Comparison

Big Bracket Maker for the iPad vs Bracket Maker

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

Head to head
About

Big Bracket Maker for the iPad

Easily create single or double elimination tournament brackets for up to 128 players. Supports random or seeded assignments and allows for singles or doubles matches. Save, load, print, and email your tournament brackets.

Highlights
  • Create single/double elimination brackets
  • Up to 128 players
  • Random or seeded assignments
  • Save and load tournaments
  • Print and email brackets
  • Enter match scores
  • Handle byes automatically
Features
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A simple to use program based on the Top Ten Sports App, "Bracket Maker for the iPad". This BIG bracket maker lets you place up to 128 players in your own SINGLE and DOUBLE elimination tournament style. It is easy as 1-2-3. 1) Choose your tournament type, Single or Double 2) Choose your assignment type; random or seedings (double elim. only supports random assignments) 3) For Random assignments, you can choose how players in each match, 1 vs 1 or 2 vs 2 4) Type in the names (up to 128 players) 5) Push copy to brackets. Note that for double elimination tournaments, you can only use random assignments of players. This program brings in great features: * You can save the player list -- This is handy if you hold regular tournaments with basically the same set of players. You can adjust the player list using an edit feature. * You can load and save tournaments -- Unlimited number of tourneys can be created. * You can print your brackets * You can email your brackets -- This way you can share the results with the participants * You can enter scores for each match (if you want to) * You can have singles or doubles matches in a random player assignment You don't have to worry about byes. You just enter the number of players you want and then hit copy. It's that easy. The program figures out who goes where. For large seeded single elimination tournaments, the program splits the field into 16 player (max.) divisions. This allows seeding to follow the divisions similar to the crazy March basketball tournaments. It also lets you adjust one division without messing up the other brackets. IF YOU NEED TRIPLE ELIMINATION, ROUND ROBIN or OTHER TYPES, check out the Bracket Maker for iPad. This BIG bracket is for single and double elimination only but for up to 128 players. You can see how the program works and see its features by watching the youtube video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgKMUmv9XcE

About

Bracket Maker

This app simplifies sports event management for organizers. Create custom tournaments, manage leagues, and schedule events with ease. Keep participants engaged with real-time updates and cross-platform accessibility.

Highlights
  • Versatile tournament creation
  • Intuitive bracket builder
  • Comprehensive league management
  • Intelligent scheduling
  • Cross-platform accessibility
  • Real-time updates
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Elevate your sports event management with Tournament Bracket Maker, the all-in-one solution for organizers of all levels. From local leagues to professional tournaments, our app streamlines every aspect of competition management. Key Features: Versatile Tournament Creation • Design custom tournaments for any sport • Support for knockout, round-robin, and hybrid formats • Easy setup for leagues, playoffs, and championships Intuitive Bracket Builder • Automatic progression and reseeding options • Real-time updates keep everyone informed Comprehensive League Management • Manage multiple leagues simultaneously • Automated standings and statistics tracking • Flexible scheduling for regular seasons and playoffs Intelligent Scheduling • Auto-generate schedules based on availability • Easily manage multi-venue events • Quick rescheduling for unexpected changes Cross-Platform Accessibility • Sync data across all your devices • Work offline with automatic updates when reconnected • Collaborate with your organizing team in real-time Perfect for: • Sports league administrators • School and college athletic departments • Amateur clubs and recreational leagues • Professional tournament organizers • E-sports event coordinators • Youth sports coaches and parents • Corporate event planners • Charity sports event organizers Why Choose Tournament Bracket Maker? • Save Time: Automate complex tasks and focus on creating great experiences • Flexibility: Adapt to any sport or tournament format with ease • Engage Participants: Keep players and fans involved with real-time updates • Scale with Ease: Manage events of any size without losing control • Stress-Free Management: Intuitive interface simplifies complex event organization • Always Accessible: Manage your event from anywhere Transform your passion for sports into expertly organized events. Whether you're planning your first tournament or managing a long-standing league, Tournament Bracket Maker provides the tools you need to succeed. Privacy Policy: https://bracketpro.online/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://bracketpro.online/terms.html

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bracket Maker at Free against Big Bracket Maker for the iPad's $0.99. Bracket Maker also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). Big Bracket Maker for the iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Bracket Maker is free to download; Big Bracket Maker for the iPad costs $0.99 up front. Bracket Maker sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Big Bracket Maker for the iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bracket Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bracket Maker has 224 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Big Bracket Maker for the iPad's written reviews are positive against 52% of Bracket Maker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Big Bracket Maker for the iPad ships an update every 3 months, Bracket Maker every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
Big Bracket Maker for the iPad versus Bracket Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBig Bracket Maker for the iPadBracket Maker
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.2 (9 ratings)4.4 (224 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews52.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9224 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacques RomanoMariia Dordiai

Customer experience

Big Bracket Maker for the iPad

All ratings9 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bracket Maker

All ratings214 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral3.7%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive52.1%
Neutral6.3%
Negative41.7%

In-app purchases

None

Big Bracket Maker for the iPad

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Bracket Maker

Subscriptions9
  • Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • PRO plus weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Month3 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • Promo Month1 Month trial$10.991 Month
  • 3 Months Premium$14.993 Months
  • Premium Annual$19.991 Year
  • PRO plus yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Big Bracket Maker for the iPad free?
Big Bracket Maker for the iPad costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bracket Maker free?
Bracket Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Big Bracket Maker for the iPad or Bracket Maker?
Bracket Maker is rated higher. Big Bracket Maker for the iPad averages 3.2 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Bracket Maker averages 4.4 from 224 ratings.
Do Big Bracket Maker for the iPad or Bracket Maker have ads?
Bracket Maker shows ads; Big Bracket Maker for the iPad does not.
Which is updated more often, Big Bracket Maker for the iPad or Bracket Maker?
Big Bracket Maker for the iPad ships an update every 3 months, and Bracket Maker every 5 days. Most recently, Big Bracket Maker for the iPad was updated on October 23, 2026 and Bracket Maker on October 25, 2026.

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