# BYU vs myUVU

The clearest difference is rating: BYU at 4.7 against myUVU's 2.8. BYU also leads on ratings volume (7.1K vs 11). myUVU's advantage is iOS requirement (14.2 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

BYU holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BYU has 7.1K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | BYU | myUVU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/byu/id468518180/reviews)** | [2.8 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myuvu/id6761233476/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 55.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 72 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Brigham Young University](https://appshunter.io/developer/445934469) | [Utah Valley University](https://appshunter.io/developer/489894568) |

## What reviewers say

### BYU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/byu/id468518180)

Access a suite of university services designed for students. Manage academic tasks, campus resources, and personal accounts all in one place. This app streamlines your university experience.

**Highlights:** BYU Learning Suite, Add/Drop Classes, Testing Center access, Cannon Commons information, Cougar Cash management, Digital ID Card

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 👍 Helpful features like clocking in/out, accessing ID, and more
- 💡 Frequent updates and responsive to feedback
- 🚀 Saves time and increases efficiency

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches frequently
- 🔒 Unreliable login and authentication process
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find information
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Constant log-outs and need to re-authenticate
- Mobile ordering and Cougar Cash integration issues
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Outdated or incorrect information in some areas

**Requested features**

- Integrate with Learning Suite for full functionality
- Add ability to view/manage Cougar Cash and dining plan
- Improve search and navigation capabilities
- Provide more personalized and customizable features


### myUVU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myuvu/id6761233476)

Manage your academic life with this university app. Access course schedules, register for classes, and connect with advisors. Discover campus events and stay informed about university happenings.

**Highlights:** View course registration, Access class schedules, Contact academic advisors, Schedule advisor appointments, Discover campus events

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BYU free?

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

### Is myUVU free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BYU or myUVU?

BYU is rated higher. BYU averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while myUVU averages 2.8 from 11 ratings.

### Do BYU or myUVU have ads?

Neither BYU nor myUVU shows ads.

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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.*