TechRepublic.com published an overview of 9 different apps designed to help veterans in one easy-to-read article.

The Veterans Administration app store

If you’ve tried searching iTunes or the Play store for VA apps you may have been disappointed at what you found. There are native iOS and Android apps that the VA made, but they’re nowhere near as robust as what’s available on the VA App Store.

This mobile site runs “apps” that are formatted for mobile users but available on all platforms. You can sort by type of app and platform, as well as being able to manually search for what you want.

The one drawback of the VA App Store platform is that it’s a bit confusing, especially if you’re not a tech-savvy vet. Most of the things you can do on the App Store are available on websites or native mobile apps, which might be easier if you don’t feel like learning a new system.

Milisource mobile app

The Milisource app is offered by Defense Mobile, a cellular provider that caters specifically to vets, active service members, and their families. The app is designed to help you find access to benefits, get discounts at locations that provide them, and it even acts as a social network.

I had trouble signing up for a Defense Mobile account, so I wasn’t able to test any of Milisource’s features.

Milisource is available for iOS and Android.

Rallypoint social network

Rallypoint is a social network for veterans and active service members. It has robust features that feel a lot like LinkedIn. You can connect with people based on rank, branch, and MOS, and it will also import contacts from your various email and social media accounts. There’s also a great job search feature for both military postings and civilian jobs — great for both the ETSing soldier and those looking to PCS to greener pastures.

You can log into Rallypoint online, and there’s also an iOS and Android app, both of which are free.

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Source: Brandon Vigliarolo/TechRepublic.com