# ParentSquare vs Riesel ISD

The clearest difference is rating: Riesel ISD at 5.0 against ParentSquare's 4.6. Riesel ISD also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). ParentSquare's advantage is ratings volume (84K vs 1) and chart position (#5 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Riesel ISD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ParentSquare has 84K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | ParentSquare | Riesel ISD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (84K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parentsquare/id908126679/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riesel-isd/id6502468788/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **84K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | — |
| Size | 156 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ParentSquare](https://appshunter.io/developer/908126682) | [RIESEL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745575136) |

## What reviewers say

### ParentSquare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parentsquare/id908126679)

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

This app connects schools and families, providing a central hub for communication and information. Families can receive important alerts, view school news, and message teachers directly. It aims to keep everyone informed and engaged to support student success.

**Highlights:** Centralized school and family communication, Receive school news, alerts, and messages, Direct messaging with teachers and staff, View classroom updates and photos, Respond to absences or tardies, Pay school fees and invoices

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💬 Helpful communication tool
- 🗓️ Keeps parents informed
- 🤝 Facilitates parent-teacher interaction
- 📤 Streamlines notifications and updates
- 🧭 Centralizes school information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Overwhelming notifications
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find information
- 🔒 Login and access issues
- 🐌 Slow performance and glitches
- 🤖 Lacks customization and user control

**Reported bugs**

- Notification issues and delays
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices
- Login problems and lost user sessions
- Attachment and media viewing difficulties
- Syncing and data display errors

**Requested features**

- Ability to filter and customize notifications
- Improved search and organization of content
- Integration with other school/student platforms
- Enhanced mobile app functionality
- Parent-teacher group messaging capabilities


### Riesel ISD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riesel-isd/id6502468788)

Stay informed about your school district with personalized news, notifications, and a direct line to school information. Access the district directory and manage contact details for a connected experience.

**Highlights:** View district and school news, Use district tip line, Receive notifications, Access district directory, Personalized information display, View and add contact information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ParentSquare free?

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

### Is Riesel ISD free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ParentSquare or Riesel ISD?

Riesel ISD is rated higher. ParentSquare averages 4.6 out of 5 from 84K ratings, while Riesel ISD averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ParentSquare or Riesel ISD have ads?

Neither ParentSquare nor Riesel ISD shows ads.

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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.*