Comparison

Turnstile vs CheerVue

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

Head to head
About

Turnstile

This free QR code scanner app simplifies event check-in for schools. Volunteers can quickly scan tickets and track attendance in real-time without needing an account. It supports various ticket types and works offline, syncing data automatically when reconnected.

Highlights
  • Free QR code scanning
  • Real-time attendance tracking
  • No account or login required
  • Offline functionality
  • Supports various ticket types
  • Contactless scanning
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Turnstile — Free QR Code Ticket Scanner for School Events Scan tickets. Track attendance. No account required. Turnstile is FutureFund's free event check-in app built for K-12 schools, PTAs, and PTOs. Volunteers download the app, point it at a QR code, and check guests in — no signup, no login, no training needed. Every scan syncs instantly to your FutureFund admin dashboard with real-time attendance tracking and duplicate entry prevention. Works with every school event: - Football games · dances · theater shows · band concerts · graduation ceremonies · carnivals · fun runs · and more Supports all ticket types: - General admission · VIP · reserved seating · season passes · multi-event bundles HOW IT WORKS: 1. Create a ticketed event in FutureFund and sell tickets online 2. Buyers receive a QR code via email — no app needed for guests 3. On event day, volunteers download Turnstile and scan at the door 4. Check-ins sync instantly to your FutureFund dashboard KEY FEATURES: - No account or login required for volunteers - Real-time check-in and attendance tracking - Season pass and multi-event bundle validation - Tiered ticket support (GA, VIP, Reserved) - Works offline — syncs automatically when reconnected - Contactless scanning from the guest's phone screen Turnstile is free to download and use. Ticket sales are processed through FutureFund with a small per-ticket fee. Free tickets have no fee. Trusted by over 6,500 schools nationwide. FutureFund is FERPA, COPPA, CCPA, and PCI DSS compliant.

About

CheerVue

This app streamlines management for cheerleading and gymnastics gyms, connecting owners, coaches, parents, and athletes. It offers features for scheduling, attendance tracking, billing, and communication, keeping the entire gym community organized.

Highlights
  • Team, athlete, and staff management
  • Attendance and progress tracking
  • Class, camp, and lesson scheduling
  • Billing and payment processing
  • Instant parent notifications
  • Competition and placement organization
Features
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CheerVue is the all-in-one management app built for all-star cheerleading and gymnastics gyms. Whether you're a gym owner, coach, parent, or athlete, CheerVue keeps everyone connected and organized. FOR GYM OWNERS & COACHES: • Manage teams, athletes, and staff schedules in one place • Track attendance and monitor athlete progress • Create and manage classes, camps, and private lessons • Handle billing, invoicing, and payments with ease • Send notifications and communicate with parents instantly • Organize competitions and team placements FOR PARENTS & ATHLETES: • View schedules, events, and competition details • Receive real-time updates and notifications • Track attendance and progress • Make payments and manage billing • Stay connected with coaches and staff • Access team information and important updates CheerVue brings your entire gym community together — from the mat to the app.

Screenshots

Turnstile4 screens
CheerVue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CheerVue at every 5 days against Turnstile's every 2 weeks. CheerVue also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Turnstile against 5.0 for CheerVue. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Turnstile ships an update every 2 weeks, CheerVue every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Turnstile versus CheerVue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTurnstileCheerVue
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFutureFund Technology, LLC.CheerVue, LLC

Customer experience

Turnstile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CheerVue

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Turnstile

No in-app purchases

None

CheerVue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Turnstile free?
Turnstile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CheerVue free?
CheerVue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Turnstile or CheerVue?
Turnstile and CheerVue are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Turnstile or CheerVue have ads?
Neither Turnstile nor CheerVue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Turnstile or CheerVue?
Turnstile ships an update every 2 weeks, and CheerVue every 5 days. Most recently, Turnstile was updated on October 24, 2026 and CheerVue on October 24, 2026.

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