# Pie VAT vs Rapym

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pie VAT at none against Rapym's 5. Pie VAT also leads on ratings volume (9K vs 1) and chart position (#167 vs unranked). Rapym's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 65%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rapym sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Pie VAT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rapym holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pie VAT has 9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Pie VAT's written reviews are positive against 100% of Rapym's.

Pie VAT ships an update every 6 days, Rapym weekly. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pie VAT | Rapym |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pie-vat/id1438421140/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rapym/id6778665248/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 118 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PieSystems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438421139) | [Rapym, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6776962961) |

## What reviewers say

### Pie VAT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pie-vat/id1438421140)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

This app simplifies claiming VAT refunds for travelers. It eliminates paperwork and long waits, allowing users to easily shop tax-free and track their refund status. Enjoy faster and larger refunds with multiple payout options.

**Highlights:** Digital VAT refund claims, Find partner stores, Track refund status, Multiple payout methods, In-app live help, Secure account protection

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy and efficient process
- 👍 User-friendly app
- 💰 Quick refund processing
- 🙌 Excellent customer service
- 🏆 Best VAT refund system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High service fees
- 🤔 Unclear fee disclosure
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Security and privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when loading documents
- Issues with photo uploads and login

**Requested features**

- More transparent fee structure
- Compatibility with more countries and merchants


### Rapym

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rapym/id6778665248)

This app simplifies dining in Japan by making phone calls to restaurants on your behalf. It checks availability, wait times, and business hours, and can also book reservations, all without you needing to speak Japanese.

**Highlights:** Restaurant phone calls in Japanese, Check walk-in availability, Inquire about wait times, Verify business hours, Book table reservations, Modify/cancel reservations

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reservation Pass ×1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Saver 1-Day Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| Smart 3-Day Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium 7-Day Pass | $16.99 | one-time |
| Premium 14-Day Pass | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pie VAT free?

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

### Is Rapym free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pie VAT or Rapym?

Rapym is rated higher. Pie VAT averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while Rapym averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pie VAT or Rapym have ads?

Neither Pie VAT nor Rapym shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pie VAT or Rapym?

Pie VAT ships an update every 6 days, and Rapym weekly. Most recently, Pie VAT was updated on November 10, 2026 and Rapym on November 10, 2026.

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