# SoundingBoard vs Early & Advanced Switch Games

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SoundingBoard at 48% against Early & Advanced Switch Games's 0%. SoundingBoard also leads on price (Free vs $6.99) and rating (3.5 vs 1.0). Early & Advanced Switch Games's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SoundingBoard is free to download; Early & Advanced Switch Games costs $6.99 up front. SoundingBoard sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Early & Advanced Switch Games asks for nothing beyond the download.

SoundingBoard holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SoundingBoard has 34 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of SoundingBoard's written reviews are positive against 0% of Early & Advanced Switch Games's.

SoundingBoard ships an update every 3 months, Early & Advanced Switch Games every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SoundingBoard | Early & Advanced Switch Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $6.99 |
| Rating | **[3.5 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundingboard/id390532167/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/early-and-advanced-switch-games/id1371162884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **34** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **48.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 41 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 26 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AbleNet](https://appshunter.io/developer/390532170) | [RJ Cooper & Associates, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/412790299) |

## What reviewers say

### SoundingBoard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundingboard/id390532167)

Create custom communication boards quickly using pre-made symbols or your own words. This app provides a powerful tool for individuals needing alternative communication methods. It supports switch access for enhanced usability.

**Highlights:** Customizable communication boards, AbleNet symbol integration, User-added words, Switch access support, Compatible with AbleNet Blue2 Switch

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mealtime_Male | Free | one-time |
| Mealtime_Female | Free | one-time |
| Getting Dressed_Male | Free | one-time |
| Getting Dressed_Female | Free | one-time |
| General Conversation_Male | Free | one-time |
| General Conversation_Female | Free | one-time |
| Fast Food Restaurant_Male | Free | one-time |
| Fast Food Restaurant_Female | Free | one-time |
| Movies_Male | Free | one-time |
| Movies_Female | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Highly customizable boards
- 💡 Ability to use own photos
- 🗣️ Record own voice
- 🔗 Link boards together
- 🆓 Free to try/use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashing on startup
- 🐛 Boards disappearing/not saving
- 🐛 Edit lock not working
- 🐛 Inconsistent icon activation
- 🐛 Poor UI/UX for creation

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing on startup after purchase
- Folders not saving changes
- Created boards disappearing
- Edit lock not working, student can edit pictures
- Cannot record voice over preloaded boards

**Requested features**

- Large button icons for board selection
- Login system to save boards across platforms
- Ability to log in and save boards across devices
- User login system for shared boards
- Ability to erase pre-made boards


### Early & Advanced Switch Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/early-and-advanced-switch-games/id1371162884)

Explore a collection of 19 educational games designed for various skill levels, from basic cause-and-effect to advanced face-building and board games. Features include seamless game transitions and user control over advanced game selection. Compatible with any Bluetooth switch interface.

**Highlights:** 19 educational switch games, Cause/effect games, Face-building games, Board gaming, Scanning games, Step-Scan option, Bluetooth switch compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SoundingBoard free?

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

### Is Early & Advanced Switch Games free?

Early & Advanced Switch Games costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SoundingBoard or Early & Advanced Switch Games?

SoundingBoard is rated higher. SoundingBoard averages 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Early & Advanced Switch Games averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SoundingBoard or Early & Advanced Switch Games have ads?

Neither SoundingBoard nor Early & Advanced Switch Games shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SoundingBoard or Early & Advanced Switch Games?

SoundingBoard ships an update every 3 months, and Early & Advanced Switch Games every 41 months. Most recently, SoundingBoard was updated on October 23, 2026 and Early & Advanced Switch Games on October 24, 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.*