Bensin vs Guide to Iceland
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bensin
Find and compare petroleum prices across Iceland with real-time updates. View stations on a map, get driving directions, and filter by price, distance, and fuel type. Personalize your experience with favorite stations and custom discounts.
- Track petroleum prices in Iceland
- Map view of gas stations
- Automatic price updates
- Driving directions
- Filter by price, distance, company, fuel
- Favorite station selection
- Customizable discounts
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Track petroleum prices across Iceland and select them on a map. See prices listed and distances to the gas stations with automatic updates at location change of 500 m or 8 minutes intervals, when the app is being used. See stations on the map with prices. Select your favourite station to always display at the top. Get driving directions and set filters on price, distance, company, petroleum or diesel etc. Add discounts for each company and turn on/off showing of companies. The discounts are applied to all stations for each company unless they are exempt. Select light or dark mode or adapt to system settings. This app is entirely made with the new SwiftUI and Combine frameworks.
Guide to Iceland
Discover tours, accommodations, and self-drive adventures in Iceland. Book activities and stays with flexible options like free cancellations and instant bookings. Get 24/7 customer support for a stress-free trip.
- Wide range of Iceland travel options
- Guaranteed lowest prices
- Free cancellations
- Instant bookings
- 24/7 customer service
- Expert recommendations
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Your Iceland Adventure Starts Here Step into a world of wonder with Guide to Iceland, your all-in-one travel companion. Discover everything Iceland has to offer—from breathtaking tours to handpicked accommodations, all at the best prices guaranteed. A Marketplace Like No Other From glacier hikes and Northern Lights tours to pre-planned self-drive adventures and vacation packages, as Iceland’s biggest travel marketplace you’ll be sure to find everything you are looking for. Browse thousands of activities, rentals, and stays designed to make your journey unforgettable. Book Smarter, Explore Better Enjoy peace of mind with free cancellations, instant bookings, and expert recommendations designed to make your journey stress-free. Whether you’re renting a car, booking activities, or securing a place to stay, everything you need is just a few taps away. Trusted by Travelers, Backed by 24/7 Support As Iceland’s largest travel marketplace, we’re trusted by millions of travelers worldwide and loved by locals. Our 24/7 customer service ensures you’re never alone—no matter where your adventures take you. Why Download Guide to Iceland? - Biggest selection – Access Iceland’s widest range of travel options. - Lowest prices – Save more with guaranteed best prices. - Free cancellations – Book with confidence and flexibility. - 24/7 customer service – Get help whenever you need it. Let’s Start Your Journey Download Guide to Iceland today and make your dream adventure a reality. Your perfect Iceland trip is just a tap away! Find us online: - Website: www.guidetoiceland.is - Facebook: Guide to Iceland - Instagram: @guidetoiceland We’re here to help! Have feedback or questions? Reach out to info@guidetoiceland.is.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bensin at 100% against Guide to Iceland's 0%. Bensin also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.6). Guide to Iceland's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Bensin holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Bensin's written reviews are positive against 0% of Guide to Iceland's.
Bensin ships an update every 3 months, Guide to Iceland every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bensin | Guide to Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better | 2.6 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hannes Sverrisson | Travelshift ehf |
Customer experience
Bensin
Guide to Iceland
In-app purchases
Bensin
No in-app purchases
Guide to Iceland
No in-app purchases
