Scoop vs MasonCommutes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scoop
This app connects you with co-workers and neighbors for shared commutes. It offers easy scheduling and smart routing for efficient door-to-door travel, helping you save money and meet new people.
- Shared commutes with co-workers and neighbors
- Easy scheduling for AM/PM trips
- Smart routing for efficient door-to-door travel
- Cost-splitting for riders and drivers
- Meet new people during your commute
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Scoop is a convenient and enjoyable way to carpool with co-workers and neighbors. Easy scheduling fits your commuting needs and smart routes allow for the most efficient door-to-door trip. With Scoop, you can unlock new opportunities to meet people, improve your well-being, and make the most of your time. HOW IT WORKS: - Be part of the community: Download and meet Scoop carpoolers who are heading the same way. - Schedule a carpool: Separate AM and PM trips to fit your work schedule. Ride or drive to meet your daily needs. Carpoolers split the cost of the commute so everyone saves. - Get matched: Scoop’s algorithm identifies the most efficient carpool based on the fastest route, nearby carpoolers, carpool lanes, and more. - Enjoy a smooth commute: Meet new people, have more energy every day, and make the most of your time. Schedule your first carpool today!
MasonCommutes
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There are all sorts of ways you can use Mason Commutes! Find Mason community members who are traveling from the same general area as you are at around the same time. Share the commute by car, vanpool, bike, transit, or walking and reduce the number of vehicles on the road.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Scoop at every 3 weeks against MasonCommutes's every 52 months. Scoop also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Scoop ships an update every 3 weeks, MasonCommutes every 52 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scoop | MasonCommutes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (20K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 29.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 20K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 52 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Scoop Commute, Inc. | George Mason University |
Bugs and requests
Scoop
Reported bugs
3 issues- Buttons and features not functioning properly
- Unreliable matching and pairing
- Issues with cashing out earned money
Requested features
6 requests- Flexible pickup/drop-off locations
- Earlier afternoon pickup times
- Finer time slot increments
- Ability to block drivers/riders
- Real-time driver updates and tracking
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- Weekend and reverse commute options
MasonCommutes
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Scoop
No in-app purchases
MasonCommutes
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Scoop free?
Is MasonCommutes free?
Do Scoop or MasonCommutes have ads?
Which is updated more often, Scoop or MasonCommutes?
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