MX Plus vs HerdWorks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MX Plus
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The Match Exchange (MX) is a digital price-discovering tool for farmers, final processors, transporters, and agricultural product traders. MX simplifies the price discovery processes by making the supply and demand of our network users visible on a map. This enhances transport optimisation, resulting in better price discovery at origin and destination points. The MX network guides farmers to more profitable markets, processors discover their most efficient sourcing areas, transporters find optimal route combinations, and traders are more effective in mitigating risks. Our network users improve their profitability, and our data provides financiers with a valuable entry point for financing every component of the agri supply chain. Additionally, our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions clearly state that we do not share or sell users’ phone numbers to any third parties. We also do not use the phone number for unsolicited communication. Users are only contacted when necessary for business-related purposes directly related to MX services.
HerdWorks
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HerdWorks is the complete farm management solution designed specifically for South African sheep farmers. Track breeding programs, pregnancy scanning, and lambing performance across multiple farms with an intuitive, offline-first iOS app. KEY FEATURES Performance Benchmarking - Compare your farm's performance against industry standards - Track conception rates, scanning rates, and lambing percentages - See where you rank among peers in your province and breed - Identify improvement opportunities with data-driven insights Complete Lambing Management - Record breeding events and mating periods - Track pregnancy scanning results - Monitor lambing outcomes and mortality rates - Calculate expected lambing dates automatically (145-day gestation) - Manage multiple lambing season groups per farm Multi-Farm Operations - Manage unlimited farms from one account - Track different breeds and production systems - Monitor performance across your entire operation - Perfect for farm managers and consultants Offline-First Design - Works perfectly without internet connection - Automatic sync when connection available - Reliable data capture in remote rural areas - Never lose data due to poor connectivity Bilingual Support - Full support for English and Afrikaans - Switch languages instantly - All features fully translated - Designed for South African farmers Comprehensive Tracking - Breeding event records (natural mating & AI) - Pregnancy scanning data (singles, twins, triplets) - Lambing records with mortality tracking - Production ewe counts per farm - GPS location support for farms Built for South African Conditions - All 9 provinces supported - 10 major sheep breeds included - Production system tracking - Integration with local co-ops and agents - Understands local farming practices WHO IS THIS FOR? HerdWorks is perfect for: - Commercial sheep farmers managing multiple operations - Stud breeders tracking genetic performance - Farm managers overseeing large-scale operations - Agricultural consultants advising multiple clients - Anyone serious about improving their lambing performance DATA YOU CAN TRUST - Scientifically accurate gestation calculations - Industry-standard performance metrics - Secure cloud backup with Firebase - Your data always remains private and secure WHY CHOOSE HERDWORKS? Unlike generic farm management apps, HerdWorks is built specifically for sheep farming in South Africa. We understand the challenges of rural connectivity, the importance of accurate record-keeping, and the need for bilingual support. Our offline-first design means you can record data in the field and sync later. GET STARTED TODAY Download HerdWorks and start tracking your first farm in minutes. No complex setup required - just create an account and start recording your breeding and lambing data. See how your operation compares to industry benchmarks and make informed decisions to improve your flock's performance. COMING SOON - Individual animal tracking with EID tags - Wool and meat production records - Financial tracking and reporting - Advanced analytics and graphs - Multi-user collaboration for farm teams SUPPORT We're committed to helping South African farmers succeed. Contact us anytime at paul@daishisystems.com for support, questions, or feature requests. Download HerdWorks today and take control of your sheep farming operation!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MX Plus at 14.0 against HerdWorks's 17.6. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | MX Plus | HerdWorks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MatchMX PTY LTD | Paul Mooney |
In-app purchases
MX Plus
No in-app purchases
HerdWorks
No in-app purchases









