Comparison

Texas State Parks Guide vs Redbud Ranch

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Texas State Parks Guide

Discover and plan your next adventure at any of the 89 Texas State Parks. Filter parks by activities, accommodations, amenities, or trail types. Access detailed park information, photos, videos, and event schedules.

Highlights
  • Park search and filtering
  • Activity and accommodation filters
  • Park information and media
  • Favorite parks list
  • In-app dialing for reservations
  • Driving directions and park maps
  • Downloadable trail maps
Features
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Find your perfect state park getaway with the Official Guide to Texas State Parks created by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. This guide contains information you need to plan your next trip to one of 89 Texas State Parks around the state. Search for your perfect park. Filter by: − Activities such as swimming, fishing, or canoe/kayak rentals − Overnight accommodations like cabins, lodges, group facilities, screened shelters, RV hookups, primitive/backpacking sites, or tent camping sites − Amenities including boat ramps, playgrounds, trailer dump stations , equestrian facilities or showers − Trail types – hiking, biking, equestrian or nature/interpretive − Or, use the in-app map to locate parks near you* Discover more about the parks that interest you: − Create a list of your favorite parks − Find in-depth information on each park, including: things to do, contact information, fees, operating hours, etc. − Look at photos and videos Then, make your getaway to a Texas State Park! It’s easy with: − In-app dialing to the state park reservation call center and to each individual park − Driving directions from your current location* − Detailed facility maps for each park − Trails maps available to download and save to use later* − Information on park programs and events happening during your visit − Up-to-date alerts such as burn bans and other park advisories* *These features require Internet connection

About

Redbud Ranch

Features
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Access all information you need to enjoy your stay. Features Include: Activity Calendar Never miss an activity you enjoy, star it to get a notification Interactive Map Pinch to zoom map of the resort and surrounding area Resort Services, Recreation, and Regulations Get all the information that you would find in our Resort Guide. Notifications Get notifications for inclement weather, newsletters, etc. Contact Information Need something? Give the correct department a call.

Screenshots

Texas State Parks Guide4 screens
Redbud Ranch2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Redbud Ranch at every 2 months against Texas State Parks Guide's every 9 months. Texas State Parks Guide's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Texas State Parks Guide ships an update every 9 months, Redbud Ranch every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Texas State Parks Guide versus Redbud Ranch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTexas State Parks GuideRedbud Ranch
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (599 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews24.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings599 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTexas Parks & WildlifeArmstrong Software

Bugs and requests

Texas State Parks Guide

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Maps and guides fail to download
  • Search function not working properly
  • Inconsistent park information

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to view and manage reservations
  • Option to save park pass information
  • Interactive park maps with trail info
  • Personalized park recommendations

Redbud Ranch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Texas State Parks Guide

No in-app purchases

None

Redbud Ranch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Texas State Parks Guide free?
Texas State Parks Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Redbud Ranch free?
Redbud Ranch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Texas State Parks Guide or Redbud Ranch have ads?
Neither Texas State Parks Guide nor Redbud Ranch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Texas State Parks Guide or Redbud Ranch?
Texas State Parks Guide ships an update every 9 months, and Redbud Ranch every 2 months. Most recently, Texas State Parks Guide was updated on October 26, 2026 and Redbud Ranch on October 10, 2026.

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