Sweep. vs Boston Y
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Sweep.
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No runner left behind. In every race, the sweep is the volunteer at the back of the field making sure nobody finishes alone. Thatβs the spirit behind Sweep. Sweep is the app for running clubs β one place for your community to chat, plan runs, manage events, follow training plans, and stay connected without juggling group texts, spreadsheets, and scattered apps. CHANNELS Organize conversations by route, pace group, race, or topic. No more endless message threads or lost screenshots. RUNS Auto-sync runs from Garmin, Strava, and Apple Health. Duplicate activities merge automatically. Share runs to the club feed with one tap β or keep them private. EVENTS Manage group runs, races, meetups, volunteer opportunities, and club events with RSVPs, reminders, and shared calendars. TRAINING PLANS Coaches can build and update plans while members see their week clearly in the app. Less confusion, fewer missed workouts. ADMIN TOOLS Announcements, member roles, board-only channels, polls, and AI-powered club support tools built specifically for running communities. PRIVACY Your activity data stays yours. Nothing is shared to the club feed unless you choose to post it. Built for the way running clubs actually work. From pace groups and long-run meetups to race carpools and volunteer coordination, Sweep helps clubs stay connected on and off the road.
Boston Y
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Your Y. Building connections. Growing Community. The YMCA of Greater Boston app helps you stay connected to the people, places, and programs that support your well-being. You can track your progress, look up class schedules, sign up for programs, and even volunteer β everything you need to stay engaged with the Y is just a tap away. Letβs keep moving β together. App Features Stay Active & Well Explore group fitness classes, pool schedules, and programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Plan Your Visit Easily view center hours, including holiday schedules, so you can plan your time with confidence. Easy Check-In Use your phone as your membership card for quick, contactless check-in at any YMCA of Greater Boston location. Stay in the Loop Get real-time updates, reminders, and important alerts β so you never miss whatβs happening at your YMCA. Getting Started Log in using the email address associated with your YMCA membership.
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Verdict
Sweep. and Boston Y are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Sweep. | Boston Y |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 15.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 172 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joseph Ryan | Attollo Technology LLC |
In-app purchases
Sweep.
No in-app purchases
Boston Y
No in-app purchases









