# Refill Return vs Local Compass

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Local Compass at 91% against Refill Return's 17%. Local Compass also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.7) and ads (none vs shown). Refill Return's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Local Compass sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Refill Return asks for nothing beyond the download.

Local Compass holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Refill Return's written reviews are positive against 91% of Local Compass's.

Refill Return ships an update every 4 weeks, Local Compass every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Refill Return | Local Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refill-return/id1137588733/reviews) | **[4.6 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/local-compass/id6480288807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 16.5% of reviews | **90.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 55 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [City to Sea CIC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1137588731) | [Local Compass Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738624310) |

## What reviewers say

### Refill Return

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refill-return/id1137588733)

Discover and manage refill stations for reusable containers, coffee cups, and water bottles. This app promotes a circular economy by making reuse convenient and accessible, with a vast network of over 300,000 locations worldwide.

**Highlights:** Find refill stations, Add new stations, Edit station information, Supports reusable cups, Supports refillable bottles, Supports returnable grocery containers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Local Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/local-compass/id6480288807)

Navigate the Cotswolds with app-guided audio tours.  Experience the region's charm, history, and hidden gems through automatic narration as you drive. Explore at your own pace with offline maps and insider tips.

**Highlights:** GPS-powered audio narration, Automatic audio playback, Offline maps, Curated tour itineraries, Insider travel tips, Local history and stories, Explore at your own pace

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bibury Walking Tour | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cotswold Photo Tour | $9.99 | one-time |
| The Cotswolds with Kids | $14.99 | one-time |
| Date Day in the Cotswolds | $14.99 | one-time |
| Autumn Leaves | $14.99 | one-time |
| The Fairytale Christmas Tour | $14.99 | one-time |
| Quintessential Cotswolds | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Comprehensive self-guided tour
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Engaging for children
- 🗺️ Detailed information on landmarks and towns
- 🎥 Entertaining and informative narration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Refill Return free?

Refill Return is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Local Compass free?

Local Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Refill Return or Local Compass?

Local Compass is rated higher. Refill Return averages 2.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Local Compass averages 4.6 from 8 ratings.

### Do Refill Return or Local Compass have ads?

Refill Return shows ads; Local Compass does not.

### Which is updated more often, Refill Return or Local Compass?

Refill Return ships an update every 4 weeks, and Local Compass every 2 months. Most recently, Refill Return was updated on November 2, 2026 and Local Compass on October 30, 2026.

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