# iOverlander vs The Rest Stop

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Rest Stop at 100% against iOverlander's 19%. The Rest Stop also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). iOverlander's advantage is ratings volume (7.7K vs 35) and chart position (#22 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iOverlander sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and The Rest Stop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Rest Stop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iOverlander has 7.7K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of iOverlander's written reviews are positive against 100% of The Rest Stop's.

iOverlander ships an update fortnightly, The Rest Stop weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iOverlander | The Rest Stop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (7.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ioverlander/id1486556203/reviews) | **[5.0 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-rest-stop/id6778002642/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.7K** | 35 |
| Positive reviews | 18.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 119 MB | 270 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iOverlander, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/894352692) | [RYAN PATRICK FLANNERY](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778002644) |

## What reviewers say

### iOverlander

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ioverlander/id1486556203)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

This mapping app helps travelers discover camping and accommodation worldwide, even in remote areas. It offers offline map downloads and a comprehensive database of traveler-verified places, including mechanics, restaurants, and attractions. Users can also add new places and save favorites.

**Highlights:** Offline map downloads, Traveler-verified places, Comprehensive service listings, Add and review places, Save favorite locations, Satellite map access (Pro/Unlimited)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| iOverlander Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| iOverlander Unlimited | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved app with new features
- 👍 Favorites and check-in functionality
- 🗺️ Offline map downloads
- 💡 Community-driven database

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Restricted access without subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes from original app
- 📥 Forced downloads of map data

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save edits and uploads
- Syncing issues with website data
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Ads that block functionality

**Requested features**

- Allow access to more than one state/region at a time
- Integrate with more map providers (Google, Gaia, etc.)
- Optimize app for iPad usage
- Provide a more affordable subscription option


### The Rest Stop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-rest-stop/id6778002642)

Rate rest stops and service areas to help other travelers find clean facilities. Plan your route, discover the best bathrooms, and access EV charging stations. Enjoy built-in mini-games while parked.

**Highlights:** Rate rest stop bathrooms, Route planning with rest stop locations, EV charging station finder, Built-in mini-games with controller support, CarPlay and Home Screen widget integration, Follow friends and share ratings, Customizable app themes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Rest Stop Rater Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| The Rest Stop Rater Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iOverlander free?

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

### Is The Rest Stop free?

The Rest Stop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iOverlander or The Rest Stop?

The Rest Stop is rated higher. iOverlander averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7.7K ratings, while The Rest Stop averages 5.0 from 35 ratings.

### Do iOverlander or The Rest Stop have ads?

iOverlander shows ads; The Rest Stop does not.

### Which is updated more often, iOverlander or The Rest Stop?

iOverlander ships an update fortnightly, and The Rest Stop weekly. Most recently, iOverlander was updated on November 1, 2026 and The Rest Stop on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*