# VRC RoboScout vs SolarScout

The clearest difference is ratings volume: VRC RoboScout at 137 against SolarScout's 2. SolarScout's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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 — 4.9 for VRC RoboScout against 5.0 for SolarScout. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VRC RoboScout has 137 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | VRC RoboScout | SolarScout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (137 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrc-roboscout/id6468965439/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarscout/id6762175806/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **137** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 95 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [William Castro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711081284) | [DABAO ZHANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879343656) |

## What reviewers say

### VRC RoboScout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrc-roboscout/id6468965439)

This app revolutionizes team and event tracking for robotics competitions. It allows users to record match notes, export data, view leaderboards, and even predict match outcomes. It supports multiple competition modes and seasons, offering a comprehensive scouting solution.

**Highlights:** Favorite teams and events, Universal team and event lookup, World Skills and TrueSkill leaderboards, In-app match notes, Data export, Match predictions, Multi-season and multi-mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SolarScout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarscout/id6762175806)

This app provides advanced analytics and real-time insights for VEX Robotics competitions. It features a unique ranking system, match prediction, and alliance optimization to give teams a competitive edge. Stay updated with live match information and smart notifications.

**Highlights:** Advanced Solarize Ranking System, Match Prediction Engine, Alliance Optimization, Quickview Match Access, Live Activities & Dynamic Island Integration, Smart Notifications System, Event & Team Insights

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VRC RoboScout free?

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

### Is SolarScout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VRC RoboScout or SolarScout?

SolarScout is rated higher. VRC RoboScout averages 4.9 out of 5 from 137 ratings, while SolarScout averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do VRC RoboScout or SolarScout have ads?

Neither VRC RoboScout nor SolarScout 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.*