# iClicker Student vs phyphox

iClicker Student and phyphox both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of phyphox's written reviews are positive against 17% of iClicker Student's. phyphox also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and device support (3 vs 1). iClicker Student's advantage is ratings volume (37K vs 272) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iClicker Student sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. phyphox asks for nothing beyond the download.

phyphox holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iClicker Student has 37K ratings behind it against 272, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of iClicker Student's written reviews are positive against 79% of phyphox's.

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, phyphox every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iClicker Student | phyphox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iclicker-student/id899690067/reviews) | **[4.6 (272 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phyphox/id1127319693/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 272 |
| Positive reviews | 17.0% of reviews | **78.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#45** | — |
| Size | 52 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HPHLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/395949292) | [RWTH Aachen University](https://appshunter.io/developer/371466796) |

## What reviewers say

### iClicker Student

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iclicker-student/id899690067)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

Engage in class by answering instructor questions directly from your mobile device. Receive immediate feedback on your responses and compare your performance with classmates. Review past questions and answers to prepare for quizzes and exams, with all your data securely stored in the cloud.

**Highlights:** Answer instructor questions on mobile, Receive instant feedback, Compare responses to class results, Access saved poll questions for study, Cloud-based data storage, Supports multiple question types

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iClicker Pulse 6-Months | $5.99 | one-time |
| iClicker Pulse 1-Year | $8.99 | one-time |
| iClicker Pro 6-Months | $16.99 | one-time |
| iClicker 6-Month Subscription | $16.99 | one-time |
| iClicker Pro 6-Months | $25.99 | one-time |
| iClicker 1-year subscription | $25.99 | one-time |
| iClicker 2-Year Subscription | $36.99 | one-time |
| iClicker 4-Year Subscription | $51.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Saves money compared to physical iClicker
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Reliable and works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices/iPads

**Reported bugs**

- Logging out and back in causes data loss
- Location tracking not working properly
- Questions not appearing or disappearing during class
- Frequent disconnections and sign-out issues

**Requested features**

- Add push notifications for when questions are available
- Show correct answers after questions are answered
- Display countdown timer for questions
- Allow deleting of courses added accidentally
- Provide subscription options based on semester length


### phyphox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phyphox/id1127319693)

Unlock your phone's sensors for scientific exploration. Conduct pre-built experiments or create your own using accelerometers, magnetometers, and more. Analyze and export data in various formats for further study.

**Highlights:** Pre-defined experiments, Data export (CSV, TSV, Excel), Web-based remote control, Custom experiment editor, Access to phone sensors, Advanced analysis functions

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Access to phone sensors
- 🔬 Useful for physics experiments
- 📊 Data logging and export
- 🆓 Free and no ads
- 🤔 Sparks curiosity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 📉 Inconsistent performance
- 🔒 App locks/minimizes recording
- ❓ Units not always clear
- ⚠️ Potential for device damage

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on older devices
- Barometer not working on iOS 17.4
- Network error: Generic error
- Sound measurement curve disappears
- App crashes frequently

**Requested features**

- Add infrasound detector
- More units of measurement (G-force, PSI, feet)
- NFC/RFID support
- In-app bug report feature
- Allow other sensors via USB-C


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iClicker Student free?

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

### Is phyphox free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iClicker Student or phyphox?

phyphox is rated higher. iClicker Student averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while phyphox averages 4.6 from 272 ratings.

### Do iClicker Student or phyphox have ads?

Neither iClicker Student nor phyphox shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iClicker Student or phyphox?

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, and phyphox every 3 months. Most recently, iClicker Student was updated on September 24, 2026 and phyphox on September 24, 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.*