Comparison

Pocket Sergeant vs Setlyr

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pocket Sergeant

This app provides a comprehensive reference tool for criminal law and justice in England and Wales. It offers search functionality for offenses, charge assessment guidance, crime reporting information, and contact directories. Premium features include AI assistance, PDF sharing, and case file help.

Highlights
  • Search criminal offenses by keyword, Act/Section, or CJS Code
  • Assess evidence for charging suspects
  • Crime reporting guidance
  • Police and agency contact directory
  • Statement writing checklists
  • PACE Codes of Practice reference
  • AI-powered crime and law queries
Features
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Award-winning and user-driven, Pocket Sergeant is the essential tool for police officers, staff, detention officers, PCSOs, solicitors, law students, and anyone interested in criminal law or the justice system in England and Wales. Features: • Search approximately 1000 criminal offences by name or Act/Section, CJS Code or key word • Assess charges: Know when there's sufficient evidence to charge a suspect • Crime reporting: Learn when to submit crime reports • Contact Directory: Quick access to police and agency contact numbers • Statement writing support in the form of checklists • CJS Codes for most offences • Reference Library: Access to PDFs including the PACE Codes of Practice • Quick Scroll icons for faster navigation • Self-Care section: Support resources for police officers and staff • What3Words functionality for precise location sharing Subscription – £1.99 per month Unlock premium content, including: • Pocket Sergeant AI: Ask about crimes, PACE Codes, and more • Print and Share crimes via PDFs • Search All: Access content app-wide • Case File Help: Offence-specific guidance • Dark Mode Extras: • TOR Codes: Traffic offence details, points, and fines • PND Codes: Penalty Notices for Disorder and fines • Vehicle Checks: Verify tax, MOT, and specifications • App Incubator (Coming Soon): Submit ideas for future apps with rewards for chosen suggestions Disclaimer: Pocket Sergeant does not represent any government entity. Official resources are available at www.legislation.gov.uk and www.gov.uk. Pocket Sergeant serves as a supplementary tool for time management and quick reference but should not replace guidance from senior officers or legal professionals. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee all information will be up-to-date due to possible changes in legislation or other factors. The app is provided "as is" without any warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. We also do not guarantee uninterrupted access or a bug-free experience. Privacy Policy: https://pocketsergeant.co.uk/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://pocketsgt.co.uk/terms_and_conditions

About

Setlyr

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Moving to the UK is exciting,and a hundred small tasks all at once. Setlyr is the well-informed friend who has already been through it, helping you settle in calmly and in plain English. No jargon. No endless government-website rabbit holes. Just clear guidance, paced to where you are in your move. WHAT SETLYR HELPS WITH • Your personal plan: Settling-in checklist that adapts to your situation and shows what to focus on right now. • Step-by-steps: Sollow-along walkthroughs for the big tasks: registering with a GP, opening a UK bank account, getting a National Insurance number, sorting a SIM, and more. • Topics: Clear, readable guides on the NHS, renting, tax, council tax and everyday life in the UK. • Cost Planner: A realistic estimate of what settling in will actually cost, from visa fees to monthly living costs. WHY PEOPLE LIKE IT • Plain English, no bureaucratic jargon. • Everything in one place, instead of scattered across dozens of websites. • Made for newcomers, students, workers and families settling in the UK. Whether you are arriving for work, study or a fresh start, Setlyr helps you feel at home — one step at a time. Questions or feedback? We would love to hear from you: hello@setlyr.com Setlyr Premium is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://setlyr.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://setlyr.com/privacy

Screenshots

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Setlyr4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pocket Sergeant and Setlyr are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pocket Sergeant sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and Setlyr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Pocket Sergeant versus Setlyr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket SergeantSetlyr
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB22 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPaul Cooper16564577719SETLYR LIMITED

Bugs and requests

Pocket Sergeant

Reported bugs

25 issues
  • App won't run on new iPhones
  • App frequently fails to load
  • Subscription not remembered
  • Content paywalled after initial purchase
  • Subscription reminders every time the app is opened
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  • App freezes constantly after updates
  • Unable to access content due to subscription
  • App becomes unusable without a subscription
  • App not working after updates
  • App freezes or crashes
  • Subscription issues (restore purchase not working, broken)
  • App asking to subscribe or restore subscription repeatedly
  • App not opening or loading properly
  • App stuck on subscription page
  • App asking to delete and reinstall
  • App not working after new update
  • App not downloading or opening
  • App stops working after updates
  • Search field not returning responses
  • Basic offenses not found
  • App crashes when typing in search bar
  • Scrolling boxes within page layout
  • App shuts down if subscription is refused
  • CJ codes missing
  • App wants to sign into iTunes and subscribe on load

Requested features

6 requests
  • Statement app for MG11
  • Dark mode option
  • More updates and content expansion
  • Improved contact methods for developers (email)
  • Faster app opening/loading times
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  • Expansion of checklist section

Setlyr

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pocket Sergeant

Subscriptions1
  • 1 month auto renewing - LAW Database Update Subscription7 Days trial$1.991 Month
2 purchases

Setlyr

Subscriptions2
  • Setlyr Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Setlyr Premium Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Pocket Sergeant free?
Pocket Sergeant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Setlyr free?
Setlyr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pocket Sergeant or Setlyr have ads?
Neither Pocket Sergeant nor Setlyr shows ads.

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