# VineCrawl vs Firstleaf

The clearest difference is rating: Firstleaf at 4.4 against VineCrawl's 1.0. Firstleaf also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (696 vs 2). VineCrawl's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Firstleaf holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firstleaf has 696 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 44% and 44% positive.

VineCrawl ships an update every 2 months, Firstleaf fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VineCrawl | Firstleaf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinecrawl/id1152223737/reviews) | **[4.4 (696 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstleaf-wine-scanner/id6449933795/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **696** |
| Positive reviews | **44.4% of reviews** | 44.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.4** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Josh Walton](https://appshunter.io/developer/612698652) | [Firstleaf.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690631352) |

## What reviewers say

### VineCrawl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinecrawl/id1152223737)

Discover local wineries and tasting rooms with detailed information on their wines, hours, and events. Plan your visits using interactive maps and curated wine trails. Share your experiences and connect with wineries.

**Highlights:** Winery and tasting room listings, Interactive maps for locations, Curated wine trails, Detailed wine characteristics, Event listings and calendar integration, User reviews and photos, Direct messaging to tasting rooms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Firstleaf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstleaf-wine-scanner/id6449933795)

Discover your next favorite wine with instant, personalized recommendations. Simply scan a wine label, menu, or shelf to get expert-backed suggestions tailored to your taste. Build a digital wine library and refine your palate with this free pocket sommelier.

**Highlights:** Scan wine labels for instant recommendations, Personalized taste refinement, Digital wine library and taste tracking, Expert-backed wine picks, Menu and shelf scanning

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🍷 Great wine selection
- 👍 Helpful app features
- 🤗 Positive user experience
- 💰 Good value
- 🧠 Useful for discovering new wines

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working/crashing
- 🙁 Unsatisfactory customer service
- 🚢 Delivery issues
- 🤔 Limited customization options
- 😕 Inconsistent wine quality

**Reported bugs**

- App freezing or not opening
- Issues with updating preferences
- Inconsistent wine information display
- Trouble canceling membership

**Requested features**

- Add ability to purchase favorite wines
- Improve app navigation and usability
- Expand rating system beyond like/dislike
- Allow easier subscription management
- Integrate wine cellar tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VineCrawl free?

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

### Is Firstleaf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VineCrawl or Firstleaf?

Firstleaf is rated higher. VineCrawl averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Firstleaf averages 4.4 from 696 ratings.

### Do VineCrawl or Firstleaf have ads?

VineCrawl shows ads; Firstleaf does not.

### Which is updated more often, VineCrawl or Firstleaf?

VineCrawl ships an update every 2 months, and Firstleaf fortnightly. Most recently, VineCrawl was updated on November 2, 2026 and Firstleaf on November 3, 2026.

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