Comparison

Kickconnect vs ChallengeNow 2.0

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

Head to head
About

Kickconnect

Features
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KICKCONNECT – The Ultimate Football Matchmaking App Join the growing community of casual and competitive footballers across Sweden! With KickConnect, you can instantly find, create, or join local matches based on your level, location, and availability — solo or with friends. No more waiting on slow group chats. Just pure, spontaneous football. KEY FEATURES: Find Matches Instantly: Discover local 5-a-side, 7-a-side, and casual games near you. Skill-Based Matchmaking: Get matched using our ELO-style rating system for balanced teams. Create Your Own Match: Set time, location, and player limit – KickConnect handles the rest. Track Your Progress: Build your profile, unlock badges, and see your match stats evolve. Real-Time Updates: Receive instant notifications when someone joins or a match is filling up. In-App Chat: Coordinate with your team directly in the app – no external chats needed. Player Ratings: Give and receive ratings after each match to keep the community strong. Badge System: Earn unique achievements as you play, win, and grow in the game. Clean, Fast Interface: Designed to help you go from app to pitch in seconds. HOW TO USE: Create your player profile in under a minute Set your location, skill level, and availability Join or create your next match – and let the game begin! ABOUT KICKCONNECT: KickConnect is where real football starts. Built for players who want less planning and more playing, it’s the go-to platform to connect with teammates, play consistently, and level up your game — one match at a time.

About

ChallengeNow 2.0

Features
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ChallengeNow makes it easy for athletes, teams, duos, squads, clubs, and communities to connect through sports and challenges. Whether you compete individually or as part of a team, ChallengeNow gives you the tools to find opponents, organize matches, create challenges, and stay active all year round. Create your own matches, events, or challenges — or discover open opportunities near you. Explore new places, meet new competitors, and build your community across all sports and activities. Key Features • Create and publish matches, events, and challenges • Find players, teams, or opponents near you • Supports individual sports, duos, squads, and full teams • Discover new venues, fields, courts, and locations • Plan upcoming activities and competitions throughout the year • Smooth and direct communication between participants • Match history, achievements, and statistics • Build your profile and grow your competitive journey • Connect through sports, fitness, gaming, and more ChallengeNow brings competition, community, and movement together in one platform — so you can focus on what matters most: playing, competing, improving, and having fun.

Screenshots

Kickconnect4 screens
ChallengeNow 2.04 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Kickconnect at every 3 days against ChallengeNow 2.0's every 10 days. 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

Kickconnect ships an update every 3 days, ChallengeNow 2.0 every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Kickconnect versus ChallengeNow 2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKickconnectChallengeNow 2.0
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB61 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperInnovaniaChallengeNow AB

In-app purchases

None

Kickconnect

No in-app purchases

None

ChallengeNow 2.0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kickconnect free?
Kickconnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChallengeNow 2.0 free?
ChallengeNow 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Kickconnect or ChallengeNow 2.0 have ads?
Neither Kickconnect nor ChallengeNow 2.0 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kickconnect or ChallengeNow 2.0?
Kickconnect ships an update every 3 days, and ChallengeNow 2.0 every 10 days. Most recently, Kickconnect was updated on October 28, 2026 and ChallengeNow 2.0 on October 15, 2026.

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