Comparison

Bridge Scorepad vs BBO Trainer

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

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About

Bridge Scorepad

This app simplifies scoring for various bridge games like Rubber, Chicago, and Duplicate. It offers a familiar scoresheet interface, detailed scoring explanations, and the ability to personalize and share your results. Ideal for both new and experienced bridge players.

Highlights
  • Supports Rubber, Chicago, and Duplicate Bridge scoring
  • Traditional scoresheet interface with graphical notation
  • Detailed scoring explanations with editing capabilities
  • Personalize scoresheets with player names and descriptions
  • Export scoresheets as PDF or print directly
  • Summarize scores across multiple games
  • Includes contract bridge scoring rules reference
Features
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Take the busy-work out of scoring Rubber Bridge, Chicago (4-deal) and/or Duplicate Bridge - let your iPhone/iPad do it for you with this flexible scorepad. Whether you are a veteran bridge player or someone who's just getting into the game, the Bridge Scorepad can help you better enjoy the game and enhance your understanding of the nuances of scoring. - Support for traditional Rubber Bridge scoring (i.e. We/They), Chicago Style (4-deal) AND Duplicate Bridge. - Rubber Bridge scorepad features: + The familiar look of a traditional scoresheet with a graphical notation of the contract and results. + See at a glance which teams are vulnerable, which teams have game legs on and their respective total scores. + Tap on an entry in the scoresheet to view a detailed explanation of the scoring. (You can edit the details of a previously played contract if you need to.) + Play multiple rubbers in one scoresheet, or create a new scoresheet for each rubber. - Chicago Bridge scorepad features: + Graphical 'Chukker' to keep track of the deal. + Support for both Chicago and Cavendish vulnerability systems. + Support for traditional Chicago scoring and Duplicate style scoring. + The familiar look of a traditional scoresheet with a graphical notation of the contract and results. + See at a glance which teams are vulnerable, which teams have game legs on (Chicago scoring) and their respective total scores. + Tap on an entry in the scoresheet to view a detailed explanation of the scoring. (You can edit the details of a previously played contract if you need to.) - Duplicate Bridge scorepad features: + Enter your Boards one at a time, in batches (e.g. by round) or all at once. + Personalize the scoresheet with a description and your player/team ID to highlight your team's scores in the scoresheet. + Quickly differentiate between complete and incomplete boards. + Tap on a completed board in the scoresheet to view a detailed explanation of the scoring (and edit the board if necessary). - Personalize and share your scoresheets: + Personalize scoresheets with player names and a scoresheet description. + Email a PDF copy or print(*) scoresheets directly from your device. + When scoring Rubber or Chicago on an iPad, there is a "Large font" user preference to help others at the table better see the scoresheet too. - Sum scores across scoresheets to track players over a period of time (currently for Rubber Bridge and Chicago Bridge only). The report includes a grand total by player as well as subtotals by the dates of the scoresheets (i.e. subtotals for all the scoresheets played on a single date). The report can be emailed or printed (*) directly from your device. - Includes a reference copy of the standard rules for scoring contract bridge (based on the 2004 International Laws of Contract Bridge). - Standalone scoring calculator (on the 'backside' of the scoring rules). Use it to score a hand or simply to better understand the nuances of contract bridge scoring. (*) Printing directly from the device requires an available AirPrint compatible printer. eMailing requires that your device has been configured to send emails.

About

BBO Trainer

Practice and improve your bridge game with this official training app. Play deals, analyze your performance, and learn through guided practice. Offers various game modes for all skill levels, with a free trial of premium features.

Highlights
  • Practice bridge deals anytime
  • Compare results with players worldwide
  • Guided practice with clear feedback
  • Play with AI opponents
  • Pause, resume, and play at your own pace
  • Deep statistics and performance tracking
  • Daily Challenge and Mini Bridge modes
Features
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Build your bridge skills with the official training app from Bridge Base Online (BBO). BBO Trainer lets you practice bridge anytime, play real deals, and compare your results with players worldwide. Free trial included New users receive 1 month of FREE access to all Premium features. Whether you’re learning the game, returning after a break, or training for duplicate, BBO Trainer helps you understand bridge through guided practice and clear feedback. o No partner needed, play full bridge deals with consistent AI opponents o Pause, resume, and play at your own pace o Perfect for building strong fundamentals or sharpening advanced skills • Game modes o Daily Challenge Play 8 new deals every day and see how you rank against the field. Try to keep your streak alive and build consistency in your practice. Free access for all players. Premium unlocks full leaderboards and extended comparison. o Mini Bridge The easiest way to start playing bridge. Perfect for beginners or players who want to review the fundamentals in a simplified format. Mini Bridge is free for everyone. o Free Deals Get 4 free practice deals per day. Choose IMP or Matchpoint scoring, just like in real tournaments. Premium users unlock full deal history, detailed analysis, and unlimited replays. o AI Challenge Train whenever you want with no partner needed. Play one-on-one against strong AI opponents and follow your improvement over time. • Deep statistics & performance tracking BBO Trainer gives you an at-a-glance view of your bridge level: o Overview of your last 200 deals o Success rate as declarer and defender o Defense performance by suit and contract type o Distribution of contracts played (games, slams, part-scores, NT, minors, majors) o Comparison between recent results and long-term averages Premium users unlock advanced layers of insights, with contract-by-contract breakdowns and direct links to detailed game analysis. • Free vs Premium The app is free to download, and all new users get 1 month of full access: o All game modes unlocked o Full statistics o Detailed game analysis o Leaderboards o Unlimited deals and replays After the free month, you can continue for free with: o Daily Challenge (no comparison) o 4 free deals per day o Mini Bridge o Basic results Or you can subscribe to unlock the full training experience for $9.99 USD, after one month FREE. • Requirements Internet connection required Download BBO Trainer and turn every deal into a learning opportunity! Privacy Policy: https://trainer.bridgebase.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://trainer.bridgebase.com/tos Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bridge Scorepad2 screens
BBO Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BBO Trainer at Free against Bridge Scorepad's $1.99. BBO Trainer also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (494 vs 15). Bridge Scorepad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (78% vs 56%). On ads and device support 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

BBO Trainer is free to download; Bridge Scorepad costs $1.99 up front. BBO Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Bridge Scorepad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bridge Scorepad holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BBO Trainer has 494 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Bridge Scorepad's written reviews are positive against 56% of BBO Trainer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bridge Scorepad ships an update every 8 months, BBO Trainer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Bridge Scorepad versus BBO Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBridge ScorepadBBO Trainer
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (15 ratings) — better4.6 (494 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better56.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15494 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYannis S. ArvanitisBridge Base On Line, LLC

Customer experience

Bridge Scorepad

All ratings15 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

BBO Trainer

All ratings460 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive56.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative24.0%

In-app purchases

None

Bridge Scorepad

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

BBO Trainer

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly subscription1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Bridge Scorepad free?
Bridge Scorepad costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BBO Trainer free?
BBO Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bridge Scorepad or BBO Trainer?
Bridge Scorepad is rated higher. Bridge Scorepad averages 4.9 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while BBO Trainer averages 4.6 from 494 ratings.
Do Bridge Scorepad or BBO Trainer have ads?
Neither Bridge Scorepad nor BBO Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bridge Scorepad or BBO Trainer?
Bridge Scorepad ships an update every 8 months, and BBO Trainer monthly. Most recently, Bridge Scorepad was updated on November 1, 2026 and BBO Trainer on October 30, 2026.

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