# 4 vs FarmKeep

The clearest difference is rating: FarmKeep at 4.8 against 4's 3.9. FarmKeep also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 33 months) and review sentiment (88% vs 69%). 4's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.2 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FarmKeep sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. 4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

FarmKeep holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 268 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of 4's written reviews are positive against 88% of FarmKeep's.

4 ships an update every 33 months, FarmKeep every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 4 | FarmKeep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-h-livestock-record/id898568078/reviews) | **[4.8 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/farmkeep/id6449797965/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 54 | **268** |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews | **87.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 33 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.2** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Learning Games Lab, NM State University](https://appshunter.io/developer/337567846) | [Mozaius](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690704095) |

## What reviewers say

### 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-h-livestock-record/id898568078)

Organize your market livestock project details with this app. Track 4-Hers, animals, events, and financial information. Generate customized reports for analysis and record-keeping needs.

**Highlights:** Track 4-Hers and livestock projects, Record animal weights, feed, and health, Monitor average daily gains, Enter project income and expenses, Generate financial statements, Export customizable reports

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### FarmKeep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/farmkeep/id6449797965)

Manage all aspects of your farm, including animals, breeding, production, finances, and tasks. Track animal health, optimize yields, and simplify financial record-keeping. Collaborate with others and map your land for better farm management.

**Highlights:** Up-to-date animal records with photo gallery, Automated breeding calculations for over 1200 species, Production tracking for yield optimization, Financial record keeping for sales and expenses, Multi-member farm collaboration, Task and reminder management, Land mapping for pasture rotation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium - Annual | $95.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 4 free?

4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FarmKeep free?

FarmKeep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 4 or FarmKeep?

FarmKeep is rated higher. 4 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while FarmKeep averages 4.8 from 268 ratings.

### Do 4 or FarmKeep have ads?

Neither 4 nor FarmKeep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 4 or FarmKeep?

4 ships an update every 33 months, and FarmKeep every 11 days. Most recently, 4 was updated on November 1, 2026 and FarmKeep on November 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*