iClicker Student vs ORCA+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iClicker Student
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.
- 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
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iClicker's student app allows you to answer questions using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Tap to provide your answer and receive instant feedback. Compare your vote to the rest of the class. After class, access the saved poll questions to study for a quiz or exam. All data is stored on the cloud so you can access it anywhere from any device. KEY FEATURES: • Free trial subscription with account creation • View your instructor’s questions as high resolution screenshots • Compare your response to the class results • Session history is stored in the cloud so you can access it anywhere • Multiple Choice, Short Answer, Numeric, and Target question types • Receive correct/incorrect feedback when your instructor grades the question • Review the questions and answers to study after class • Works alongside all iClicker remotes
ORCA+
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ORCA is a research app built by the Werchan Infant Learning and Development (WILD) Lab at UC Irvine (the-wild-lab.com). It helps families participate in approved studies on early child development—from the comfort of your home. BUILT FOR RESEARCH, NOT DIAGNOSIS ORCA is designed to support scientific research. It does not diagnose, treat, or monitor medical conditions. If you have concerns about your child’s development, please speak with your pediatrician. WHO IS ORCA FOR? ORCA is for families who have been invited to join a research study and received a study ID from their study coordinator. You will need that code to begin an assessment. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create an account and add your child’s profile 2. Enter the study ID provided by your research team 3. Follow simple on-screen instructions to prepare for the session 4. Complete short, child-friendly video activities together 5. Your session data is securely uploaded and accessed only by authorized researchers WHAT THE APP COLLECTS (WITH YOUR CONSENT) • Video recordings during assessment sessions • Optional heart rate data when a compatible Polar H9 sensor is used in select studies • Basic profile information needed for the study YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS • The camera and microphone are only active during an assessment you start • Data is fully encrypted and stored on secure research servers • Participation is voluntary—you can stop at any time and request deletion of your data • Only authorized members of the research team can access study data DESIGNED FOR REAL FAMILIES Young children move, look away, and explore—that’s normal. ORCA’s activities are built for everyday family life, with clear guidance before and during each session. ABOUT THE WILD LAB The Werchan Infant Learning and Development Lab at UCI studies how infants and toddlers learn and grow. ORCA brings families into that work as essential partners in discovery. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone or iPad with a front-facing camera • Study ID from an approved research study • Internet connection to upload completed sessions Questions? Contact your study coordinator or visit the in-app Help Center. ORCA — partnering with families to advance early child development research.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ORCA+ at none against iClicker Student's 8. iClicker Student's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. iClicker Student sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. ORCA+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | iClicker Student | ORCA+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (38K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 38K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | HPHLP | Denise Werchan |
Bugs and requests
iClicker Student
Reported bugs
4 issues- 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
5 requests- 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
ORCA+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iClicker Student
- iClicker Pulse 6-Months$5.99
- iClicker Pulse 1-Year$8.99
- iClicker Pro 6-Months$16.99
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- iClicker 6-Month Subscription$16.99
- iClicker Pro 6-Months$25.99
- iClicker 1-year subscription$25.99
- iClicker 2-Year Subscription$36.99
- iClicker 4-Year Subscription$51.99
ORCA+
No in-app purchases









