Comparison

PubPass vs US Brew Passport

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

Head to head
About

PubPass

Discover and explore local and national craft beer bars and breweries. Access exclusive deals on beer, such as discounted prices and buy-one-get-one offers, at participating locations. Simply show the app to redeem your savings and digitally stamp your progress.

Highlights
  • Discover bars and breweries
  • Exclusive beer deals
  • Digital passport stamping
  • Nationwide participating locations
  • Save on craft beer
Features
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PubPass is America's favorite craft beer passport. It’s the best way to explore great bars & breweries around town and across the country. As a member you’ll have access to beer deals such as $1 beers and 'buy one get one' (BOGO) beers not just in your home city, but at all participating PubPass locations. Simply show the app to your bartender or server to redeem. The best part? The deal will be available again in 30 days. Here's how it works: VISIT A BAR OR BREWERY: Great bars and breweries will appear on your map. SHOW THE APP: Show the app to your bartender or server and they’ll digitally stamp the page. SCORE DEALS ON BEER: Each spot will have a great selection of craft beers available with a special deal for PubPassers. *Deals may vary by city due to state regulations. Click app support for details.

About

US Brew Passport

Discover craft breweries nationwide and access exclusive deals with an annual subscription. Explore participating locations, plan taproom visits, and enjoy perks like BOGO beers and discounts on food and merchandise.

Highlights
  • Nationwide brewery deals
  • Interactive brewery map
  • Digital stamp tracking
  • Personal tasting notes
  • QR code redemption
  • State-by-state directory
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US Brew Passport – Your Annual Pass to Craft Beer Deals Explore craft breweries across the United States and browse participating locations and available deals for free with US Brew Passport. To redeem brewery offers, unlock Brew Passport Premium — a single $29.99 annual subscription that gives you access to exclusive deals at breweries nationwide. Discover new breweries, plan taproom visits, and enjoy craft beer perks all year long with one easy pass. WHAT YOU GET One exclusive offer per participating brewery per year Access to breweries in many states across the U.S. Offers vary by location (BOGO beers, food and merch discounts, and special deals) Note: Some state's laws prohibit breweries from discounting beer, so you may see discounts on food or merchandise. Interactive brewery map with directions Track brewery visits with digital stamps Save personal notes about favorite beers and experiences HOW IT WORKS Subscribe to the annual Brew Passport Premium Browse breweries by state or find nearby locations Visit a participating brewery Scan the QR code to redeem your exclusive offer Enjoy your savings FEATURES State-by-state brewery directory (where available) Built-in maps and navigation Secure QR code redemption system Personal brewery journal with tasting notes and visit history One redemption per brewery location per subscription year Easy subscription management through the App Store PERFECT FOR Craft beer enthusiasts Brewery tourists and beer travelers People who enjoy discovering new local breweries Road trippers and weekend explorers Anyone looking to save while supporting independent breweries BREWERY OFFERS Each participating brewery sets their own exclusive offer. Common deals include: Buy-one-get-one-free beers Percentage discounts on beer, food, or merchandise Special pricing on flights or pints Exclusive deals for passport holders Check each brewery’s profile in the app to see their specific offer. PARTICIPATING BREWERIES View a current list of participating breweries by state: https://usbrewerypassport.com/passport.html New breweries are added regularly, and availability may vary by state. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Annual subscription: One flat fee of $29.99 for year-round access Redeem one offer per brewery location per year Cancel anytime through App Store settings Subscription automatically renews unless turned off No hidden fees or per-visit charges SUPPORT LOCAL BREWERIES Every redemption helps breweries attract new customers and grow their community while giving you a reason to explore new taprooms. DISCOVER & EXPLORE Use the interactive map to plan brewery tours, weekend trips, or spontaneous stops. Track where you’ve been, save tasting notes, and build your own brewery journey. Download US Brew Passport today and start exploring breweries across the U.S.—one stop at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PubPass4 screens
US Brew Passport3 screens

Verdict

The call

PubPass and US Brew Passport both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of US Brew Passport's written reviews are positive against 52% of PubPass's. PubPass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 1). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. US Brew Passport sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. PubPass asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for PubPass against 5.0 for US Brew Passport. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PubPass has 1.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of PubPass's written reviews are positive against 100% of US Brew Passport's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PubPass ships an update every 3 weeks, US Brew Passport every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PubPass versus US Brew Passport: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPubPassUS Brew Passport
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.8K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews51.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.8K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB41 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPubPassAPPLORERS LLC

Customer experience

PubPass

All ratings1,767 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive51.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative44.8%

US Brew Passport

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

PubPass

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes on map screen
  • App crashes on launch or login screen
  • Unresponsive buttons and navigation

Requested features

2 requests
  • Expand to more locations, especially in Illinois and the Pacific Northwest
  • Fix compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

US Brew Passport

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

PubPass

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

US Brew Passport

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • 2026 US Brewery Passport$29.99

Questions

Is PubPass free?
PubPass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is US Brew Passport free?
US Brew Passport is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PubPass or US Brew Passport?
US Brew Passport is rated higher. PubPass averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while US Brew Passport averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do PubPass or US Brew Passport have ads?
Neither PubPass nor US Brew Passport shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PubPass or US Brew Passport?
PubPass ships an update every 3 weeks, and US Brew Passport every 6 weeks. Most recently, PubPass was updated on October 26, 2026 and US Brew Passport on October 16, 2026.

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