# Superlocal vs Bond Touch

The clearest difference is rating: Bond Touch at 4.6 against Superlocal's 4.2. Bond Touch also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 24%) and ratings volume (18K vs 3.1K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Superlocal sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and Bond Touch sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bond Touch holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bond Touch has 18K ratings behind it against 3.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Superlocal's written reviews are positive against 42% of Bond Touch's.

Superlocal ships an update every 6 days, Bond Touch every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Superlocal | Bond Touch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superlocal-explore-places-map/id1290608456/reviews) | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bond-touch/id1291952832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3.1K | **18K** |
| Positive reviews | 24.4% of reviews | **41.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 284 MB | 309 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Super Computer, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1231915599) | [Bond Touch Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715860510) |

## What reviewers say

### Superlocal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superlocal-explore-places-map/id1290608456)

Discover new places with AI-powered recommendations and gamified exploration. Automatically log your visits to create a personalized travel diary and connect with friends. Track your progress and earn achievements as you explore your world.

**Highlights:** AI-powered place discovery, Fog of World gamification, GPS diary and check-in tracker, Personalized recommendations, Community rankings and achievements, Friend tracking and connection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Stickers | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Superboost+ | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Stickers | $5.99 | per month |
| Bonus Premium Stickers | $5.99 | per month |
| Superboost+ (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Superboost+ Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Verizon FREE Year of Stickers | $9.99 | per month |
| Early Access Spot | $9.99 | per month |
| Superboost+ (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Superboost+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Superboost+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Superboost+ | $39.99 | per year |
| A Mayorship with Superboost+ | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Tracking location and exploring the world
- 🌟 Fun and engaging concept
- 👍 Ability to compete with friends
- 💡 Innovative use of location data
- 🎨 Creative way to visualize travel history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent location tracking
- 🔍 Difficulty zooming out to see full map
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and paywalls
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤖 Buggy and glitchy performance

**Reported bugs**

- Progress and data frequently reset
- Locations not accurately tracked
- Crashes and freezes when using certain features
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- Ability to import past travel data
- Offline mode for location tracking
- Customizable map views and icons
- Social features like friend leaderboards
- Integration with other mapping/fitness apps


### Bond Touch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bond-touch/id1291952832)

This app connects you with loved ones when you're apart, allowing you to send and receive touches, share private messages and photos, and even feel a partner's heartbeat. It manages smart bracelets and necklaces designed to bridge physical distance and foster deeper connections.

**Highlights:** Send and receive touches, Private encrypted space for messages and photos, Personalize touch colors, View connection and battery status, Revisit touch history, Optional location sharing, Record and exchange heartbeats

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Amazing for long-distance relationships
- 🤗 Helps couples feel connected
- 🎁 Great gift idea
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🤖 Innovative concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- ⏱️ Delayed vibrations/notifications
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 🔒 Requires app to be open constantly
- 🤖 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Pairing issues with multiple devices
- Bracelet disconnects randomly
- Inaccurate battery percentage display
- Trouble with firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Allow use without app open
- Improve battery life
- Add more customization options
- Enhance notification system
- Expand connectivity range


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Superlocal free?

Superlocal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bond Touch free?

Bond Touch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Superlocal or Bond Touch?

Bond Touch is rated higher. Superlocal averages 4.2 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Bond Touch averages 4.6 from 18K ratings.

### Do Superlocal or Bond Touch have ads?

Neither Superlocal nor Bond Touch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Superlocal or Bond Touch?

Superlocal ships an update every 6 days, and Bond Touch every 2 weeks. Most recently, Superlocal was updated on September 22, 2026 and Bond Touch on September 24, 2026.

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