# MyState vs Geo

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MyState at 80 against Geo's 2. MyState also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Geo's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (36% vs 28%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for MyState against 3.0 for Geo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyState has 80 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of MyState's written reviews are positive against 36% of Geo's.

MyState ships an update every 3 months, Geo every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyState | Geo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (80 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystate/id548641772/reviews) | **[3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geo-powered-by-arc/id6762745439/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **80** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 27.5% of reviews | **36.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 62 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Iowa State University of Science and Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/433925044) | [Ultimate Drill Book](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455826723) |

## What reviewers say

### MyState

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystate/id548641772)

This app serves as a comprehensive student toolkit, offering essential information and features for navigating university life. It provides real-time updates on campus transportation, dining options, class schedules, and campus events. Students can also access a directory, library services, and campus maps to enhance their academic and social experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable dashboard, Class schedule and GPA calculator, Real-time bus arrival predictions, Dining hall hours and menus, Campus directory and map, Student organization discovery, Library catalog and account management

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for class schedule
- 👍 Great app when student
- 👍 Contains all needed information
- 👍 Cool app
- 👍 Sleek design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bus tracker inaccurate
- 🐛 Class schedule issues
- 🐛 Dining hall hours inaccurate
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Bus tracker unreliable

**Reported bugs**

- Bus tracker estimates off by 10-15 minutes
- Bus tracker states no buses when there are
- App crashes when opening
- Class schedule issues persist
- Bus tracker not showing buses

**Requested features**

- Add support for alumni
- Third-party access for Ubill
- More accurate bus times
- Show all bus stops on map
- Add parking information


### Geo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geo-powered-by-arc/id6762745439)

Organize group events and manage attendance efficiently with shared calendars and real-time check-in features. Track attendance, handle excuse requests, and receive notifications for seamless event management.

**Highlights:** Live attendance widgets, Excuse request management, Shared calendars, Geo-fenced check-in, Automated reminders, Exportable attendance records, Smart Access permissions

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyState free?

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

### Is Geo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyState or Geo?

Geo is rated higher. MyState averages 3.0 out of 5 from 80 ratings, while Geo averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do MyState or Geo have ads?

Neither MyState nor Geo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyState or Geo?

MyState ships an update every 3 months, and Geo every 4 weeks. Most recently, MyState was updated on October 23, 2026 and Geo on October 18, 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.*