# BottleDrop vs StreetHopper

The clearest difference is rating: StreetHopper at 3.0 against BottleDrop's 2.3. StreetHopper also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 11%) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). BottleDrop's advantage is ratings volume (104 vs 9). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

StreetHopper holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BottleDrop has 104 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of BottleDrop's written reviews are positive against 40% of StreetHopper's.

## The numbers

| Metric | BottleDrop | StreetHopper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (104 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bottledrop/id1276690586/reviews) | **[3.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streethopper/id1435425349/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **104** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 10.7% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 57 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276690585) | [伟韬 曾](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530583725) |

## What reviewers say

### BottleDrop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bottledrop/id1276690586)

Easily return deposit containers and receive your refund. Access your account card, view your balance and bag history, and find nearby return locations. Manage your account information and receive important notifications.

**Highlights:** Return deposit containers, Receive refunds, Access account card, View account balance, Track bag history, Find return locations, Update account information

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Balance tracking functionality works reliably
- 📍 Location finder helps users find drop-off points
- 🎯 Core service concept is useful and appreciated
- 📱 Improved UI in recent updates (June 2021 onwards)
- 🔐 QR code/barcode scanning feature when functioning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚪 Frequent unexpected logouts requiring re-authentication
- 🔑 Persistent login failures and authentication errors
- 🌐 Chronic internet connectivity issues despite active connection
- 🐛 App crashes when accessing locations tab
- 💾 Missing or non-functional transfer buttons (Venmo/PayPal/bank)

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected logout after period of inactivity
- Login failed errors despite correct credentials
- App won't progress past splash/start screen
- Crashes when accessing locations tab
- Internet connectivity error messages despite active connection

**Requested features**

- Dark mode for reduced eye strain in low light
- Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, PIN)
- Manual QR code entry option for unscanned bags
- Transaction history and detailed bag credit breakdown
- In-app bag and label ordering


### StreetHopper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streethopper/id1435425349)

Control your boombox speaker's music playback, LED lights, and equalizer settings. Adjust volume, brightness, and flash modes remotely. Supports USB/SD card, FM, and Line In playback.

**Highlights:** Music Playback Control, LED Light Customization, Equalizer Adjustment, USB/SD Card Playback, FM Radio Control, Line In Functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BottleDrop free?

BottleDrop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is StreetHopper free?

StreetHopper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BottleDrop or StreetHopper?

StreetHopper is rated higher. BottleDrop averages 2.3 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while StreetHopper averages 3.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do BottleDrop or StreetHopper have ads?

Neither BottleDrop nor StreetHopper shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*