Comparison

RingSide Network vs RootOn

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

Head to head
About

RingSide Network

This app offers 24-hour digital and linear television content exclusively dedicated to boxing and combat sports. It provides boxing news, interviews, documentaries, and classic matches, along with a monthly program covering global boxing events and schedules.

Highlights
  • Exclusive boxing and combat sports content
  • Boxing news and interviews
  • Documentaries and classic matches
  • Monthly global boxing program
  • Upcoming boxing schedules
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Ringside Network (RSN) is an independent 24-hour digital and linear television channel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (USA). Founded in 2016, RSN content is devoted exclusively to the sport of boxing and other combat sports. RSN endeavors to provide an insider view of the sport for the avid boxing fan. Programming consists of boxing news, interviews, documentaries and classic boxing matched from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Ringside Network also produces its flagship monthly program "Boxing Around the Globe" . Boxing Around the Globe's mission is to keep the dedicated boxing fan up to date through its pound-for-pound segment, its boxing interview segments, its trending news segments and world-wide upcoming boxing schedules.

About

RootOn

This app connects high school sports communities by providing schedules, live scores, real-time updates, and interactive features for fans, athletes, and managers. It fosters school spirit and simplifies team organization.

Highlights
  • Game schedules
  • Live scores and updates
  • Real-time stats
  • Photo galleries
  • Interactive game chats
  • Manager/coach tools
  • Community building
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RootOn is the ultimate app for high school sports fans, athletes, and managers, designed to bring your school’s athletic community closer than ever. Whether you're a student cheering from the stands, a parent keeping up with your child’s team, or a manager organizing the season, RootOn's simple and intuitive setup makes it easy to stay informed, connected, and engaged. For Students & Families: RootOn allows you to create a personalized account linked to your school, giving you instant access to all the games happening every day. No more missing out on important matchups or scrambling for game details! With RootOn, you can: - View Game Schedules: Access daily, weekly, and seasonal schedules with ease. - Get Real-Time Updates: Follow games live with up-to-the-minute scores and stats. - Stay in the Loop: Receive notifications about game starts, key information, and final results. - Join the Conversation: Participate in game chats and connect with other fans to share the excitement. - Relive the Moments: Browse photos and relive your team’s biggest moments through the photo gallery. For Managers & Coaches: RootOn is more than just a fan app—it’s a powerful tool for those managing high school sports. Whether you’re a coach, team manager, or athletic director, RootOn helps you simplify your work while fostering school pride. Key features include: - Easy Scoreboard Creation: Update game scores effortlessly to keep fans and families in the know. - Team Engagement Tools: Share stats, updates, and announcements directly with your school community. - Community Building: Boost school spirit by creating an inclusive and interactive space for fans, players, and families. Strengthen Your School Spirit: RootOn goes beyond just scores and schedules. It’s designed to unite your school’s athletic community by making every game a shared experience. From live score updates to post-game highlights, RootOn brings the excitement of high school sports to everyone, whether they’re in the stands or miles away. Features at a Glance: - Daily game schedules personalized to your school - Live scores and real-time updates - Detailed stats and game information - Photo galleries - Interactive chats for fans and families - Optional notifications to keep you updated - Tools for managers and coaches to engage the community Be Part of the Action: RootOn isn’t just an app—it’s a hub for high school sports. It’s where students, parents, athletes, and fans come together to celebrate every goal, touchdown, and victory. Download RootOn today and experience the power of a connected sports community! NOTICE: If you are a school athletic director or administrator interested in joining RootOn, email RootOnApp@gmail.com to create your school's account.

Screenshots

RingSide Network4 screens
RootOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RootOn at 100% against RingSide Network's 0%. RootOn also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). RingSide Network's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.1). On price and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RootOn holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RootOn has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of RingSide Network's written reviews are positive against 100% of RootOn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RingSide Network ships an update monthly, RootOn fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
RingSide Network versus RootOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRingSide NetworkRootOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better17.1
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRingSide NetworkJorik Dammann

Customer experience

RingSide Network

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

RootOn

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RingSide Network

No in-app purchases

None

RootOn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RingSide Network free?
RingSide Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RootOn free?
RootOn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RingSide Network or RootOn?
RootOn is rated higher. RingSide Network averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while RootOn averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do RingSide Network or RootOn have ads?
RingSide Network shows ads; RootOn does not.
Which is updated more often, RingSide Network or RootOn?
RingSide Network ships an update monthly, and RootOn fortnightly. Most recently, RingSide Network was updated on November 3, 2026 and RootOn on November 4, 2026.

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