Comparison

Flinders Ranges Walks vs Wingmate Birds

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

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About

Flinders Ranges Walks

Discover 18 walking trails in the Flinders Ranges with detailed maps and notes. Explore magnificent landscapes, identify local flora and fauna, and learn about the region's geology. Designed for day-long excursions, this app offers essential safety tips for navigating natural environments.

Highlights
  • 18 walking trails in Flinders Ranges
  • Detailed maps and walking notes
  • Information on plants, wildlife, and rocks
  • Safety guidelines for natural areas
  • Offline map download option
  • Trails established by experts
Features
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WARNING: The app requires a download of an additional 124 MB of images & text. This App provides maps and walking notes for 18 walks in the Flinders ranges. The walks are straightforward for the average walker and can be accomplished within a day. There are details in the magnificent landscapes that can be taken in at leisure, and plants, wildlife and rocks to look out for. For more information about the App, please read the "Using the App" page. These 18 trails were established by the Royal Geographical Society members and members of the Walking Trails Support Group. For more information, please read the "Contributors" page. For your safety : : Check the battery capacity of your device. As a backup, download the map for your walk from - www.walkingtrailssupportgroup.org.au Contact details for your feedback are also available from this site. : These are walks in natural areas; be aware of inherent hazards, such as snakes, loose rocks etc. : Generally easy grade for the ordinary walker. Keep to the trails, follow the maps and markers : Markers may be blue where creeks have to be negotiated. : The walks are mostly beyond mobile phone coverage. : Walk in a party of four, advise a reliable person about your walk intentions and when you expect to return. Let them know when you have returned. : Wear strong comfortable boots and take adequate food and clothing for hot, cold or wet weather. : Take at least 2 litres of water per person, more if it is hot. : Protect yourself from the sun, carry a small first aid kit and insect repellent.

About

Wingmate Birds

This app helps users identify and track bird species across Australia with an interactive guide, gamified challenges, and detailed bird information. It's designed for both beginners and experienced birdwatchers to enhance their nature exploration and photography.

Highlights
  • Interactive bird guide for Australia
  • Track bird sightings and create a life list
  • Gamified wildlife exploration
  • Detailed bird descriptions and maps
  • Integrates GPS for real-time sightings
  • Build a personal bird collection
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WINGMATE | SPOT 'EM ALL Your birdwatching companion that turns every sighting into a game. Snap a photo, identify the bird, earn XP, and build your life list. LEVEL UP YOUR BIRDING Every bird you spot earns XP. Log new species to level up, unlock achievements, and complete challenges. Compete on global and local seasonal leaderboards, build streaks, and race friends to see who can spot the most. PHOTOGRAPH THEM ALL Every photo you take is saved to your personal records. Build a photographic collection of every species you spot, complete with photo metadata: date, time, and location automatically logged for each sighting. Capture them all and watch your gallery grow. SHARE TRIPS & COMPARE WITH FRIENDS Share your birding trips, compare life lists, and see who's spotted what. Challenge friends, swap sightings, and turn every outing into friendly competition. JOIN THE FLOCK Dive into Flock, your feed for all things birding. Tips and guides. Ask the community for identification help, discover featured sightings from the community, and stay connected with fellow birders wherever you are. BUILD YOUR LIFE LIST Grow your personal collection of bird sightings. Check off new species, track your progress, and challenge yourself to find rare and unique birds from every corner of the world. IDENTIFY BIRDS WITH AI Point your camera and snap. Wingmate's AI bird identifier recognises the species from your photo in seconds, no expertise needed. Instant photo ID for backyard visitors and rare finds alike. LEARN THEIR CALLS Listen to bird sounds and calls for species around the world. Study bird songs, learn to recognise them by ear, and match the sounds you hear in the field to the birds around you. YOUR POCKET FIELD GUIDE An interactive bird guide with species from around the globe: photos, bird calls, distribution maps, and detailed descriptions covering identification, status, behaviour, habitat, and rarity. EXPLORE BIRDING HOTSPOTS GPS-powered interactive maps show your sightings and nearby birding hotspots. Discover location-based bird lists and track other checklists in real time, anywhere in the world. PERFECT FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE Whether you're a seasoned birder or a curious beginner, planning a road trip or watching from the garden, Wingmate makes every outing a chance to discover the birdlife around you. Wingmate Plus is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://wingmate.org/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://wingmate.org/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Flinders Ranges Walks4 screens
Wingmate Birds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flinders Ranges Walks at none against Wingmate Birds's 3. Flinders Ranges Walks also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (67% vs 50%). Wingmate Birds's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Wingmate Birds sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Flinders Ranges Walks asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flinders Ranges Walks ships an update every 8 months, Wingmate Birds every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Flinders Ranges Walks versus Wingmate Birds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlinders Ranges WalksWingmate Birds
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB133 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoyal Geographical Society of South Australia IncWingmate Birds

Customer experience

Flinders Ranges Walks

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Wingmate Birds

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Flinders Ranges Walks

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Wingmate Birds

Subscriptions1
  • Wingmate Birds Premium$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Silver Badge$4.99
  • Gold Support$29.99

Questions

Is Flinders Ranges Walks free?
Flinders Ranges Walks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wingmate Birds free?
Wingmate Birds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flinders Ranges Walks or Wingmate Birds have ads?
Wingmate Birds shows ads; Flinders Ranges Walks does not.
Which is updated more often, Flinders Ranges Walks or Wingmate Birds?
Flinders Ranges Walks ships an update every 8 months, and Wingmate Birds every 5 weeks. Most recently, Flinders Ranges Walks was updated on October 24, 2026 and Wingmate Birds on October 30, 2026.

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