# theHRDIRECTOR vs WatersTechnology

The clearest difference is monetization model: theHRDIRECTOR at free with in-app purchases against WatersTechnology's subscription. theHRDIRECTOR also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). WatersTechnology's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. theHRDIRECTOR sells 42 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year and WatersTechnology sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $299.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

theHRDIRECTOR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 18 respectively.

theHRDIRECTOR ships an update every 8 months, WatersTechnology every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | theHRDIRECTOR | WatersTechnology |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thehrdirector/id933134741/reviews)** | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waterstechnology/id958139251/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 7 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 30 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HR DIRECTOR](https://appshunter.io/developer/933134740) | [Infopro Digital Services Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/355023054) |

## What reviewers say

### theHRDIRECTOR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thehrdirector/id933134741)

Access free strategic HR content, news, legal updates, and job listings for senior HR professionals. Subscribers get early digital access to magazine issues, with options to purchase single copies or subscribe annually.

**Highlights:** Free HR news and features, Senior HR job listings, Regular legal updates, Monthly HR director interviews, Digital magazine issues for subscribers, Offline reading, Social media sharing

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

**In-app purchases (42)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HR Director Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| HRD 146 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 162 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 219 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 222 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 224 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 227 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 226 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 221 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 223 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 231 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 232 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 233 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 234 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 262 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 261 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 260 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 257 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 258 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 259 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 256 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 255 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 253 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 254 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 252 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 251 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 250 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 248 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 249 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 247 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 246 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 245 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 244 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 243 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 242 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 241 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD239 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 240 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD238 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 237 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 235 | $4.99 | one-time |
| HRD 236 | $4.99 | one-time |


### WatersTechnology

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waterstechnology/id958139251)

Access financial market technology news, expert analysis, and opinion. This platform consolidates live news, magazine issues, and data management insights for professionals in capital markets. Download content for offline access and stay informed on trading technology and market data.

**Highlights:** Multi-channel business intelligence, Expert analysis and opinion, Latest news and magazine issues, Offline content access, Data management insights, Capital markets coverage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WatersTechnology 1 month subscription | $299.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $999.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Month Subscription | $999.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is theHRDIRECTOR free?

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

### Is WatersTechnology free?

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

### Which has better reviews, theHRDIRECTOR or WatersTechnology?

theHRDIRECTOR is rated higher. theHRDIRECTOR averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while WatersTechnology averages 4.7 from 18 ratings.

### Do theHRDIRECTOR or WatersTechnology have ads?

Neither theHRDIRECTOR nor WatersTechnology shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, theHRDIRECTOR or WatersTechnology?

theHRDIRECTOR ships an update every 8 months, and WatersTechnology every 7 months. Most recently, theHRDIRECTOR was updated on September 23, 2026 and WatersTechnology on September 8, 2026.

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