Comparison

Gopher Request vs The Plug Delivery

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Gopher Request

This app connects users with local individuals for a wide range of services and tasks. Simply describe your needs, set your price, and local "Gophers" will accept and complete the job. It's a direct way to hire help for errands, deliveries, repairs, and more from your community.

Highlights
  • Request diverse services
  • Set your own price
  • Connect with local helpers
  • Direct communication with workers
  • Rate and favorite providers
  • Same-hour service options
Features
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Gopher is your community marketplace for getting things done. One app, any service. Deliveries, errands, rides, moving help, lawn care, junk removal, minor home repairs, and just about anything else on your list. There’s always someone who can help you right around the corner—and we make hiring them easy. Simply describe the errand or task you need in your own words, set the price you think is fair (or ask for bids), and say when and where you need it done. We’ll immediately post your request to every capable worker in your area. HOW IT WORKS • Pick a category and tell us what you need—photos welcome • Set your price, or ask for offers and choose one • A nearby Gopher accepts—follow the job live on the map • Confirm the finished work, then rate your Gopher • Add the good ones to MY Gophers—they get first shot at your next request WHY GOPHER • You set the price—no platform markups or inflated item pricing • Real people nearby, often available within the hour • Know who is coming—vetted and rated, with reviews up front • Any task, big or small—one time or every week • Your money goes to the person doing the work, not to corporate fees With Gopher, you’re not ordering a service—you’re hiring help directly from your community. If it’s on your list, it’s in our scope. Gopher it! **Age-restricted deliveries require valid ID and compliance with all applicable laws.

About

The Plug Delivery

This app consolidates various delivery services, offering everything from fast food and groceries to alcohol and cannabis where legal. It aims to provide a convenient, all-in-one solution for everyday cravings and essential needs.

Highlights
  • Fast food delivery
  • Grocery delivery
  • Alcohol delivery
  • Cannabis delivery (where legal)
  • Wide restaurant selection
  • Convenient ordering
Features
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Introducing The Plug – Your All-In-One Delivery App! Discover a world of convenience at your fingertips. The Plug brings together everything you need in one app—whether you’re craving a quick bite or planning a gourmet meal at home. What’s on Offer? Fast Food Favorites Enjoy iconic bites from McDonald’s, Chipotle, Starbucks, and more! Diverse Restaurant Selections Explore your favorite local spots, national chains, and a variety of culinary delights delivered right to your door. Top-Tier Groceries Fresh essentials from a selection of leading grocery stores—making your weekly shop effortless. Alcohol Delivered From celebratory wines to everyday beers, enjoy smooth, hassle-free alcohol delivery. Cannabis Convenience In regions where it’s legal, get premium cannabis products delivered with care. Why You'll Love The Plug: More Choices: Whether it’s a meal, a snack, or a special ingredient, our expansive network has you covered. Faster Deliveries: Experience prompt, reliable service that fits your busy lifestyle. Ultimate Convenience: All your favorite foods and essentials delivered from Miami and Broward counties—right to your doorstep. Join the community of savvy customers who trust The Plug for their everyday cravings and special moments. Download now and transform the way you experience delivery! To help us better your experience please contact us at The Plugtech@gamil.com Or in the app! Download The Plug now!

Screenshots

Gopher Request4 screens
The Plug Delivery4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Gopher Request at 4.3 against The Plug Delivery's 3.4. Gopher Request also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 27 months) and review sentiment (80% vs 56%). The Plug Delivery's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gopher Request holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gopher Request has 127 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Gopher Request's written reviews are positive against 56% of The Plug Delivery's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gopher Request ships an update every 11 days, The Plug Delivery every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Gopher Request versus The Plug Delivery: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGopher RequestThe Plug Delivery
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (127 ratings) — better3.4 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews — better55.6% of reviews
Number of ratings127 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 27 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB11 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGopher, Inc.D Plug Software Inc

Customer experience

Gopher Request

All ratings127 ratings
Positive82.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.3%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.4%

The Plug Delivery

All ratings19 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral15.8%
Negative31.6%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral22.2%
Negative22.2%

Bugs and requests

Gopher Request

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Software is glitchy and buggy
  • Unable to type in card numbers
  • Requests disappear after closing the app
  • System returns error messages during sign-up
  • Username/email taken but no password reset link
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  • Time out errors when writing reviews
  • Blank pages after login

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improve app stability and reduce glitches
  • Increase the number of active couriers
  • Faster support response times
  • More reliable transaction processing
  • Better user interface for inputting information

The Plug Delivery

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Gopher Request

No in-app purchases

None

The Plug Delivery

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gopher Request free?
Gopher Request is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Plug Delivery free?
The Plug Delivery is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Gopher Request or The Plug Delivery?
Gopher Request is rated higher. Gopher Request averages 4.3 out of 5 from 127 ratings, while The Plug Delivery averages 3.4 from 19 ratings.
Do Gopher Request or The Plug Delivery have ads?
Neither Gopher Request nor The Plug Delivery shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gopher Request or The Plug Delivery?
Gopher Request ships an update every 11 days, and The Plug Delivery every 27 months. Most recently, Gopher Request was updated on October 8, 2026 and The Plug Delivery on September 10, 2026.

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