 sections per board) • Advanced export options (PDF with visual layouts, JSON for data) • Import existing boards from JSON files • Board settings and access control • Local storage for offline access to your boards Perfect for: • Agile teams conducting sprint retrospectives • Remote teams needing collaborative planning tools • Brainstorming sessions and ideation workshops • Decision-making meetings with pros/cons analysis • Team building and feedback sessions • Project post-mortems and lessons learned Security & Privacy: • Secure authentication with Firebase • Data encryption in transit and at rest • Anonymous usage option for privacy-conscious teams • GDPR compliant data handling • Local data storage with cloud sync • Secure board sharing with access control RetroStack combines the simplicity of sticky note boards with the power of modern collaboration technology. Whether you're running sprint retrospectives, brainstorming new ideas, or making team decisions, RetroStack provides the tools you need to collaborate effectively and drive meaningful outcomes. Start your next retrospective with RetroStack and experience the future of team collaboration.

Screenshots

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RetroStack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SCRUM Utils at 13.0 against RetroStack's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
SCRUM Utils versus RetroStack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSCRUM UtilsRetroStack
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB55 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAndre VoltmannClifton Hatfield

In-app purchases

None

SCRUM Utils

No in-app purchases

None

RetroStack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SCRUM Utils free?
SCRUM Utils is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RetroStack free?
RetroStack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SCRUM Utils or RetroStack have ads?
Neither SCRUM Utils nor RetroStack shows ads.

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