# Roping.com App vs theLoop_

The clearest difference is rating: theLoop_ at 5.0 against Roping.com App's 4.4. theLoop_ also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Roping.com App's advantage is ratings volume (118 vs 3) and chart position (#164 vs unranked). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roping.com App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and theLoop_ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

theLoop_ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roping.com App has 118 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Roping.com App ships an update every 2 months, theLoop_ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roping.com App | theLoop_ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ropingcom-app/id1533202936/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theloop/id6749598045/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **118** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#164** | — |
| Size | 72 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Equine Network, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614869134) | [EZ Stall LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677062769) |

## What reviewers say

### Roping.com App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ropingcom-app/id1533202936)

**Currently charting:** #164 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Access a comprehensive library of instructional videos and live event streams for team roping, breakaway, and calf roping. Learn from world champions and exclusive training programs. Stay updated with the latest industry events and connect with a community of ropers.

**Highlights:** Instructional videos for team, breakaway, and calf roping, Training programs from world champions, Exclusive content from top ropers, Livestreaming of major roping events, Archived footage of past events, Members-only Facebook group access, Weekly step-by-step tutorials

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership (BEST DEAL) | $269.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent instruction and content
- 🚀 Improves roping skills
- 💡 Detailed step-by-step breakdowns
- 💰 Great value for money
- 🌟 Top-tier coaches and videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unsubscribing is difficult
- 🐛 No streaming over WiFi
- 🐛 Airplay issues
- 🐛 Poor customer support
- 🐛 Videos too short

**Reported bugs**

- Unsubscribing process nonexistent
- No streaming over WiFi
- Code 3 error on Airplay
- No customer support response
- App will not play videos over WiFi

**Requested features**

- Steer roping videos
- Longer videos covering topics fully


### theLoop_

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theloop/id6749598045)

This app serves as a central communication platform for college rodeo teams. It facilitates messaging, surveys, and announcements between coaches, athletes, and boosters, keeping everyone informed and connected.

**Highlights:** Streamlined messaging, Practice surveys, Team announcements, Custom group creation, Team branding, Invite-only onboarding

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coach Pro | $12.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roping.com App free?

Roping.com App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is theLoop_ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Roping.com App or theLoop_?

theLoop_ is rated higher. Roping.com App averages 4.4 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while theLoop_ averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Roping.com App or theLoop_ have ads?

Neither Roping.com App nor theLoop_ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Roping.com App or theLoop_?

Roping.com App ships an update every 2 months, and theLoop_ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Roping.com App was updated on October 9, 2026 and theLoop_ on October 1, 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.*