Comparison

Iowa Code by PocketLaw vs OBC Reader

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

Head to head
About

Iowa Code by PocketLaw

Access and reference Iowa state laws with a comprehensive, searchable library. Features include offline access, full-text search, and customizable viewing options. Designed for legal professionals and students needing quick access to statutes and regulations.

Highlights
  • Offline access to Iowa laws
  • Rich full-text search
  • Light/Dark Mode
  • Bookmarks and highlights
  • Comprehensive statute library
Features
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Download and access Iowa law. Reference built for lawyers, cops, judges, federal, bar exam, state laws for all jurisdictions with an ever-expanding library of laws, statutes, and regulatory information. INCLUDES: - Offline access - Rich full-text search - Light/Dark Mode - Bookmarks - Highlights --------------------------------------- Includes: Title I: STATE SOVEREIGNTY AND MANAGEMENT Title II: ELECTIONS AND OFFICIAL DUTIES Title III: PUBLIC SERVICES AND REGULATION Title IV: PUBLIC HEALTH Title IX: LOCAL GOVERNMENT Title V: AGRICULTURE Title VI: HUMAN SERVICES Title VII: EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS Title VIII: TRANSPORTATION Title X: FINANCIAL RESOURCES Title XI: NATURAL RESOURCES Title XII: BUSINESS ENTITIES Title XIII: COMMERCE Title XIV: PROPERTY Title XV: JUDICIAL BRANCH AND JUDICIAL PROCEDURES Title XVI: CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE --------------------------------------- Subscriptions are charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions do not automatically renew. Disclaimer: The information that is presented in this app is not intended to replace the official versions and is subject to revisions and should not be considered legal advice. Information may not be the most recent version. Lyker Labs LLC presents this information without warranties or guarantees about the expressed or implied accuracy, and or but not limited to completeness. When necessary, consult official source material. https://getpocketlaw.com/terms

About

OBC Reader

Access a library of ePub2 books, download free titles from a community collection, and enjoy private books for members. Features include copy-paste, bookmarking, and text search for an enhanced reading experience.

Highlights
  • Read ePub2 books
  • Download free books
  • Community library access
  • Private member books
  • Copy-paste text
  • Bookmarks
  • Text search
Features
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You can read books, download free books from the community library, and private books for Online Book Club members. This first version supports ePub2 format books in English. The e-reader allows copy-paste, bookmarks, and text search.

Screenshots

Iowa Code by PocketLaw4 screens
OBC Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Iowa Code by PocketLaw at 5.0 against OBC Reader's 2.8. OBC Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 15 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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. Iowa Code by PocketLaw sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. OBC Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Iowa Code by PocketLaw holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBC Reader has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Iowa Code by PocketLaw ships an update every 15 months, OBC Reader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Iowa Code by PocketLaw versus OBC Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIowa Code by PocketLawOBC Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better2.8 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews—77.8% of reviews
Number of ratings110 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB15 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLyker Labs LLCOnlineBookClub.org LLC

Customer experience

Iowa Code by PocketLaw

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

OBC Reader

All ratings10 ratings
Positive30.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Iowa Code by PocketLaw

One-time3
  • Iowa Code$4.99
  • Iowa Code$12.99
  • Iowa Code$44.99
None

OBC Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Iowa Code by PocketLaw free?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OBC Reader free?
OBC Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Iowa Code by PocketLaw or OBC Reader?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw is rated higher. Iowa Code by PocketLaw averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while OBC Reader averages 2.8 from 10 ratings.
Do Iowa Code by PocketLaw or OBC Reader have ads?
Neither Iowa Code by PocketLaw nor OBC Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Iowa Code by PocketLaw or OBC Reader?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw ships an update every 15 months, and OBC Reader every 2 months. Most recently, Iowa Code by PocketLaw was updated on October 2, 2026 and OBC Reader on October 14, 2026.

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