# The Picklr vs Mastermind

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mastermind at 100% against The Picklr's 22%. Mastermind also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). The Picklr's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ratings volume (549 vs 12). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mastermind sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month. The Picklr asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mastermind holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Picklr has 549 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of The Picklr's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mastermind's.

The Picklr ships an update every 2 weeks, Mastermind every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Picklr | Mastermind |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (549 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-picklr/id1663342732/reviews) | **[4.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mastermind-brain-training/id6444704782/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **549** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 22.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 86 MB | 834 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PBC Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1555133219) | [Mastermind Sports LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656253503) |

## What reviewers say

### The Picklr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-picklr/id1663342732)

Easily find and join sports clubs with a streamlined booking process. Stay connected with your club through notifications and communication tools. Access 24/7 customer support for any assistance.

**Highlights:** Simplified booking process, 24/7 Customer Support, Live chat, Club Notifications, Communication tools

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to book courts and manage reservations
- ⚽ Great facilities and staff support
- 🎯 Convenient for year-round indoor play
- 📱 User-friendly interface when functioning properly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes when viewing session details
- 🐛 Crashes after recent iOS 26 update
- 🐛 App runs very slowly on some devices
- 😕 Confusing and cluttered UI navigation
- 😕 Unintuitive booking flow with redundant steps

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when clicking on scheduled event details
- App crashes when viewing session roster
- App crashes after 10-20 seconds on multiple devices
- App closes unexpectedly and returns to home screen
- Clicking waitlisted session redirects to different session

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration to add bookings to Google Calendar or Apple iCal
- Push notifications for waitlist availability
- Ability to lock or protect favorite locations from changes
- List view for calendar with skill level filtering
- Multi-day reservation booking in single action


### Mastermind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mastermind-brain-training/id6444704782)

Enhance cognitive skills like focus, memory, and reaction time with advanced brain training exercises. Improve decision-making, visual processing, and hand-eye coordination for a competitive edge in daily life and high-performance activities.

**Highlights:** Memory & Recognition training, Decision Making enhancement, Rhythm & Timing improvement, Response Inhibition control, Visual Processing sharpening, Focus and Attention training, Hand-Eye Coordination development

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mastermind 1 User 1 Month | $49.99 | per month |
| Mastermind 2 Users 1 Month | $98.99 | per month |
| Mastermind 3 Users 1 Month | $146.99 | per month |
| Mastermind 4 Users 1 Month | $194.99 | per month |
| Mastermind 1 User 6 Months | $264.99 | per 6 months |
| Mastermind 1 User 12 Months | $499.99 | per year |
| Mastermind 2 Users 6 Months | $529.99 | per 6 months |
| Mastermind 3 Users 6 Months | $799.99 | per 6 months |
| Mastermind 2 Users 12 Months | $999.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Picklr free?

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

### Is Mastermind free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The Picklr or Mastermind?

Mastermind is rated higher. The Picklr averages 4.4 out of 5 from 549 ratings, while Mastermind averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.

### Do The Picklr or Mastermind have ads?

Neither The Picklr nor Mastermind shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Picklr or Mastermind?

The Picklr ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mastermind every 3 weeks. Most recently, The Picklr was updated on October 17, 2026 and Mastermind on October 3, 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.*