# 8it vs ResX

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 8it at none against ResX's 8. 8it also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 73%). ResX's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ResX sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. 8it asks for nothing beyond the download.

ResX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 206 and 609 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of 8it's written reviews are positive against 73% of ResX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

8it ships an update fortnightly, ResX every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 8it | ResX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (206 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8it/id1368976348/reviews) | **[4.8 (609 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resx/id6444920738/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 206 | **609** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 73.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 122 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [8it, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1368976347) | [ResX](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657931286) |

## What reviewers say

### 8it

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8it/id1368976348)

Discover the best NYC food experiences happening now, from pop-ups to limited-time drops. Find expert-recommended dishes near you and organize your culinary adventures.

**Highlights:** Food pop-ups, drops, and collabs, Explore map for local discovery, Dish-first food organization, Customizable dish lists, Expert recommendations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Curated food recommendations from credible sources
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🍽️ Excellent for discovering hidden gems and new restaurants
- 📱 Clean, simple design without unnecessary clutter
- 🔍 Easy to search by specific dish cravings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔐 Confusing password requirement for app access
- 📍 Limited geographic coverage (primarily NYC and LA)
- ❌ Poor customer support response for password requests
- 🗺️ Inadequate search radius (1.5 mile maximum)
- 📱 Inconsistent restaurant results across searches

**Reported bugs**

- Password authentication system malfunctioning
- Unresponsive customer support for password recovery
- Location-based search not functioning properly
- Duplicate restaurant results in different searches
- App shows restaurants far outside user's location

**Requested features**

- Expand to more cities nationwide
- Expand to Boston area
- Improve geographic coverage beyond NYC and LA
- Global expansion
- Increase search radius beyond 1.5 miles


### ResX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resx/id6444920738)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

Easily exchange last-minute restaurant reservations. Give away reservations you can't make or grab spontaneous dining opportunities at popular spots. Enjoy the city's best dining experiences without the hassle of advance planning.

**Highlights:** Exchange last-minute reservations, Give away unwanted reservations, Grab spontaneous dining opportunities, Access in-demand restaurants, Simplify dining plans

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Annual | $119.99 | per year |
| 3-month subscription | $37.99 | one-time |
| 6-month subscription | $69.99 | one-time |
| 12-month subscription | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Game changer for reservations
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Great concept for spontaneity
- 🚀 Access to sought-after tables
- 💯 Helpful for last-minute plans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Limited reservation options
- ⚠️ Fake or misleading reservations
- ❌ App crashes frequently
- 🚫 Verification texts not arriving
- 🤔 Functionality missing for booking

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to grab reservations
- Reservation alerts open to the wrong page
- Cannot click button to see available reservations
- Verification texts never arrive
- App crashes when trying to submit a reservation

**Requested features**

- More reservation options in NYC
- Clearer policy on cancellation fees
- Notification for reservation pickups after 5 minutes
- Ability to filter alerts by time, day, and party size
- Direct link to reservation screen from notification


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 8it free?

8it is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ResX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 8it or ResX?

ResX is rated higher. 8it averages 4.5 out of 5 from 206 ratings, while ResX averages 4.8 from 609 ratings.

### Do 8it or ResX have ads?

ResX shows ads; 8it does not.

### Which is updated more often, 8it or ResX?

8it ships an update fortnightly, and ResX every 2 weeks. Most recently, 8it was updated on September 5, 2026 and ResX on September 23, 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.*