Comparison

ScoreControl vs ScoreBeam Scoreboard

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

Head to head
About

ScoreControl

Features
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ScoreControl solves the problem of keeping track of the score while playing. Multiple devices running ScoreControl connect to each other to view or modify the score which stays in sync on all connected devices. Essentially, ScoreControl replaces a large scoreboard with multiple small ones. Place devices running ScoreControl in locations close to where players would be after a score (under the basket, behind each server, etc) and have a player on the scoring team update their score, which will update the score on all connected devices. No more mentally keeping track of the score. No more arguments about the score. All it takes is one device running as Caster and one or more devices running as Remote(s) requesting to the Caster to connect. The Caster determines which device can control the score of which team. It can grant the ability for a device (including the Caster) to control the score(s) of one team, the other team, both teams, or neither team (display only). It can also deny connection or grant view-only connection to any requesting device or all future requesting devices. It allows for full flexibility to display and control the score of both teams. Terms of Use: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/scorecontrol-terms-of-use/2c92508f-b084-4310-a83e-e1d371c4207a/terms

About

ScoreBeam Scoreboard

Features
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ScoreBeam is the fast, flexible way to run live scoreboards for grassroots sport, school fixtures, clubs, tournaments, and casual games. Start a match in seconds from your phone, beam a live scoreboard to bigger screens, and keep players, spectators, and coaches in sync in real time. Use one app to score live, track events, and share the match as it happens. Spectators can follow remotely with live scores, timeline updates, commentary, and stats in the app or on scorebeam.app. Why ScoreBeam stands out: • Live scoreboards on any screen – run the match from your phone and beam the scoreboard to tablets, displays, or TVs • Fast live scoring – add scores, events, and commentary in seconds • Instant joining – players, spectators, and display screens can join by QR code, link, or match code • Spectator View – follow matches live from anywhere with score, events, and key updates • Match stats as you score – track shots, cards, set pieces, and other match events live • Event sharing – share match moments with commentary and web links • Match history and exports – review past games and share PDF reports or CSV exports • Built for many sports – football, futsal, basketball, volleyball, rugby, hockey, tennis, badminton, combat sports, custom counters, and more** Perfect for: • Grassroots clubs • Junior and school sports • Tournaments and leagues • Coaches and team managers • Parents and volunteers running the scoreboard Whether you’re tracking a football match, a tennis game, a rugby fixture, or a custom event, ScoreBeam helps you score quickly, share instantly, and make every match feel more professional.

Screenshots

ScoreControl4 screens
ScoreBeam Scoreboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScoreBeam Scoreboard at none against ScoreControl's 2. ScoreControl's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. ScoreControl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ScoreBeam Scoreboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScoreControl ships an update every 5 days, ScoreBeam Scoreboard every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
ScoreControl versus ScoreBeam Scoreboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScoreControlScoreBeam Scoreboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomoo TaguchiSyntec Solutions Ltd

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScoreControl

Subscriptions2
  • ScoreControl Pro14 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • ScoreControl Pro (Yearly)14 Days trial$2.991 Year
None

ScoreBeam Scoreboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScoreControl free?
ScoreControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScoreBeam Scoreboard free?
ScoreBeam Scoreboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScoreControl or ScoreBeam Scoreboard have ads?
Neither ScoreControl nor ScoreBeam Scoreboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScoreControl or ScoreBeam Scoreboard?
ScoreControl ships an update every 5 days, and ScoreBeam Scoreboard every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScoreControl was updated on October 24, 2026 and ScoreBeam Scoreboard on October 24, 2026.

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