Comparison

The Drop Date vs Waters Group

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

Head to head
About

The Drop Date

Stay on top of the latest sneaker releases with this app's comprehensive calendar. Set reminders for upcoming drops, curate your favorite models, and explore recent releases from major brands.

Highlights
  • Sneaker release calendar
  • Set drop reminders
  • Favorite sneaker list
  • Browse recent releases
  • Major brand coverage
Features
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With The Drop Date's sneaker release calendar, you'll never miss a hyped sneaker release again. Set reminders for upcoming drops, build up a list of favourites, plus browse recent releases from Nike, adidas, New Balance, PUMA, ASICS, Vans, Converse, Air Jordan and many more popular brands.

About

Waters Group

Features
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The Waters Group App – Your Stone Industry Supply Hub Access the UK’s largest range of stone fabrication tools, consumables, adhesives, and lifting equipment – all in one easy-to-use app. Whether you’re in the workshop or on-site, Waters Group puts everything you need for stone fabrication right at your fingertips. Quick & Easy Ordering – Place orders anytime, anywhere, with fast UK delivery. Exclusive App Offers – Be the first to hear about special promotions and discounts. Order Tracking – Stay updated on your order status in real time. Industry Updates – Get the latest news, new product launches, and helpful resources. Waters Group is trusted by stone fabrication professionals nationwide for our unmatched product range, expert knowledge, and fast, reliable service. Now, with our app, it’s easier than ever to get the products you need – when you need them. Download today and make your stone industry supplies just a tap away.

Screenshots

The Drop Date4 screens
Waters Group4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: The Drop Date at every 4 months against Waters Group's every 12 months. The Drop Date also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Drop Date ships an update every 4 months, Waters Group every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
The Drop Date versus Waters Group: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Drop DateWaters Group
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB94 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperClickwire BVWaters Group Holding Company Ltd

In-app purchases

None

The Drop Date

No in-app purchases

None

Waters Group

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Drop Date free?
The Drop Date is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Waters Group free?
Waters Group is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Drop Date or Waters Group have ads?
Neither The Drop Date nor Waters Group shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Drop Date or Waters Group?
The Drop Date ships an update every 4 months, and Waters Group every 12 months. Most recently, The Drop Date was updated on October 24, 2026 and Waters Group on October 25, 2026.

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