# Batch vs Going

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Batch at none against Going's 7. Batch also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 27%) and ratings volume (22K vs 5.8K). Going's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#15 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Going sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.00 per year. Batch asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Batch against 4.7 for Going. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22K and 5.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of Batch's written reviews are positive against 27% of Going's.

Batch ships an update every 3 weeks, Going weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Batch | Going |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/batch-lets-party/id1433495524/reviews)** | [4.7 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/going-find-flight-deals/id6443738607/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 5.8K |
| Positive reviews | **38.3% of reviews** | 26.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#15** |
| Size | 170 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Bach LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1433495523) | [Scott's Cheap Flights, Inc. DBA Going](https://appshunter.io/developer/1278665679) |

## What reviewers say

### Batch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/batch-lets-party/id1433495524)

This app simplifies group trip planning for celebrations and getaways. It allows users to discover and book accommodations, activities, and dining in popular cities, all while managing guest lists, itineraries, and expenses collaboratively.

**Highlights:** Group trip planning, Book rentals and experiences, Curated group picks, Exclusive group pricing, Track RSVPs, Share itinerary, Group chat, Split expenses

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great concept for planning bachelorette parties
- 👍 Helpful for organizing group activities and expenses
- 🚀 Convenient way to keep everyone informed and on the same page
- 👍 Provides useful recommendations for activities and events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Poor customer service and unresponsive to issues
- 🤔 Misleading or inaccurate information about booked events/activities
- 💰 Overcharging and issues with refunds/cancellations

**Reported bugs**

- App log-out issues causing users to miss updates
- Incorrect event details and reservations not properly booked
- Expense tracking and cost-splitting features not functioning properly
- Compatibility problems and app crashes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Improve notification system and in-app messaging
- Add ability to edit polls and itinerary after creation
- Provide more customization options for individual users
- Enhance security and verification of third-party vendors


### Going

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/going-find-flight-deals/id6443738607)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Travel, #96 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Discover flight deals that can save you up to 90% on airfare without hidden fees. Track prices for specific trips or explore spontaneous getaways with alerts for price drops and mistake fares. Book directly with airlines to reach over 900 destinations.

**Highlights:** Up to 90% flight savings, Price tracking and alerts, Mistake fare notifications, Browse 900+ destinations, Direct booking with airlines, Staff-picked deals

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $24.00 | per year |
| Premium | $49.00 | per year |
| Premium | $49.00 | per year |
| Premium - Annual $49 | $49.99 | per year |
| Elite | $97.00 | per year |
| Elite | $199.00 | per year |
| Elite | $199.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Innovative globe search feature
- 👍 Clean and professional design
- 🚀 Convenient app with notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and slow app performance
- 🔍 Lack of customization and filtering options
- 🔍 Deals not as good as website
- 🔍 Useless without flexible travel dates

**Reported bugs**

- App constantly crashes or fails to load
- Filters not working properly
- Incompatible with older devices
- Incorrect membership status and access

**Requested features**

- Ability to save filters from website
- Option to stay signed in
- Faster navigation and reset button
- Better filtering for premium cabin classes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Batch free?

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

### Is Going free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Batch or Going?

Batch is rated higher. Batch averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Going averages 4.7 from 5.8K ratings.

### Do Batch or Going have ads?

Neither Batch nor Going shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Batch or Going?

Batch ships an update every 3 weeks, and Going weekly. Most recently, Batch was updated on September 25, 2026 and Going on September 24, 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.*