Comparison

Outback Way vs Explore Mid Murray

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

Head to head
About

Outback Way

Embark on a 2800km adventure across Australia, linking the Reef, The Rock, and the West. This journey features ancient landscapes, fossil digging, and a unique geocache trail. Explore the red centre, famous 4WD tracks, and immerse yourself in indigenous culture.

Highlights
  • Australia's Longest Shortcut route
  • 2800km adventure
  • Ancient landscapes and fossil digging
  • World's longest geocache trail
  • Famous 4WD tracks
  • Indigenous artwork and culture exploration
Features
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The Outback Way, also known as Australia’s Longest Shortcut. Take time to enjoy this "Quintessential National Adventure" linking the Reef, The Rock and the West. The route will take you from Winton, Queensland, to Laverton, Western Australia. It covers 2800km of which 1700km is dirt road. There is a maximum of 260km between food, fuel & sleep stops. Be captivated by ancient landscapes, dig for fossils, and do the world’s longest geocache trail. Soak up the majestic red centre and explore famous 4WD tracks. Be mesmerised by the mysterious Min Min lights and dazzling gems. Immerse yourself in the rich indigenous artwork and culture and learn Waltzing Matilda. Be inspired by our courageous explorers. Find your own Treasures! Take a journey through the heart of the nation and tick it off your bucket list. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. We advise you to quit the app when finished.

About

Explore Mid Murray

Features
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With a region covering more than 6000 square km’s, you may need assistance in planning your visit to the Mid Murray region. Come for the day, stay for longer, there is something to explore around every bend. Download the official Visit Mid Murray App. The must have smart phone companion for your Mid Murray experience. Browse the interactive map, see up-to-date event information, where to stay, enjoy an interactive experience while exploring the many heritage walks, or the self-guided museum tours, and much more. Features Interactive Map – will highlight the numerous facilities and activities each town has to offer – from eateries, accommodation, places of interest, heritage walks, public facilities and services. Self-Guided Tour – Mannum Dock Museum offers a self-guided interactive tour of the museum, including the PS Marion tour. Using our proximity iBeacons, each point of interest along the tour comes to life with the narration of historical facts, delivered to your Visit Mid Murray App. Walks – Take one of the many historical walks around the different town in the region. The Visit Mid Murray App provides a self-guided interactive experience while on your walking journey, highlighting the different historical points of interest.

Screenshots

Outback Way4 screens
Explore Mid Murray4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Explore Mid Murray at every 3 months against Outback Way's every 13 months. Explore Mid Murray also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

Outback Way ships an update every 13 months, Explore Mid Murray every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Outback Way versus Explore Mid Murray: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOutback WayExplore Mid Murray
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size165 MB120 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOutback Highway Development Council IncSpecialist Apps Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Outback Way

No in-app purchases

None

Explore Mid Murray

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Outback Way free?
Outback Way is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Explore Mid Murray free?
Explore Mid Murray is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Outback Way or Explore Mid Murray have ads?
Neither Outback Way nor Explore Mid Murray shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Outback Way or Explore Mid Murray?
Outback Way ships an update every 13 months, and Explore Mid Murray every 3 months. Most recently, Outback Way was updated on October 2, 2026 and Explore Mid Murray on September 30, 2026.

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