Batch vs Where2
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.
Where2
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Planning a trip with family or friends always turns into the same mess: a 200 message group chat, three different hotel links, a spreadsheet nobody updates, and that one question two weeks before takeoff, "wait, who booked the rental car?" Where2 is the one shared place your group's trip actually comes together. PLAN TOGETHER, IN REAL TIME Invite your whole group and plan the same trip at once. Everyone adds and edits live, with an activity feed of who changed what. Signing in is passwordless, just your email and a six digit code, and your trips sync to every device. EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE, AND WHO BOOKED IT Flights, hotels, rental cars, restaurants, activities. Every reservation and confirmation number in one source of truth, with the source document and who booked it. No more "who has the rental link?" AI THAT DOES THE BUSYWORK Paste any link with a quick note and Where2 summarizes exactly what you need. Upload a photo or PDF of a confirmation and it fills in the reservation for you. Less typing, fewer mistakes. A REAL MAP AND A DAY BY DAY ITINERARY See every stop on an interactive map, color coded by day, with one tap directions. Build a clear day by day, and hour by hour, plan everyone can follow on the ground. Import KML files to compare hotels and spots side by side. BUILT FOR GROUPS Everyone can view and edit together, see who else is active, and follow an activity feed of what changed. Get a heads up before your next event. Your confirmation numbers and addresses stay handy, even with spotty data abroad. PERFECT FOR - Family vacations and multi generational trips - Friend reunions and milestone birthday getaways - Bachelorette and bachelor weekends, and destination weddings - Multi country and longer independent adventures FREE TO START Plan with a generous free tier. Your first trip is free, and everyone you invite can plan it with you. Upgrade to Where2 Pro for unlimited trips and 6x the AI allowance. Stop herding spreadsheets and group chats. Start the trip. Where2. Everyone's trip, in one place. Terms of Use (EULA): https://where2.tlh88app.store/legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://where2.tlh88app.store/legal/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Batch at none against Where2's 3. Where2's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Where2 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Batch asks for nothing beyond the download.
Batch ships an update every 3 weeks, Where2 every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Batch | Where2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (22K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 22K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 170 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Bach LLC | Foundry 88 Labs LLC |
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
Where2
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Batch
No in-app purchases
Where2
- Where2 Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Where2 Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
- Where2 Pro Lifetime$69.99









