# iClicker Student vs Illinois

The clearest difference is rating: iClicker Student at 4.4 against Illinois's 2.7. iClicker Student also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (37K vs 117). Illinois's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

iClicker Student holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iClicker Student has 37K ratings behind it against 117, 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 11% of Illinois's.

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, Illinois every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iClicker Student | Illinois |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iclicker-student/id899690067/reviews)** | [2.7 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/illinois/id1476075513/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 117 |
| Positive reviews | **17.0% of reviews** | 10.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#25** | — |
| Size | 52 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HPHLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/395949292) | [University of Illinois](https://appshunter.io/developer/422670617) |

## What reviewers say

### iClicker Student

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

**Currently charting:** #25 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


### Illinois

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/illinois/id1476075513)

Navigate the University of Illinois with this comprehensive digital companion. Access class schedules, your student ID, campus maps, and event information. Utilize an AI assistant for university-related questions and discover wellness resources.

**Highlights:** Customizable home screen, Class schedules and locations, Digital student ID and bus pass, AI-powered university assistant, Interactive campus maps with amenities, Campus event listings, Wellness resources

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iClicker Student free?

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

### Is Illinois free?

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

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

iClicker Student is rated higher. iClicker Student averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while Illinois averages 2.7 from 117 ratings.

### Do iClicker Student or Illinois have ads?

Illinois shows ads; iClicker Student does not.

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

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, and Illinois every 5 weeks. Most recently, iClicker Student was updated on September 24, 2026 and Illinois on September 15, 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.*