iRefFoos vs Foosball Goalkeeper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iRefFoos
This app analyzes foosball matches to reveal opponent patterns and tendencies. It offers tools for live refereeing, smart practice, and in-depth match review, helping players improve their game.
- Possession pattern analysis
- Instant match moment review
- Imported match footage analysis
- Structured training challenges
- ITSF shot clocks
- Hands-free referee controls
- VAR recording
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iRefFoos – Find the Tells Foosball players are constantly searching for tells — the small habits and patterns that reveal how an opponent plays. Until now, discovering those tells relied on instinct and years of experience. iRefFoos changes that. Built by Pro-Master player Eric Dunn, iRefFoos analyzes matches, reveals possession patterns, and lets players instantly review key moments so they can understand what’s really happening on the table. FIND THE TELLS Detailed possession timelines and visual bar charts reveal patterns that are difficult to see during live play. Spot tendencies, passing patterns, and defensive habits players rely on to gain an edge. REVIEW THE MOMENT Record your match and instantly jump to the possessions you want to study — even while the match is still being played. Get the information you need when it matters most. ANALYZE ANY GAME Import match footage and process it with Auto-Timer to generate full possession timelines and statistics — just like a live game. TRAIN THE RIGHT HABITS The Training Center uses structured challenges designed to build consistency, timing, and the habits the best players use to reach the highest levels. Whether you're competing in weekly events, studying tournament footage, or practicing for the next level, iRefFoos helps you see the game differently. Each session begins by choosing how you want to foos: Referee, Practice, Compete, Stream/Share, or Fun Mode — and the app configures itself instantly. REFEREE Run matches confidently without taking your eyes off the table. • ITSF shot clocks with tenth-second precision • Reset → Warning → Technical progression • Score tracking, timeouts, and serve indicator • Hands-free controls using volume buttons • Customizable layout and automatic game recovery • Track jars across an entire match. VAR Recording lets you review key moments if a call is questioned. Remote Viewing shares scores and timers via QR code so spectators can follow along. PRACTICE Train smarter. Auto-Timer detects the ball with your camera and automatically starts the correct shot clock. Practice mode includes zone highlighting, audio cues, and countdown alerts to help players master tournament timing. Training Center (Premium) provides structured challenges that track every attempt so you can see real progress over time. Modeled specially after the practice games and techniques pro-master players use to reach the highest level. COMPETE Turn your phone into a personal foosball coach. Auto-Timer records games and generates detailed statistics including possession charts and zone success rates. Between games or timeouts you can quickly review video clips, analyze defenses, and identify patterns that help you mid-game. HIGHLIGHTS & MATCH REVIEW Create highlight reels automatically from goals and passes, or mark moments manually while reviewing recordings. Import existing match videos to generate full timelines and possession statistics. STREAM & SHARE Share live match statistics with spectators using a QR code. Display stats on a TV via AirPlay/HDMI or stream with your favorite broadcasting app. Remote Control allows a second device to manage scores, matches, and highlights from a phone or web browser. FUN MODE Perfect for clubs and youth groups. Players connect on their own device and earn badges for passes, shots, blocks, streaks, and milestones — no accounts required. FREE vs PREMIUM Free • Referee timing tools • VAR recording and sharing • Auto-Timer practice mode • Highlight reel creation • Game playback and camera roll saves • Training Center demo • Fun Mode Premium • Training Center challenges • Quick Jump match review filters • Video analysis statistics • Automatic highlight reels for streams Whether you're learning the game, refereeing, or competing at the highest level, iRefFoos helps you see foosball like never before. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Foosball Goalkeeper
This app serves as a foosball scoring system to track player and team statistics. It offers four game variations and custom team creation to foster friendly competition and leaderboards within an office or club setting.
- Foosball scoring system
- Track player and team stats
- Four game variations
- Custom team creation
- Leaderboard rankings
- Pause and resume games
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Have ever wondered who is really the best foosball player in the office? You know how it goes, the guy who sits by you claims he’s the best but really you know better. Goalkeeper is here to help subtly tell him the truth. Goalkeeper is a foosball scoring system designed to track stats and elevate the level of competition in the office. With 4 variations of games based on tradition foosball you can keep things interesting and prove your game. Play from 4 different variations of foosball games with different configurations for each game type. Create custom teams with your friends and coworkers to track your teams progress and how you rank within the club. Getting Started The first step to begin playing is to join or setup a foosball club. Launch the app and follow the instructions to setup or join a club. Once setup, players can begin to also join with their personal devices. Players can then play games against and with each other and begin ranking on the leaderboards. • Play from four types of foosball games • Track stats and view how you rank in the leaderboards • Pause and resume a game • Customize each game to your liking • Cheeky trash talking from the Goalkeeper We hope you enjoy Goalkeeper!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Foosball Goalkeeper at none against iRefFoos's 2. Foosball Goalkeeper also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 2). iRefFoos's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. iRefFoos sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Foosball Goalkeeper asks for nothing beyond the download.
iRefFoos holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of iRefFoos's written reviews are positive against 75% of Foosball Goalkeeper's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iRefFoos | Foosball Goalkeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.6 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eric Dunn | Matthew Rice |
Customer experience
iRefFoos
Foosball Goalkeeper
In-app purchases
iRefFoos
- iRefFoos Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- iRefFoos Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
Foosball Goalkeeper
No in-app purchases
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