Performance VW vs My Spec UK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Performance VW
This publication delivers in-depth content for modified Volkswagen enthusiasts. Explore debuts of fast and fun VAG vehicles, find inspiration from unique daily drivers, and stay updated on the latest in the modified VW scene.
- Hardcore VW content
- Monthly publication
- Features fast and fun VAG vehicles
- Inspiration for unique daily drivers
- Digital issue purchases
- Subscription options
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If you're in to modified VWs then you need to be into Performance VW, the only publication that delivers hardcore VW junkies a guaranteed Dub hit on a monthly basis. Performance VW has been at the forefront of modified Volkswagens for over a decade now and has been instrumental in shaping the scene into the most innovative of its kind. It really is the only magazine that caters for true Dub enthusiasts. Whether you're after debuts on the world's fastest, finest and most fun VAG metal, or simply want inspiration from the quirkiest daily drivers, then there is only one place to be: PVW Magazine. ---------------------------------------------- This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase. -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. -If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx
My Spec UK
Connect with vehicle customizers and enthusiasts worldwide. Showcase your ride, vote on others, and discover upcoming events. Participate in competitions and stay updated with the latest news in the automotive community.
- Showcase vehicles globally
- Vote on user rides
- Connect with other enthusiasts
- Discover upcoming events
- Participate in competitions
- View automotive news
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MySpec, An app that brings together vehicle customisers and enthusiasts globally, to showcase their rides on an easily accessible platform. MySpec also allows you to touch base with fellow customisers and enthusiasts directly through the app, while also letting you vote on each others’ rides in different categories. The most votes in each category will win a prize specially tailored for that vehicle. In addition, MySpec displays all upcoming events and gatherings of interest, connecting like-minded enthusiasts through the app and directly into the real world. So download now and be part of the Myspec community MYSPEC contents includes: – See the best vehicles from all over the world – Vote on vehicles and see who truly has the best vehicle in the world – Communicate with other users and chat about your vehicles – See events all over the world by location and date – Competitions – News We aim to add many more features as MYSPEC community grows.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: My Spec UK at none against Performance VW's 35. My Spec UK also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 13 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Performance VW's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 50%). On price, ads 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. Performance VW sells 35 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. My Spec UK asks for nothing beyond the download.
Performance VW ships an update every 13 months, My Spec UK every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Performance VW | My Spec UK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kelsey Publishing Group | Easy App Business |
Customer experience
Performance VW
My Spec UK
In-app purchases
Performance VW
- Performance VW$4.991 Month
- Performance VW$22.996 Months
- Performance VW$39.991 Year
- January 2026 (pp:1136302)$3.99
- September 17 (id:758226)$4.99
- Show Special$4.99
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- January 2019 (id:763393)$4.99
- March 2019 (id:763387)$4.99
- June 2020 (id:770547)$4.99
- Mar-23 (id:779696)$4.99
- September (pp:1124782)$4.99
- July (pp:1124778)$4.99
- August (pp:1124780)$4.99
- Jun-23 (pp:903728)$4.99
- December 2019 (id:765607)$4.99
- Autumn 2022 (id:777963)$4.99
- May-25 (pp:1021577)$4.99
- Apr-25 (pp:1021584)$4.99
- May 2020 (id:770550)$4.99
- Mar-25 (pp:1021591)$4.99
- October 2010 (id:758806)$4.99
- May 2018 (id:763420)$4.99
- Feb-25 (pp:1021598)$4.99
- Nov-21 (id:775125)$4.99
- Jan-25 (pp:1021605)$4.99
- Autumn 2021 (id:775128)$4.99
- Nov-23 (id:713974)$4.99
- Dec-24 (pp:1021612)$4.99
- September 2019 (id:765619)$4.99
- Jul-24 (pp:1021647)$4.99
- July 26 (pp:1143313)$5.99
- August 2026 (pp:1145249)$5.99
- February 2026 (pp:1140481)$5.99
- Ultimate Golf (id:806171)$7.99
- Complete Your C... (id:817652)$199.99
My Spec UK
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Performance VW free?
Is My Spec UK free?
Do Performance VW or My Spec UK have ads?
Which is updated more often, Performance VW or My Spec UK?
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