PC Express vs QSwap
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PC Express
Easily shop for groceries from your favorite stores and pick them up at a nearby location. Delivery is also available in select areas. Share your feedback to improve the online shopping experience.
- Shop at favorite stores
- Grocery pickup
- Delivery available
- Online shopping
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Use this app to easily shop for groceries at your favourite stores and pick them up at a PC Express store near you. Delivery available in select locations. Do you have feedback about your online shopping experience? Share them with us: https://www.loblaws.ca/contact-us
QSwap
A student-focused marketplace for buying, selling, and trading textbooks, dorm essentials, electronics, and fashion items within the Queen's University community. It aims to make campus life more affordable and sustainable by connecting students for secure transactions.
- Buy and sell textbooks
- Find dorm essentials
- Trade electronics and fashion
- Verified student accounts
- Campus-centric transactions
- Sustainable item reuse
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QSwap – The Ultimate Marketplace for Queen’s Students Welcome to QSwap, the go-to marketplace app designed exclusively for Queen’s University students! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or trade textbooks, dorm essentials, electronics, or even fashion items, QSwap makes it easy, affordable, and sustainable. Why QSwap? - Built by Students, for Students: QSwap was created with the unique needs of Queen’s students in mind. We understand campus life, and we’re here to make it better. - Save Money: Find textbooks, furniture, and other essentials at student-friendly prices. - Earn Cash: Sell your unused items quickly and securely to fellow students. - Go Green: Trade and reuse items to reduce waste and promote sustainability on campus. Key Features - Textbooks Made Easy: Find the textbooks you need for your courses or sell the ones you no longer use. - Dorm Essentials: Discover affordable furniture, mini-fridges, and other must-haves for your dorm or apartment. - Electronics & More: Buy, sell, or trade electronics, gadgets, and other items with trusted peers. - Safe & Secure: Verified Queen’s student accounts ensure a safe and reliable trading experience. - Campus-Centric: Connect with students right on campus – no long trips or shipping hassles. How It Works: Sign Up: Create an account using your Queen’s email to join the QSwap community. List Items: Snap a photo, add a description, and set your price – it’s that simple! Browse & Connect: Explore listings, chat with sellers, and arrange pickups. Swap Smarter: Save money, declutter your space, and make campus life more sustainable. Join the QSwap Community Today! QSwap is more than just a marketplace – it’s a movement to make campus life easier, more affordable, and eco-friendly. Whether you’re a first-year student or a seasoned senior, QSwap is here to help you make the most of your time at Queen’s. Download QSwap now and start swapping smarter!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QSwap at 100% against PC Express's 24%. QSwap also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, 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.
PC Express ships an update every 2 weeks, QSwap every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PC Express | QSwap |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.7K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 24.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Loblaw Companies Limited | Matthew Susko |
Customer experience
PC Express
QSwap
Bugs and requests
PC Express
Reported bugs
5 issues- App not loading or crashing on launch
- Issues with adding/removing items from cart
- Problems with selecting delivery timeslots
- Inconsistent behavior when switching stores
- Inability to use gift cards or promo codes
Requested features
5 requests- Improve search functionality
- Add more product details and photos
- Allow editing of past orders
- Integrate with Apple Pay and other payment options
- Provide better communication on order status
QSwap
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PC Express
No in-app purchases
QSwap
No in-app purchases
