# IPPS vs Q

The clearest difference is rating: Q at 2.8 against IPPS's 1.5. Q also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.5). IPPS's advantage is ratings volume (265 vs 33). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Q holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPPS has 265 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPPS | Q |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (265 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipps-a-launch-platform/id1555325361/reviews) | **[2.8 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/q-anywhere/id6761550454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **265** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 211 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRADOC Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/960437358) | [ACF Technologies, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1363813720) |

## What reviewers say

### IPPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipps-a-launch-platform/id1555325361)

This application offers soldiers a streamlined portal to access the DMDC My Access Center. It simplifies the process by providing a direct push button for DS Logon sign-on.

**Highlights:** Access DMDC My Access Center, DS Logon integration, User-friendly interface, Direct sign-on button

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📱 Mobile leave submission capability
- ✅ Recent updates improving functionality
- 👁️ Ability to view STP and promotion points
- 🔐 Security features implemented
- ⚡ Convenient phone-based access to records

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🌐 Functions as webpage wrapper, not true app
- 🔐 Complex authentication and certificate installation
- 📵 Poor mobile optimization and display
- ⏱️ Slow performance and timeouts

**Reported bugs**

- Certificate download returns 404 error
- Two-factor authentication fails repeatedly
- DS Logon authentication broken
- App logs out immediately after login
- Safari security warnings block access

**Requested features**

- True native app instead of webpage wrapper
- HR.IPPSA access for PAR processing
- Soldier Talent Profile (STP) full access
- PPW (Pay Per Work) visibility for soldiers
- Printable leave forms with form numbers and signature lines


### Q

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/q-anywhere/id6761550454)

This app allows users to remotely join queues and monitor their place in line at service locations. It provides real-time updates, notifications, and direct communication with staff to save time and improve convenience.

**Highlights:** Join queues remotely, Monitor place in line, Receive real-time updates, Get notified when it's your turn, Direct staff communication, Access location updates

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPPS free?

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

### Is Q free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IPPS or Q?

Q is rated higher. IPPS averages 1.5 out of 5 from 265 ratings, while Q averages 2.8 from 33 ratings.

### Do IPPS or Q have ads?

Neither IPPS nor Q shows ads.

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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.*