| Core Identity |
| Developer | BrightStar Global Solutions Corporation | Virginia Lottery | G203 Studios LLC | ScratchOdds Corp. | The Lottery Company | Thinkabout | Nick Stampoulis | The Lottery Company | The Lottery Company | The Lottery Company |
| Category | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment | Entertainment |
| Platform | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS | Android | iOS, Android | iOS | iOS |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 3.0 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 5,126 | 69,556 | 2 | 20 | 618 | 1,543 | 1,507 | 22,294 | 4,508 | 4,562 |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2015 | Jul 30, 2018 | Nov 4, 2020 | Jul 25, 2024 | Jun 8, 2009 | Aug 1, 2024 | Apr 19, 2016 | Mar 16, 2011 | Jan 8, 2013 | Mar 16, 2011 |
| Last Updated | Apr 28, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | Feb 9, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | Sep 9, 2025 | Apr 7, 2026 | Apr 26, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | May 13, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | negative | negative | mixed | - | negative | - | - | negative | positive | positive |
| Score | 25/100 | 25/100 | 45/100 | - | 35/100 | - | - | 35/100 | 85/100 | 85/100 |
| Praises | - Convenient access to lottery game results and ticket scanning functionality for casual players
| - Convenient access to lottery games and rewards from home without visiting physical retail locations
| - Simple lottery number checking functionality provides basic utility for casual users
| - | - The core lottery number generation logic provides a sense of entertainment for casual users
| - | - | - The core lottery number display provides a convenient way to check results without manual web searches
| - Timely delivery of lottery results
- Customizable notification settings
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| Complaints | - Frequent application crashes and login failures following the latest update on mobile devices
| - Frequent application crashes and loading errors prevent users from accessing games or redeeming rewards
| - Aggressive advertisement frequency disrupts the core user experience on every click
- Inaccurate lottery state coverage fails to include specific regional game selections
- Lack of clear visual indicators for winning numbers complicates ticket verification
| - | - Frequent application crashes and launch failures prevent access to lottery data for many users
- Obscure user interface design makes essential navigation and currency selection difficult for international users
| - | - | - The lack of a functional ticket scanning feature forces users to manually input numbers for verification
- Aggressive third-party advertisements and subscription prompts create a deceptive and untrustworthy user experience
| - Lack of direct ticket scanning or purchasing
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| Requests | - Addition of missing lottery games like Georgia Five and Millionaire for Life
| - Improved transparency and accessibility for viewing past winning numbers and historical draw results
| - | - | - Expanded betting options to support multiple keys and additional game types like the Joker
| - | - | - Integration of a reliable barcode scanner to automate the ticket checking process for all users
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - State-regulated monopoly status provides a unique distribution barrier
- Direct integration with official retailer network for ticket validation
| - Official state-regulated status provides a trust barrier
- Integrated rewards program drives repeat engagement
| - Neutral third-party interface provides a platform-agnostic alternative to state-specific bloatware
- Ticket scanning utility creates a high-frequency engagement loop
| - Real-time prize inventory tracking across 41+ states sustains user trust in data accuracy.
- Algorithmic budget optimization provides a clear, actionable utility for non-expert players.
| - 11-language localization functions as a B2B distribution barrier into international lottery jurisdictions
- Historical archive dating to 2004 provides a data-depth moat against new entrants
| - | - | - Historical archive depth functions as a reference moat
- Customizable notification triggers drive daily engagement
| - Granular notification engine enables high daily active usage
- Historical archive creates a long-term utility barrier
- Manual ticket checker builds a recurring habit loop
| - Historical results archive provides a reliable baseline for user retention.
- Customizable notification engine drives high-frequency re-engagement.
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| Weaknesses | - Persistent login failures post-update drive high churn
- Unreliable payment processing blocks real-money wagering revenue
| - High-frequency crash reports during gameplay
- Opaque withdrawal process creates churn
| - Aggressive ad frequency disrupts core navigation
- Lack of regional lottery support limits total addressable market
- Manual verification required due to poor match highlighting
| - 0.69★ Android-iOS rating gap suggests performance instability on the Android build.
- No direct ticket purchase integration creates a high-friction user journey.
| - 0-rating on Android platform indicates severe technical instability
- Ad-supported model lacks the high-friction transactional revenue of state-backed competitors
| - | - | - Missing barcode scanner forces manual entry
- Aggressive third-party ad redirects trigger scam reports
- 0.6★ Android-iOS rating gap
| - No direct ticket purchasing capability
- Manual entry friction compared to scanning
- Ad-only monetization model limits revenue per user
| - Manual ticket entry creates high user friction.
- Lack of digital ticket purchasing limits revenue-per-user compared to state-run apps.
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| Pricing | free | free | freemium | freemium | free | free | free | free | free | free |
| Momentum | Maintenance | Maintenance | Maintenance | Maintenance | Maintenance | - | - | Maintenance | Maintenance | Maintenance |
| Update Cadence | 2 versions, ~3d avg | 2 versions, ~5d avg | 2 versions, ~4d avg | 2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~1d avg | 2 versions, ~230d avg | - | - | 2 versions, ~273d avg | 1 versions | 1 versions |
