UK ETA vs Roller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UK ETA
Apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. The process involves scanning your passport and face, answering questions, and paying a fee. Decisions are typically received by email within a day.
- Apply for UK ETA
- Scan passport chip
- Facial scan for identity
- Digital payment
- Email decision notification
- Secure application process
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Use the UK ETA app to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to come to the UK. Who can apply Find out if you need an ETA to travel to the UK at: https://www.gov.uk/electronic-travel-authorisation. How to apply on the UK ETA app 1. Take a photo of your passport. 2. Scan the chip in your passport. 3. Scan your face. 4. Take a photo of yourself. 5. Answer some questions about yourself. 6. Pay for your application. It should only take 10 minutes to apply. You do not need to enter your travel details. Before you start To apply you will need: • an iPhone 8 or newer with IOS 16 or later • the passport you will use to travel to the UK • a credit card, debit card or Apple Pay • access to your emails If you're applying for someone else they must be with you. If they are not, you should apply online at: https://www.gov.uk/electronic-travel-authorisation. After you apply You’ll get a decision by email from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), usually within a day. Allow up to 3 working days (Monday to Friday) to get a decision, but it may arrive much sooner. The email will contain your 16 digit ETA reference number. You must wait until you get an email confirming you have an ETA before you travel to the UK. If you have not received a decision after 3 working days, check your spam or junk email folder before contacting UKVI. You may get decisions at different times to other people you applied for. Your ETA will be linked to the passport you applied with. You only need to show your passport when you travel to the UK. Privacy and security The app is safe and secure. No information is stored on the app or your phone after you close it. You can delete the app after you have completed your application. For information on staying safe online visit the UK Cyber Aware website: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware/home Accessibility You can read our accessibility statement at: https://confirm-your-identity.homeoffice.gov.uk/register/eta-app-accessibility
Roller
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Dice: Keep the game moving. Choose one or two beautifully animated dice and control the strength of every roll with the built-in power gauge. No missing dice, no searching under the sofa - just instant rolls whenever you need them. Coin: Settle it fairly. Flip a virtual coin that's always within reach. Adjust the power of your throw for a little extra theatre before fate makes the call. Draw: Leave it to chance. Generate random numbers for lotteries, raffles, giveaways or any situation that calls for an unbiased draw. Choose the range and how many numbers to pick. Wheel: Spin to decide. Create your own decision wheel with custom labels and give it a satisfying spin. Control the spin strength with the power gauge and let the wheel choose for you. Chance, on your terms: Roll dice, flip coins, draw numbers and spin wheels with tactile controls and beautifully crafted animations. Free to use. Flexible to upgrade: Roller includes free rolls, with more available by watching a short advert. Upgrade to VIP for unlimited access, or unlock Lifetime VIP with a one-off purchase. Purchase options are available in-app. Terms of Use: https://www.super.band/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.super.band/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UK ETA at none against Roller's 2. UK ETA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#68 vs unranked). Roller's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price and 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
Both are free to download. Roller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. UK ETA asks for nothing beyond the download.
UK ETA ships an update every 2 months, Roller fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UK ETA | Roller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (1.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 45.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #68 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 225 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Home Office | HARPREET SINGH LIKHARI |
Bugs and requests
UK ETA
Reported bugs
3 issues- Camera not working on certain devices
- Inability to retake passport photo
- Payment process issues causing app to freeze
Requested features
3 requests- Account to track application status
- Digital copy of ETA within the app
- Support for multiple family members in one application
Roller
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
UK ETA
No in-app purchases
Roller
- High Roller VIP$1.991 Month
- Lifetime Member$6.99









