GPC vs Merri
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
GPC
This app helps users find the right oil and lubricant products for their vehicles. It provides recommendations based on specific vehicle information, ensuring optimal performance and maintenance.
- Product recommendations
- Vehicle specific search
- GPC store information
- Oil and lubricant guide
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Penrite Product Recommendation guide for GPC Stores
Merri
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Never miss bin day again. Merri-bek Bins is the essential app for residents of Merri-bek Council area, helping you stay on top of your waste collection schedule. Features: Know Your Collection Day Enter your address and instantly see when each of your bins will be collected. The app displays your personalised schedule for all four bin types. Your 4-Bin System - General Rubbish (Red lid) - Weekly collection - Mixed Recycling (Yellow lid) - Fortnightly collection - Food & Garden (Lime green lid) - Weekly collection - Glass (Purple lid) - Monthly collection via GlassWeek rotation Calendar View See your complete collection schedule at a glance with a colour-coded monthly calendar. Collection days are clearly marked with dots showing which bins are due. Collection Reminders Receive notifications the day before collection so you never forget to put your bins out. Customise the reminder time to suit your routine. Waste & Recycling Information Learn about the collection system, understand the GlassWeek rotation for glass recycling, and stay informed about public holiday collection changes. Dark Mode Full dark mode support for comfortable viewing day or night. Serving the Merri-bek community: Brunswick, Coburg, Pascoe Vale, Fawkner, Glenroy, and surrounding suburbs.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Merri at every 2 months against GPC's every 17 months. Merri also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GPC ships an update every 17 months, Merri every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GPC | Merri |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 2 months โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Penrite Oil Company | AM Cloud Holdings Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
GPC
No in-app purchases
Merri
No in-app purchases









