Roadside History vs Battlefields in VR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Roadside History
Access and read historical markers from across all 50 states on your iPhone or iPad. View marker inscriptions, photos, and filter by category or read status. Save your favorite historical discoveries.
- Read historical marker inscriptions
- View marker and area photos
- Access markers from all 50 states
- Track read markers
- Filter markers by category
- Favorite markers
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Ever wonder what those history markers along the side of the road say, but you are too busy to stop? Well, now you can read all these markers from the comfort of anywhere and at anytime right on your iPhone or iPad. You can view all the markers from each state (all 50 states supported) and read their full inscription as well as view photos of the marker and/or surrounding area. Since there are so many markers, we keep track of which ones you've already read; you can even create a filter to not show those anymore. Each marker also belongs to any number of categories, so if you are only interested in markers related to the Civil War, for example, you can show only those. We allow you to favorite the markers you particularly enjoy. With our app, exploring history has never been more accessible. Dive into the stories behind the markers, uncover hidden narratives, and build your personal collection of favorites. Your next historical adventure is just a tap away!
Battlefields in VR
Experience American history through immersive virtual reality. Explore over 140 scenes from pivotal battlefields of the American Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War. This app brings historical landscapes to life with 360-degree photography.
- Immersive VR scenes
- 140+ scenes from 40+ battlefields
- 360-degree photography
- American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War
- Explore historic sites
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Immerse yourself in the epic saga of American history with Battlefields in VR, the groundbreaking virtual reality experience from the American Battlefield Trust. Explore the pivotal landscapes of the American Revolution, the War of 1812 and the Civil War like never before. Features: · Discover over 140 immersive scenes from 40+ battlefields and historic sites, all from the comfort of your own home. · Experience breathtaking modern 360-degree photography that transports you to the heart of each location, bringing history to life like never before. · Visit legendary battlefields such as Lexington & Concord, Washington’s Crossing, Yorktown, New Orleans, Charleston, Gettysburg, Antietam, Manassas, Chattanooga, and many more! Whether you're a devoted history enthusiast, a curious student or simply captivated by America's rich heritage, this app promises an unparalleled journey across the most sacred landscapes of our nation. Download Battlefields in VR and embark on an unforgettable journey through history today. Immerse yourself in the epic saga of American history with Battlefields in VR, the groundbreaking virtual reality experience from the American Battlefield Trust. Explore the pivotal landscapes of the American Revolution, the War of 1812 and the Civil War like never before.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Roadside History at 4.6 against Battlefields in VR's 2.0. Roadside History also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 27 months) and ratings volume (26 vs 2). Battlefields in VR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Roadside History sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Battlefields in VR asks for nothing beyond the download.
Roadside History holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roadside History has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Roadside History ships an update every 6 months, Battlefields in VR every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Roadside History | Battlefields in VR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (26 ratings) — better | 2.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months — better | Every 27 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 354 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | John Stump | American Battlefield Trust |
Customer experience
Roadside History
Battlefields in VR
In-app purchases
Roadside History
- Remove Ads$4.99
Battlefields in VR
No in-app purchases
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