Best Referee App

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated September 2026

Finding the right referee app can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Referee App (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	REFSIX - Soccer Referee app	Free	4.2★ (252)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Referee Tools	Free	3.8★ (4)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
3	SFRef Soccer Referee Watch	Free	4.4★ (153)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	Assignr	Free	4.9★ (8.3K)	No	No	Sep 2026
5	Refr Sports	Free	4.7★ (556)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	HorizonWebRef.com	Free	4.7★ (1.6K)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	Referee Yellow card, Whistle	Free	4.7★ (50)	Yes	No	Sep 2026
8	Referee Watch PRO	Free	4.4★ (38)	No	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Referee App

REFSIX - Soccer Referee app by REFSIX Ltd

Referee timer, trends & stats

Editor's Choice

⚽ Sports

4.2😊(252 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app helps soccer referees manage matches with a timer, incident logging, and performance tracking. It syncs with other referee platforms and offers detailed statistics for analysis. Available on phone and smartwatch.

What We Love

🚀 Great app for referees
👍 Easy to use and navigate
📊 Useful statistics and data tracking
⌚️ Seamless Apple Watch integration
💻 Helpful for both referees and coaches

Room to Improve

🐛 Sync issues between app and watch
🔋 High battery consumption on watch
💰 Subscription cost is too high for some
🔍 Lack of customization options
🇮🇹 No Italian language support

Referee Tools by NAOYA ONO

Whistle, Timer and Cards

Strong Contender

⚽ Sports

3.8(4 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

This app provides essential tools for referees, including a timer, whistle sounds, and penalty card displays. It supports various sports like soccer and rugby, with customizable options for countdowns, count-ups, and card colors.

SFRef Soccer Referee Watch by Peramanayagam Marimuthu

Futsal Football Refwatch app

Worth Considering

⚽ Sports

4.4(153 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This app helps referees manage soccer and futsal matches directly from their smartwatch or iPhone. It tracks game time, scores, substitutions, fouls, and player statistics. Rosters can be imported via Airdrop or OCR, and game reports can be generated instantly.

More Referee App apps to explore

Assignr

Referee & Umpire Assigning

Free

Manage, communicate, and pay referees and umpires efficiently. This app allows officials to update availability, accept assignments, and message within the platform. Organizations can process payments and track game reports.

Assign games to referees and umpiresManage official availabilityCommunicate with officials via messaging

Referee Assigning & Management

Free

This app simplifies sports referee and game management. It offers features for referees to track earnings and manage schedules, and for assignors and organizations to streamline communication and updates. It aims to bring clarity and efficiency to sports coordination.

Guaranteed weekly payments for refereesTrack earnings and view reportsManage schedule and availability

Referee and umpire scheduling

Free

This app provides mobile access to a comprehensive system for sports officials, referees, and umpires. It streamlines scheduling, management, and assignments for officiating operations, offering a convenient way to stay organized on the go.

Referee and umpire schedulingAssignment managementMobile access to services

⚽ Sports

(1.6K)

free

Referee Yellow card, Whistle

judgment of something

Free

This utility app provides a digital referee toolkit for sports and other situations. It features a whistle sound and full-screen display of various colored cards for judgment calls. Designed for simplicity, it's suitable for games, training, or even pranks.

Whistle sound functionalityFull-screen yellow, red, orange, and green cardsSimple and easy-to-use interface

Timer & Performance Insights

Free

This app transforms your Apple Watch into a sophisticated tool for referees, offering precise match timing and in-depth performance analysis. It supports multiple sports with customizable presets and securely stores your health data via Apple Health.

Advanced match timingMultiple sports supportPerformance analytics

Regra18: Football Referee

Learn Soccer laws, rules & VAR

Free

⚽ Sports

(0)

Doomari — Referee Watch

Run the match from your wrist

by Mileyenda Entertainment S.L.

Free

This app allows registered referees and captains to easily upload match results and statistics. It streamlines the process of updating game data for participants in a specific league.

Upload match resultsUpdate statisticsAccessible for registered referees

App & Device for Referees

One Ref Lite: Sports Referee

All in One Refereeing app

Free

This app helps referees manage games by tracking time, scores, and player cards. It supports multiple sports and offers a simple interface for professional game management. Games can be saved for later review.

Time trackingScore displayCard delivery (red, yellow, green)

FAR - Fan Assistant Referee

Live football decisions

Match tool for soccer referees

Elevating referee performance

Free

⚽ Sports

(0)

FAQ about Referee App

What is the best referee app for iPhone?

REFSIX - Soccer Referee app tops our referee app ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 252 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free referee app for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top referee app we rank are free to download, including REFSIX - Soccer Referee app and Referee Tools.

Does REFSIX - Soccer Referee app have ads or in-app purchases?

REFSIX - Soccer Referee app has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many referee app are on the App Store?

We track 249+ referee app on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does the REFSIX app do?

The app is a comprehensive tool for soccer referees, combining a match timer, incident logging, and performance tracking. It allows referees to manage matches on their phone or smartwatch, record key events like goals and cards, and analyze their performance post-match.

What are the key features of REFSIX?

Key features include a continuous timer, additional time timer, half time timer, the ability to record match incidents like goals, cards, and substitutions, and track temporary dismissals. It also offers performance statistics such as distance covered and card locations, especially in the PRO version.

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