PubPass vs Amsterdam Beer Guide
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.
Amsterdam Beer Guide
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Amsterdam Beer Guide is built for anyone who wants to experience more of Amsterdam's beer scene with less guesswork. Whether you are searching for a cosy brown cafe, a modern craft beer bar, or a brewery worth going out of your way for, the app helps you find memorable places to drink across the city. The app makes it easy to browse recommended venues and build a plan that suits the way you explore. Travel by metro or tram, switch to the map when you want to see what is nearby, and save your favourite places for later. It is a convenient companion for visitors, weekend travellers, and locals looking for new beer destinations. Amsterdam Beer Guide also highlights brewery options, giving you more ways to experience the city beyond standard pub listings. That makes it useful whether you want a quiet canal-side beer, a full craft beer day out, or a shortlist of places worth returning to on your next visit. If you want to discover better beer in Amsterdam and spend more time enjoying the city instead of searching for your next stop, Amsterdam Beer Guide is the perfect place to start. Download it today and explore one of Europe's most enjoyable beer cities with a guide built for smart, rewarding beer adventures.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PubPass at every 3 weeks against Amsterdam Beer Guide's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, 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.
PubPass ships an update every 3 weeks, Amsterdam Beer Guide every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PubPass | Amsterdam Beer Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (1.8K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | PubPass | Beer Guide Apps, LLC |
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
Amsterdam Beer Guide
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PubPass
No in-app purchases
Amsterdam Beer Guide
No in-app purchases
