Comparison
Volley vs Pen and Paper
If you're currently using Pen and paper or considering it, Volley is worth looking at. Different focus, different feature mix, different price.
Where Volley is stronger
Where Volley is stronger: live scoring with proper sport-specific rules across 9 sports, ELO rating tracking, club / group / event management in one place, built-in payments via Apple Pay / Google Pay / card, Apple Watch companion, and a real referee mode for contested-score scenarios. All free to start.
Where Pen and paper works
Pen and paper works fine if your needs are narrow. Volley is the broader option if you want one tool for the whole organiser stack.
Free to try on iOS and Android
Volley is free to download with no usage limits on the core features. Try it on your next event and decide for yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Volley do live scoring?
Yes. Tap-to-score for all 9 supported sports with proper sport-specific scoring engines (deuce, side-out vs rally, doubles serving rotation, etc). Scores update live for everyone watching the match.
Can I track ELO ratings in Volley?
Yes. Per-sport ELO ratings with a 4-tier system (Club / Competitor / Master / Pro). Updates after every match. Plus an All-Rounder rating that combines all sports.
Does Volley have an Apple Watch app?
Yes. Score from your wrist with full offline support and HealthKit integration. Works for all 9 sports.