# iClicker Student vs UIC Connection

The clearest difference is rating: iClicker Student at 4.4 against UIC Connection's 3.5. iClicker Student also leads on ratings volume (38K vs 11). UIC Connection's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and review sentiment (33% vs 17%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

iClicker Student holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iClicker Student has 38K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of iClicker Student's written reviews are positive against 33% of UIC Connection's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, UIC Connection every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iClicker Student | UIC Connection |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iclicker-student/id899690067/reviews)** | [3.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uic-connection/id6744154766/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **38K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 16.8% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 52 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [HPHLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/395949292) | [University of Illinois at Chicago](https://appshunter.io/developer/903164824) |

## What reviewers say

### iClicker Student

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

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


### UIC Connection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uic-connection/id6744154766)

This app serves as an online campus hub for University of Illinois Chicago students, faculty, and staff. It provides access to campus events, student organizations, academic departments, and essential resources to support student success. Users can manage their involvement, track academic progress, and earn recognition.

**Highlights:** Event calendar integration, Student organization management, Event registration and check-in, Service hour tracking, Co-Curricular Leadership Certificate application, User profile updates

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iClicker Student free?

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

### Is UIC Connection free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iClicker Student or UIC Connection?

iClicker Student is rated higher. iClicker Student averages 4.4 out of 5 from 38K ratings, while UIC Connection averages 3.5 from 11 ratings.

### Do iClicker Student or UIC Connection have ads?

Neither iClicker Student nor UIC Connection shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iClicker Student or UIC Connection?

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, and UIC Connection every 3 weeks. Most recently, iClicker Student was updated on November 9, 2026 and UIC Connection on October 30, 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.*