2nd in Command vs Hearts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
2nd in Command
This app serves as a mobile war council for tabletop wargaming. It allows players to build and manage army lists, access unit statistics and rules, and store their creations for easy retrieval.
- Faithful list building for all factions
- Automatic points accuracy
- Save and store army lists
- Instant rules reference
- Comprehensive unit statistics
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Second in Command: The Old World - Prepare for Waaaagh! The time of reckoning is at hand. From the mist-shrouded forests of Athel Loren to the war-torn provinces of the Empire, the great powers muster for war. Second in Command is your mobile war council for The Old World, designed to marshal your forces with the precision of a veteran General. Marshal the Grand Armies Faithful List Building: Muster your regiments for every available faction, from the proud Kingdoms of Bretonnia and the Empire to the ancient hosts of the High Elves and Wood Elves, and the relentless legions of the Tomb Kings and Vampire Counts. An intuitive system lets you assemble your core, special, and rare units with ease, fully respecting the game's core rules. Flawless Requisition: The app handles the complex logistics of war. Every knightly vow, every volley of arrows, and every arcane spell is tallied automatically, ensuring your host is perfectly mustered and points-accurate. Your Grand Army, Preserved: Save and store your complete army lists on your device or cloud. Your battle-forged host is always ready to answer the call to war, be it for a local skirmish or a grand tournament. Master the Art of War: Instant Rule of Law: Keep your battle narrative flowing. Our rules reference puts every core rule, special rule, and unit statistic at your command. Settle disputes over the fog of war in an instant. Comprehensive Tome of Units: Instantly consult the strengths and weaknesses of any unit on the field, from a lowly State Trooper to a mighty Grail Knight, allowing for decisive and informed tactical command. Heed the Call to War! Cease your logistical preparations and sound the charge. Second in Command: The Old World is the ultimate strategic asset for every general, from an aspiring Captain to a legendary Lord. Download Now and Take Command!
Hearts
This app offers a modern and intuitive way to keep score for the card game Hearts. It features automatic scoring and adjustable rules for different game variations, ensuring a smooth and distraction-free experience.
- Modern and intuitive interface
- Automatic score calculation
- Adjustable game rules
- Ad-free experience
- Supports iPhone and iPad
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Tired of outdated Hearts scorekeeping apps? This is the only Hearts score tracker on the App Store that isn’t years old! Designed for today’s players, it makes keeping score effortless so you can focus on the game. Features: - Modern & Intuitive – No clunky designs or outdated interfaces. - Automatic Scoring – Enter scores, and we’ll handle the rest. - Adjustable Rules – Adjust settings for different variations. - No Ads, No Distractions – Just smooth scorekeeping. Download now and start playing!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: 2nd in Command at every 9 days against Hearts's every 7 months. 2nd in Command also leads on ratings volume (190 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). Hearts's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 83%) and price ($1.99 vs $3.99). On rating, 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
2nd in Command costs $3.99 and Hearts $1.99 up front. 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 2nd in Command against 5.0 for Hearts. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2nd in Command has 190 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of 2nd in Command's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hearts's.
2nd in Command ships an update every 9 days, Hearts every 7 months. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.
| Parameter | 2nd in Command | Hearts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (190 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 83.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 190 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Goathead Software | Jordan Gardner |
Customer experience
2nd in Command
Hearts
Bugs and requests
2nd in Command
Reported bugs
17 issues- Spelling errors
- App crashes when making changes too quickly
- Cannot add allies
- Interface could use a little work
- Special rules don't always show full effects
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- Bugs allowing selection of invalid items
- Missing rules/options for army composition
- Internet connection required
- Red error screens when choices become illegal
- Issues duplicating units
- Cannot buy Daemonic Icons for specific upgrades
- App crashes on Macbook when opening new list
- Orc boys wargear options cause app shutdown
- Bretonian Exil Army command section deleted after update
- Unit values are incorrect
- Countercharge on hippogriffs not flowing through
- Terrorgheist abilities not flowing through (unless on ghoul king)
Requested features
16 requests- German language option
- Images of units
- Macbook version fix
- Add allies
- Support for more lists (e.g., Bretonian Pegasus)
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- Dark mode option (implied by Mac user request)
- German language option
- Images of units
- Macbook version fix
- Add allies
- Support for more lists (e.g., Bretonian Pegasus)
- Dark mode option (implied by Mac user request)
- Add Daemonic Icons for Daemons of Chaos
- Include Open War and Grand Melee options
- Show weapon details in game view
- Fix countercharge on hippogriffs and terrorgheist abilities
Hearts
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
2nd in Command
No in-app purchases
Hearts
No in-app purchases









