Batch vs Buddypass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Batch
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.
- Group trip planning
- Book rentals and experiences
- Curated group picks
- Exclusive group pricing
- Track RSVPs
- Share itinerary
- Group chat
- Split expenses
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Batch is the #1 group travel app for Millennials and Gen Z, trusted by over 3 million party planners to pull off unforgettable weekends—without losing their minds (or spreadsheets). Whether you’re planning a bachelorette, birthday, or just a damn good time, Batch lets you plan the entire trip in one app. Think: rentals, experiences, bars, restaurants, and more across 70+ top party cities. Why planners choose Batch: - Curated picks tailored for groups - Exclusive group pricing and perks - Flexible cancellations All the planning power, none of the drama: - Invite guests and track RSVPs - Share your itinerary and updates - Run polls to make group decisions faster - Group chat to keep the chaos organized - Track and split expenses - without any awkward money convos Join 3 million+ party planners already using Batch. Download the app and plan a trip no one will shut up about.
Buddypass
This app simplifies group travel planning by offering a central platform for all necessary tools. It connects users with features designed to streamline the organization of group trips, making the process less complicated.
- Centralized planning hub
- Group trip coordination
- Streamlined organization
- Integrated planning tools
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Buddypass is the first centralized hub for group trips that takes the hassle out of planning by connecting you with the tools you need, all in one place.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Batch at 4.8 against Buddypass's 4.3. Batch also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (22K vs 4). Buddypass's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Batch holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Batch has 22K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Batch ships an update every 3 weeks, Buddypass every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Batch | Buddypass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (22K ratings) — better | 4.3 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 38.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 22K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 170 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Bach LLC | Buddypass Incorporated |
Customer experience
Batch
Buddypass
Bugs and requests
Batch
Reported bugs
4 issues- 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
4 requests- 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
Buddypass
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Batch
No in-app purchases
Buddypass
No in-app purchases
