# iClicker Student vs BearCheck

The clearest difference is rating: BearCheck at 5.0 against iClicker Student's 4.4. BearCheck also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). iClicker Student's advantage is ratings volume (37K vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). 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. BearCheck asks for nothing beyond the download.

BearCheck holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iClicker Student has 37K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, BearCheck every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iClicker Student | BearCheck |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iclicker-student/id899690067/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bearcheck/id6762102682/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 16.8% 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 | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HPHLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/395949292) | [XUEFEI TAO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892921430) |

## 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


### BearCheck

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bearcheck/id6762102682)

This app streamlines classroom attendance for students by allowing them to scan a dynamic QR code for secure check-in. It offers features like location verification and attendance history, while teachers manage sessions and review attendance via a web app.

**Highlights:** Secure QR code check-in, Location-based verification, Attendance history, Required check-in questions, Dispute resolution, Account settings

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iClicker Student free?

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

### Is BearCheck free?

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

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

BearCheck is rated higher. iClicker Student averages 4.4 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while BearCheck averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do iClicker Student or BearCheck have ads?

Neither iClicker Student nor BearCheck shows ads.

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

iClicker Student ships an update every 6 weeks, and BearCheck every 3 weeks. Most recently, iClicker Student was updated on October 16, 2026 and BearCheck on October 2, 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.*