Comparison

WineDex vs MAPZ

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

Head to head
About

WineDex

Features
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In a global context of increasing prices of fine wines and intensifying trading, there has never been more need to improve the security and traceability of these transactions and to guarantee the authenticity of these wines. Supported by iDealwine, Europe’s leading online wine auctioneer and key playing in wine e-commerce, WINEDEX was developed in partnership with VISEO, leading technology consultants. Dedicated to trading on the secondary market, particularly wines sold at auction and destined to wine enthusiasts, it will, in the future, be extended for use by producers and other professionals in the wine value chain, such as négociants and warehouse keepers. THE TECHNICAL SOLUTION Throughout their lifespan, bottles of wine have a unique story to tell. Our ambition is to trace the life of a bottle of wine from its conception to its consumption, thanks to Blockchain technology. This is why iDealwine and Viseo have created WineDex: a blockchain built with the Ethereum network. This innovation is based on Solidity smart contracts that allow to edit forgery-proof authenticity certificates. These contracts are supported by tokens (digital assets), guaranteeing unique identification and allowing to link the physical bottle to its digital information. The Blockchain/RFID application allows you to obtain certified information and a certificate of authenticity if you own the bottle. SECURE The Blockchain/RFID application allows you to obtain certified information and a certificate of authenticity if you own the bottle. Secure An RFID chip is attached to the bottle’s capsule. These chips are destroyed if they are removed. Scanning the chip will show you the digital identity of a bottle at probative value. All the information regarding the bottle is stored in the WineDex blockchain and is forgery-proof: no one can modify the information. UPGRADABLE The smart contracts can evolve and be endowed with new criteria for authentication, such as GS1 CodeOnLine standards, further elements on past exchanges of the bottle or storage conditions. ROBUST The bottles are equipped with latest-generation RFID chips. They are secure and resist high levels of humidity. They have a lifespan of over 30 years and don’t alter the bottle if you decide to remove it. INTEROPERABLE Blockchain/RFID technology is aiming to bring technological innovation to the world of wine. This technology will benefit all actors in the wine value chain, whether that is on the secondary market with négociant houses, warehouses, private individuals and auction houses or the primary market, with winemakers, large houses and wine shops. HOW IT WORKS Bottles are equipped with an inviolable RFID chip which allows to permanently guarantee the link between the bottle of wine and the information contained in the blockchain. SCAN THE WINEDEX CHIP More than 90 fields regarding information on the wine (vintage, name...), the authenticated bottles (level, label, bottle...), the provenance (excluding personal information about the seller) are stored in the BlockChain. THE BUYER ACCESSES INFORMATION REGARDING THE LOT The buyer has access to all the information regarding the lot and its certificate with name/last name and price. A third party (insurer, friend…) has access to all the information except price and the buyer’s name. High definition photos and other indicative factors stored solely on the blockchain allow to guarantee the authenticity of the bottle. TRANSMISSION (COMING SOON) When the bottle is sold or given, the application allows the user to follow the exchange, with the former and new owners connecting on the app, accepting the exchange – validated on iDealwine – supported by photographic proof of the bottle. Depending on changes in the condition of the bottle, a new authentication process can be necessary.

About

MAPZ

Discover and support local businesses with exclusive discounts and offers. Track your savings, explore new places to shop and eat, and connect with your community's small businesses.

Highlights
  • Exclusive member discounts
  • Discover local businesses
  • Track savings
  • View business information
  • Support local businesses
  • Explore new places
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MAPZ Local Deals helps you discover and support local businesses while saving money at the same time. With MAPZ, members can browse participating businesses, access exclusive discounts, redeem offers, track their savings, and explore new places to shop, eat, and experience. Whether you're looking for restaurants, retail stores, beauty services, entertainment, professional services, or local attractions, MAPZ connects you with businesses in your community. Features include: • Access exclusive member discounts • Discover local businesses and special offers • Track your savings over time • View business information, photos, and reviews • Save money while supporting local businesses • Explore new places in your area and while traveling Business owners can join MAPZ to showcase their business, reach new customers, promote special offers, and connect with local shoppers looking to support small businesses. Our mission is simple: Put Moms and Popz on the map while helping communities shop local and save more. Download MAPZ Local Deals and start exploring, saving, and supporting local businesses today.

Screenshots

WineDex4 screens
MAPZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MAPZ at monthly against WineDex's every 23 months. WineDex's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WineDex ships an update every 23 months, MAPZ monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
WineDex versus MAPZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWineDexMAPZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPrimisMAPZ LLC

In-app purchases

None

WineDex

No in-app purchases

None

MAPZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WineDex free?
WineDex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MAPZ free?
MAPZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WineDex or MAPZ have ads?
Neither WineDex nor MAPZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WineDex or MAPZ?
WineDex ships an update every 23 months, and MAPZ monthly. Most recently, WineDex was updated on September 12, 2026 and MAPZ on September 14, 2026.

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