# PointSolutions vs MinerLink

The clearest difference is monetization model: MinerLink at free against PointSolutions's subscription. PointSolutions's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 81) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

PointSolutions holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PointSolutions has 12K ratings behind it against 81, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PointSolutions ships an update every 5 weeks, MinerLink monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PointSolutions | MinerLink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pointsolutions/id300028504/reviews)** | [4.2 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minerlink/id1627635138/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 81 |
| Positive reviews | 22.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 38 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Turning Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/300028507) | [Missouri S&T](https://appshunter.io/developer/419947200) |

## What reviewers say

### PointSolutions

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pointsolutions/id300028504)

Engage with live polls and assessments on your web-enabled device. This tool enhances learning by increasing retention and allowing instructors to gauge comprehension through real-time data collection. It supports various question types and provides tools for tracking progress and communication.

**Highlights:** Real-time and self-paced polling, Display of questions and response options, Multiple choice, hotspot, and short answer questions, Attendance tracking, Grade data monitoring, Messaging to presenter

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for remote sessions
- 👍 Great for continuing education seminars
- 💡 Useful live polling technology

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Constantly logs users out
- ⏱️ Slow and delayed
- 🔒 Login issues and connectivity problems
- 💰 Overpriced for the features provided
- 🤯 Causes students to miss points/grades

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes during sessions
- Responses not recorded properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Polling questions not opening/closing properly

**Requested features**

- Remember login ability
- Improved stability and reliability
- Simpler user interface
- Geofence enabled sign-in
- Notification system for active questions


### MinerLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minerlink/id1627635138)

Discover campus organizations and events tailored to your hobbies and interests. This app serves as a guide to campus life, connecting students with relevant groups and activities.

**Highlights:** Campus organization discovery, Event listings, Interest-based matching, Student guide, Campus life information

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PointSolutions free?

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

### Is MinerLink free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PointSolutions or MinerLink?

PointSolutions is rated higher. PointSolutions averages 4.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while MinerLink averages 4.2 from 81 ratings.

### Do PointSolutions or MinerLink have ads?

Neither PointSolutions nor MinerLink shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PointSolutions or MinerLink?

PointSolutions ships an update every 5 weeks, and MinerLink monthly. Most recently, PointSolutions was updated on September 24, 2026 and MinerLink on September 23, 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.*