sparMaster Remote vs NextKick Admin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
sparMaster Remote
This app functions as a remote control exclusively for the sparMaster Scoring system. It connects to the scoring base station via WiFi. A standalone remote option is available for users who do not require the full scoring system.
- Remote control functionality
- WiFi connectivity
- Exclusive use with sparMaster Scoring system
- Standalone remote purchase option
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sparMaster Remote is the "remote-only" app to be used exclusively with the sparMaster Scoring system (sold separately). This Remote connects to the sparMaster Scoring Base Station via WiFi. The FULL sparMaster Scoring still contains both the Base Station and Remote apps. However, with the release of sparMaster Remote, you can purchase just the Remote app at a reduced cost should you not need the full sparMaster Scoring system or just want a few extra remotes. For additional information, please see sparMaster Scoring in the App Store.
NextKick Admin
Manage your martial arts school efficiently with this all-in-one tool. Track students, process payments, schedule classes, and communicate with members. Gain insights to help your school grow, all from your mobile device.
- Student profile management
- Real-time attendance tracking
- Payment and billing processing
- Class and event scheduling
- In-app messaging and announcements
- Performance reports and insights
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NextKick Admin — Martial Arts School Management, Simplified Run your martial arts school from anywhere with NextKick Admin — the all-in-one tool designed for instructors, managers, and school owners. Key Features: • Student Management — View and update student profiles, attendance, and membership status in real time. • Payments & Billing — Track tuition, process payments, and handle billing issues instantly. • Class Scheduling — Manage classes, events, and testing dates with ease. • Messaging — Communicate with students and parents directly through in-app chat and announcements. • Reports & Insights — Access real-time performance data to help your school grow. Whether you're on the mat, in the office, or on the go, NextKick Admin keeps your school running smoothly. Download now and take control of your martial arts business.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: NextKick Admin at Free against sparMaster Remote's $0.99. NextKick Admin also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (13 vs 2). sparMaster Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
NextKick Admin is free to download; sparMaster Remote costs $0.99 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 — 5.0 for sparMaster Remote against 5.0 for NextKick Admin. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextKick Admin has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
sparMaster Remote ships an update every 5 months, NextKick Admin every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | sparMaster Remote | NextKick Admin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (13 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steve McArther | MAS9 USA Corporation |
Customer experience
sparMaster Remote
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In-app purchases
sparMaster Remote
No in-app purchases
NextKick Admin
No in-app purchases
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