# BottleDrop vs Win Big Shop Small

The clearest difference is rating: Win Big Shop Small at 3.7 against BottleDrop's 2.2. Win Big Shop Small also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 11%). BottleDrop's advantage is ratings volume (118 vs 15). 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.

Win Big Shop Small holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BottleDrop has 118 ratings behind it against 15, 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 33% of Win Big Shop Small's.

BottleDrop ships an update every 2 months, Win Big Shop Small every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BottleDrop | Win Big Shop Small |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bottledrop/id1276690586/reviews) | **[3.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/win-big-shop-small/id6452469035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **118** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 10.7% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 57 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276690585) | [BRICKS NEED MORTAR LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698907646) |

## 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


### Win Big Shop Small

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/win-big-shop-small/id6452469035)

Discover local businesses and support your community. Track events, check in, scan promo codes, and earn rewards to shop small and make a big impact.

**Highlights:** Discover local businesses, Track business events, Check-in to stores, Scan promo codes, Accumulate points, Redeem gifts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BottleDrop free?

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

### Is Win Big Shop Small free?

Win Big Shop Small is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BottleDrop or Win Big Shop Small?

Win Big Shop Small is rated higher. BottleDrop averages 2.2 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while Win Big Shop Small averages 3.7 from 15 ratings.

### Do BottleDrop or Win Big Shop Small have ads?

Neither BottleDrop nor Win Big Shop Small shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BottleDrop or Win Big Shop Small?

BottleDrop ships an update every 2 months, and Win Big Shop Small every 9 days. Most recently, BottleDrop was updated on November 3, 2026 and Win Big Shop Small on November 3, 2026.

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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.*