Visit St. Maarten vs RIDE BLUE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Visit St. Maarten
Explore St. Maarten with this digital guide to local arts, culture, beaches, dining, and activities. Access essential information, helpful maps, and connect directly with various island services for a seamless travel experience.
- Local arts and culture information
- Best beaches and dining recommendations
- Activity and shopping guides
- Helpful maps
- Direct communication with island services
- Travel tips
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The Visit St. Maarten app is a digital version of Visit St. Maarten, the official St Maarten Hotel and Tourism Association in-room magazine on the islands published by North South Net International Ltd. and found in the vast majority of hotel rooms. This high-end publication features an abundance of local arts & culture, the best beaches, restaurants, shopping & activities and great tips on what to do and where to go, useful information and helpful maps. The Visit St. Maarten app brings all of these features together on your phone for easy access and use as well as direct communication with Accommodations, Activities & Attractions, Beaches, Dining & Nightlife, Information & Services, Shopping and Transportation and more!
RIDE BLUE
This app provides a convenient and efficient way to explore an island. It allows users to easily find and rent vehicles for seamless travel between various locations, from beaches to restaurants and attractions. Enjoy affordable and stress-free island adventures.
- Island exploration
- Vehicle rental
- QR code scanning for access
- Affordable travel options
- Seamless movement between attractions
- Scenic rides
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Imagine having the entire island at your fingertips. With Ride Blue, your island experience becomes a breeze, offering a swift and enjoyable way to move from one stunning location to another. Whether you need to traverse the island's nooks and crannies or make the most of your leisurely days, Ride Blue has you covered. Getting Started: 1. **Download the App** 2. **Register** 3. **Find a Vehicle** 4. **Scan the QR Code** 5. **Ride Blue to Your Destination** 6. **Park Your Vehicle According to Local Rules** 7. **End Your Ride** **Why Ride Blue?** Ride Blue is your ideal island companion for various occasions: 1. **Island Exploration**: Discover hidden gems and remote locations. 2. **Beachside Strolls**: Effortlessly reach your favorite beach spots. 3. **Café and Restaurant Hopping**: Enjoy island dining with ease. 4. **Adventures with Friends**: Share island experiences with your companions. 5. **Connecting Island Attractions**: Seamlessly move between attractions. 6. **Scenic Rides**: Revel in the island's natural beauty during your journeys. **Affordable and Efficient Island Travel** Beginning your island adventure is as affordable as $1, offering a quicker and more cost-effective solution than other modes of transport. Ride Blue is the key to unlock the wonders of island life, making your stay more enjoyable and stress-free. For more information, benefits, and potential job opportunities, visit rideblue.ca Ride Blue, Your Adventure Starts Here
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Visit St. Maarten at 5.0 against RIDE BLUE's 4.5. Visit St. Maarten also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 7 months). RIDE BLUE's advantage is ratings volume (28 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Visit St. Maarten holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RIDE BLUE has 28 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Visit St. Maarten ships an update every 2 days, RIDE BLUE every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Visit St. Maarten | RIDE BLUE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.5 (28 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 28 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 103 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rosana Duell | Ride Blue Corp |
Customer experience
Visit St. Maarten
RIDE BLUE
In-app purchases
Visit St. Maarten
No in-app purchases
RIDE BLUE
No in-app purchases
