MalvernsWalks vs Discover Stroud Trails
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MalvernsWalks
Explore the Malvern Hills and surrounding areas with self-guided walks. Features GPS tracking, detailed photos, and turn-by-turn directions for easy navigation. Download additional walks for free to discover more of this beautiful region.
- Self-guided walks
- GPS tracking
- Detailed photos
- Turn-by-turn instructions
- Offline walk downloads
- Free walk downloads
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Enjoy the beauty of the Malvern Hills and its surrounding towns and villages with this walking app which provides a range of informative self-guided walks on your mobile device. GPS tracking, detailed photos, and turn by turn instructions provide you with the information you need to self-navigate this stunning part of the country. The app is pre-installed with a Malvern town walk. Further walks are available to download for free (please connect to Wi-Fi to see the full list of available walks). The walk downloads contain all the information; there is no requirement for a mobile connection during the walks. Please note that continued running of GPS in the background can decrease battery life, so please make sure you set out with a charged battery and close down the app once you have finished. Please visit www.visitthemalverns.org for more information on the Malverns and to download PDF leaflet versions of the walks.
Discover Stroud Trails
Discover local attractions, history, and natural beauty with curated walks and guides. Explore themed trails and seasonal routes to uncover hidden gems in the area, perfect for both residents and visitors.
- Explore local attractions
- Curated walks and guides
- Themed trails (art, history, nature)
- Seasonal trail updates
- Discover hidden gems
- Local stories and information
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Explore the hidden gems in your town. Navigate winding street, marvel at breath-taking scenery and immerse yourself in the culture and history all around you. This free and easy to use app will allow you to discover towns around the Stroud District like never before. Walks and guides throughout the area, highlighting attractions, useful information, and local stories while allowing you to explore the natural beauty around you. Whether you have lived in the area all your life or are just visiting, this app aims to show local residents undiscovered aspects of the area and provide a tool to introduce visitors to the location for the first time. Find a trail that speaks to you. New themed trail will be added to cater to your interests, such as art, history, nature, food and drink, shopping, and much more. Also keep a look out for our special seasonal trails, updated throughout the year. Stroud District is an environmentally conscious district so where possible please walk or cycle to your destination. Remember to tag @strouddisrictcouncil in your photos and let us know which trails or themes you would like to see next. Have fun exploring the wonderful area that is the Stroud District.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Discover Stroud Trails at every 2 months against MalvernsWalks's every 4 months. MalvernsWalks's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MalvernsWalks ships an update every 4 months, Discover Stroud Trails every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MalvernsWalks | Discover Stroud Trails |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Brooks | Calvium Ltd |
Customer experience
MalvernsWalks
Discover Stroud Trails
In-app purchases
MalvernsWalks
No in-app purchases
Discover Stroud Trails
No in-app purchases
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