ParkByApp vs Park$hare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ParkByApp
Easily pay for and manage your parking sessions directly from your smartphone. Avoid the hassle of meters and receive notifications before your session expires. Extend your parking time remotely to accommodate changing plans.
- Pay for parking on the go
- Extend parking sessions remotely
- Receive parking session expiry alerts
- View future parking rates
- Manage parking history
- Receive email receipts
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No more digging for coins. This is how parking should be. Pay, extend, and manage your parking session with just a few taps. It’s easy! PAY ON THE GO Pay quickly and securely with your smartphone. - Time's precious, stop wasting it feeding a meter. - Forget refilling the meter in the rain or braving the cold. NO PRICE SURPRISES See when parking rates will change in the future – even when there’s free parking! - Receive email receipts at the end of your parking session. - Expenses made easy, manage your parking history through the mobile app. STRESS-FREE PARKING Get alerts when your parking session is about to end. - Stop worrying about how much time is left on the meter, we have you covered. NO NEED TO RUSH Add time to your parking session directly from your phone.* - Your plans change, your parking spot shouldn't. Simply extend your parking session via our app. -------- GET STARTED TODAY 1. Download ParkByApp. 2. Park where you see ParkByApp signs. 3. Pay for your parking session from your phone. 4. Relax, welcome to parking as it should be. -------- COMING SOON The ParkByApp app is not done yet! We're constantly updating the app based on your feedback. -------- APP PERMISSIONS - Location Services (optional): Used to quickly provide nearby parking zones. * where applicable
Park$hare
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Park$hare turns empty parking spaces into effortless parking. Circling the block, feeding meters, overpaying for garages — parking can be the the most difficult part of any trip. Park$hare connects drivers with real people who have space to share: driveways, garages, and lots that would otherwise sit empty. Cheaper than a garage, closer to where you're headed, booked quickly. FIND PARKING INSTANTLY Search by address, map, or your current location to see spots nearby. Compare prices, check reviews, and book the one that fits — from a quiet residential driveway to a parking space in the city. BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Reserve ahead for an event or commute or grab a spot on the go. Bookings confirm instantly, with directions and access instructions ready the moment you arrive. EARN FROM YOUR SPACE Have a driveway, garage, or lot sitting empty? List it in minutes, set your own price and availability, and start earning. You decide when it's open and who can book it — you're always in control. SAFE, SIMPLE PAYMENTS Pay securely in the app. No cash, no awkward handoffs. Hosts get paid automatically after every booking. WHY PARK$HARE • Often cheaper than commercial garages • Spots in neighborhoods garages can't reach • Book ahead so parking is one less thing to stress about • Two-way ratings and reviews for peace of mind • Turn an empty driveway into real income Whether you're parking or hosting, Park$hare makes every spot count. Download Park$hare and stop circling the block
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: ParkByApp at #210 against Park$hare's unranked. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ParkByApp | Park$hare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (275 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 9.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 275 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #210 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Park By App, Inc | Quad 4 Consulting Inc |
Bugs and requests
ParkByApp
Reported bugs
13 issues- App crashes on launch and during use
- Network error messages blocking payment attempts
- Credit card information not saved correctly or shows wrong number
- PIN entry causes app to close automatically
- Zone selection screen unresponsive on iOS devices
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- Time selection interface fails to appear
- App does not work in certain countries despite being advertised
- Kiosk machines unable to read cards
- Kiosk machines do not print receipts
- App does not accept payment despite multiple attempts
- Slow and sluggish performance
- Registration process hangs indefinitely
- Car addition feature non-functional on iPhone with latest iOS
Requested features
8 requests- Apple Pay and digital wallet integration
- Apple Watch app support
- Hourly parking rate options instead of fixed increments
- Search feature for parking zones
- Better zone code visibility and accessibility
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- Responsive customer support phone line
- International payment method support
- Automatic refund system for disputed charges
Park$hare
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ParkByApp
No in-app purchases
Park$hare
No in-app purchases
