# Stick Nodes vs Scouting Device

The clearest difference is rating: Stick Nodes at 4.6 against Scouting Device's 3.7. Stick Nodes also leads on ratings volume (15K vs 6). Scouting Device's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Stick Nodes holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stick Nodes has 15K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stick Nodes | Scouting Device |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-nodes-animator/id932127902/reviews)** | [3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scouting-device/id1343623607/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 84.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 123 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ForTheLoss Games, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/932127901) | [Jan Crisologo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1342528338) |

## What reviewers say

### Stick Nodes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-nodes-animator/id932127902)

Create custom stickfigure animations with a user-friendly interface. Import images, add sound effects, and export your creations as GIFs or MP4 videos. Join a vibrant community for inspiration and shared resources.

**Highlights:** Stickfigure animation creation, Image import for animation, Automatic frame-tweening, Camera pan, zoom, and rotate, Movieclips for reusable objects, Sound effects and filters, GIF and MP4 export

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🎨 Great for beginners
- 💡 Customizable stick figures
- 🎥 Smooth animations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🐛 Lag issues
- 🐛 Bugs with importing/downloading
- 🐛 Glitches with certain features
- 💰 Pro version paywall

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when downloading stickfigure packs
- Saving/loading issues with animations
- Nodes/limbs getting stuck or glitching
- Unexpected behavior with certain actions

**Requested features**

- Add tutorial/instructions
- Improve save/export options
- Implement account system
- Expand free version features
- Add drawing/shading tools


### Scouting Device

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scouting-device/id1343623607)

This entertainment app simulates scanning power levels with flash and sound effects. Aim at a subject and press the button to initiate a scan, with speed varying based on calculations. Gain an advantage with this unique tool.

**Highlights:** Flash functionality, Sound effects, Three colorways, Simulated power level scanning, Adjustable scan speed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stick Nodes free?

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

### Is Scouting Device free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stick Nodes or Scouting Device?

Stick Nodes is rated higher. Stick Nodes averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Scouting Device averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Stick Nodes or Scouting Device have ads?

Neither Stick Nodes nor Scouting Device 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.*