# Total Carp vs Matt Hayes

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Total Carp at 38% against Matt Hayes's 0%. Total Carp also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). Matt Hayes's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Total Carp sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and Matt Hayes sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $28.49 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Total Carp ships an update every 7 months, Matt Hayes every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Total Carp | Matt Hayes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-carp/id424613615/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| Positive reviews | **38.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mortons Media Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/510309961) | [SupaPass](https://appshunter.io/developer/1051698849) |

## What reviewers say

### Total Carp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-carp/id424613615)

This monthly magazine offers the latest in carp fishing tackle, tactics, and bait recipes. It aims to help both new and experienced anglers improve their skills and catch more carp.

**Highlights:** Latest tackle reviews, Advanced fishing tactics, Bait creation recipes, Improve carp fishing skills, Digital magazine issues, Subscription options

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total Carp Magazine | $3.49 | per month |
| Total Carp Magazine | $31.99 | per year |
| Total Carp 3 back issue bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| July 2011 (id:363993) | $3.99 | one-time |
| April 2012 (id:364141) | $3.99 | one-time |
| May 2012 (id:365259) | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2012 (id:364238) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Complete Guide ... (id:364383) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Carp Bait – Foo... (id:398426) | $3.99 | one-time |
| December 2018 (id:455832) | $3.99 | one-time |


### Matt Hayes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matt-hayes/id1360264508)

Access exclusive fishing content, behind-the-scenes insights, and expert tips from a renowned angler. Engage with "Fishcasts," watch new films first, and enjoy offline playback of audio content. Participate in funding new projects and become part of a growing community.

**Highlights:** Exclusive films and footage, Regular audio Fishcasts, Themed advice and tips, Offline audio playback, Guest spots and films with friends, Community funding for new projects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $28.49 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Total Carp free?

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

### Is Matt Hayes free?

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

### Do Total Carp or Matt Hayes have ads?

Neither Total Carp nor Matt Hayes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Total Carp or Matt Hayes?

Total Carp ships an update every 7 months, and Matt Hayes every 3 months. Most recently, Total Carp was updated on October 29, 2026 and Matt Hayes on October 9, 2026.

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