PubPass vs US Brew Passport
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Discover bars and breweries
- Exclusive beer deals
- Digital passport stamping
- Nationwide participating locations
- Save on craft beer
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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.
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.
- 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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | PubPass | US Brew Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (1.8K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | PubPass | APPLORERS LLC |
Customer experience
PubPass
US Brew Passport
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
PubPass
No in-app purchases
US Brew Passport
- Annual Premium$29.991 Year
- 2026 US Brewery Passport$29.99
Questions
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