Comparison

Iowa Code by PocketLaw vs ARC

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

ARC

Engage with stories by making choices that shape the narrative and lead to unique endings. Explore various genres, from romance to fantasy, with both short reads and full-length books. An AI companion can help guide your decisions.

Highlights
  • Interactive stories with branching paths
  • Short stories for quick reads
  • Full-length books with multiple endings
  • AI companion for decision guidance
  • Audio narration for chapters
  • Regularly added new stories
Features
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Stories you don't just read, you control. No gems. No ads. No walls. Try the first chapter of all the books on ARC. One flat price unlocks every chapter of every book. Make choices that change what happens next. Follow branching paths across romance, thriller, fantasy, mystery, and more — with endings that are genuinely yours. Got five minutes? ARC Shorts are complete interactive stories built for your next break. Want to go deeper? Full-length books with multiple endings are waiting. Features: • Interactive stories where your choices matter • 3–10 minute story shorts for quick, immersive reads • Full-length interactive books with multiple endings • Kiro AI companion to guide your decisions • Audio narration available for every chapter • New stories added regularly Pick a story, make your choices, and see where your path leads. Perfect for fans of interactive stories, story-driven games, and readers who want a more immersive experience. Download ARC and start your first story today. Every choice is yours. Every ending is earned. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Iowa Code by PocketLaw4 screens
ARC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Iowa Code by PocketLaw at 5.0 against ARC's 4.0. Iowa Code by PocketLaw also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). ARC's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 15 months) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). 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. Iowa Code by PocketLaw sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ARC sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Iowa Code by PocketLaw holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ARC has 8 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, ARC every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Iowa Code by PocketLaw versus ARC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIowa Code by PocketLawARC
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB26 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLyker Labs LLCFishybear LLC

Customer experience

Iowa Code by PocketLaw

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

ARC

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Iowa Code by PocketLaw

One-time3
  • Iowa Code$4.99
  • Iowa Code$12.99
  • Iowa Code$44.99
4 purchases

ARC

Subscriptions4
  • ARC Reader7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • ARC Reader Plus7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • ARC Reader7 Days trial$99.991 Year
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  • ARC Reader Plus7 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Iowa Code by PocketLaw free?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ARC free?
ARC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Iowa Code by PocketLaw or ARC?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw is rated higher. Iowa Code by PocketLaw averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ARC averages 4.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Iowa Code by PocketLaw or ARC have ads?
Neither Iowa Code by PocketLaw nor ARC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Iowa Code by PocketLaw or ARC?
Iowa Code by PocketLaw ships an update every 15 months, and ARC every 2 weeks. Most recently, Iowa Code by PocketLaw was updated on October 29, 2026 and ARC on October 25, 2026.

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