Comparison

EXPLORER Magazin vs Truffle Buddy

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

Head to head
About

EXPLORER Magazin

This magazine focuses on off-road travel, expeditions, and adventures for globetrotters using 4x4 vehicles, trucks, or motorhomes. It provides in-depth articles on equipment, vehicle tests, travel experiences, and interviews.

Highlights
  • Off-road tour guides
  • Vehicle expedition features
  • 4x4 truck and SUV travel
  • Equipment and technology tests
  • Traveler interviews and portraits
  • Global destination exploration
Features
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EXPLORER – Die Zeitschrift für Allrad Globetrotter: Sechsmal im Jahr alles zum Thema Offroad Touren, Reise und Expedition mit Wohnmobil, 4x4 Lkw oder Geländewagen. ON TOUR. Sich als Entdecker fühlen, entlegene Reiseziele auf der ganzen Welt mit dem eigenen Fahrzeug erkunden. Abenteuer erleben. Nie war der Traum von der großen Tour so populär wie heute – und gleichzeitig so einfach zu verwirklichen. EXPLORER ist das führende Magazin für diese Zielgruppe, vermittelt Wissen und weckt Reiselust. OFF ROAD. Die Reise als verbindendes Element, das ist die Philosophie von EXPLORER. Welche Ausrüstungen und Fahrzeuge braucht man? Welche Erfahrungen machen andere Overlander? Intensiv recherchiert und zusammengestellt von reiseerfahrenen Autoren, brillant fotografiert und hochwertig gestaltet, bietet EXPLORER einen fundierten und spannenden Themenmix aus Test, Technik und Reisen, aber auch Service, Porträts und Interviews. Die Preise: Einzelexemplar: 5,99 EUR Bitte beachten Sie: Sobald Sie das Abo bestätigt haben, wird Ihr iTunes-Konto mit dem entsprechenden Betrag belastet. Das Abo verlängert sich automatisch um die entsprechende Laufzeit, wenn Sie die Verlängerung nicht bis 24 Stunden vor Ende der Laufzeit in Ihren iTunes-Benutzereinstellungen deaktivieren. Ihre Abos können Sie direkt nach dem Kauf in den Einstellungen Ihres Gerätes einsehen, editieren und die Funktion der automatischen Verlängerung deaktivieren. Wenn Sie Ihr Abo nicht deaktivieren, wird Ihr iTunes-Konto innerhalb der 24 Stunden vor Ende Ihres Abonnements mit dem entsprechenden Betrag belastet. Eine Rückvergütung ist nicht möglich, sollten Sie das Abonnement während der Laufzeit kündigen wollen. Sie erhalten in jedem Fall alle Ausgaben bis zum Ende der abgeschlossenen Laufzeit. Weiterführende Informationen zum Datenschutz (https://explorer-magazin.com/datenschutz/) und den AGB (https://explorer-magazin.com/agb/)

About

Truffle Buddy

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Truffle Buddy – The app for truffle hunting with or without a dog. Truffle Buddy accompanies you on your truffle hunt in nature. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience. The app helps you learn, document and organise your own search. Learn which locations could be interesting, record your finds and build up your own knowledge over time. ONLINE TRUFFLE COURSE The integrated course shows you step by step our approach to truffle hunting. You will learn among other things: • How to identify potential truffle locations • Which conditions are important • How truffle hunting with a dog works • How to motivate and train your dog • What we pay attention to depending on the season The course contains real footage from the forest, directly at various locations and at different times of year. New content and experiences are added on an ongoing basis. YOUR PRIVATE TRUFFLE MAP Save find spots and interesting areas on your personal map. Record GPS, photos and notes and keep track of when you visited a location. Plan search trips and document your observations. Your data stays private. TRUFFLE DIARY Every find tells a story. Record truffle species, weight, quantity, photos and further details. Over time your personal diary takes shape and you can see which locations and conditions work particularly well. POTENTIAL MAP The potential map helps you discover interesting areas. Depending on the region, various factors are taken into account so you get new ideas for your next trips. COMMUNITY Exchange experiences with other truffle hunters. Share insights, ask questions and stay informed about new content and developments. LOCATION REVIEW Discovered an interesting spot? Send us your area for assessment and receive personal feedback on its potential for truffles. Available in German & English. Enjoy the forest and good luck on your next truffle hunt!

Screenshots

EXPLORER Magazin4 screens
Truffle Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Truffle Buddy at none against EXPLORER Magazin's 10. Truffle Buddy also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 months). EXPLORER Magazin's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price and ads 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. EXPLORER Magazin sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Truffle Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EXPLORER Magazin ships an update every 6 months, Truffle Buddy every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
EXPLORER Magazin versus Truffle Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEXPLORER MagazinTruffle Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGanghaus Verlag KGSimon Hofmann

In-app purchases

10 purchases

EXPLORER Magazin

One-time10
  • EXPLORER 2017–04$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2016-03$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2018-02$5.99
Show 7 more
  • EXPLORER 2019-01$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2019-05$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2019-06$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2020-02$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2020-03$5.99
  • EXPLORER 2020-04$5.99
  • Start exploring$5.99
None

Truffle Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EXPLORER Magazin free?
EXPLORER Magazin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Truffle Buddy free?
Truffle Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EXPLORER Magazin or Truffle Buddy have ads?
Neither EXPLORER Magazin nor Truffle Buddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EXPLORER Magazin or Truffle Buddy?
EXPLORER Magazin ships an update every 6 months, and Truffle Buddy every 6 days. Most recently, EXPLORER Magazin was updated on November 3, 2026 and Truffle Buddy on November 5, 2026.

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