# The MICHELIN Guide vs Dangol

The MICHELIN Guide and Dangol both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Dangol's written reviews are positive against 41% of The MICHELIN Guide's. Dangol also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). The MICHELIN Guide's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7.6K vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for The MICHELIN Guide against 5.0 for Dangol. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The MICHELIN Guide has 7.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of The MICHELIN Guide's written reviews are positive against 100% of Dangol's.

The MICHELIN Guide ships an update every 9 days, Dangol fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The MICHELIN Guide | Dangol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-michelin-guide/id1541129177/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dangol/id6752506557/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.6K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 40.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#170** | — |
| Size | 171 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tablet Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105936327) | [Dangol LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839538470) |

## What reviewers say

### The MICHELIN Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-michelin-guide/id1541129177)

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Free · Food & Drink (US App Store)

Discover and book top-rated restaurants and hotels worldwide. Plan your next trip with curated selections, create personalized lists, and access exclusive perks. Expert travel assistance is also available.

**Highlights:** Global restaurant and hotel listings, Instant booking for hotels, Create and share favorite place lists, Exclusive hotel upgrades and amenities (Plus membership), Expert travel specialist assistance

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Curated and reliable restaurant recommendations
- 🌍 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🔍 Useful for discovering new dining experiences
- 🌟 Michelin brand reputation and credibility

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🗺️ Inconsistent map functionality
- 🔒 Forced registration to access content
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 📱 Suboptimal user experience on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Location services not working as expected
- Search functionality not returning relevant results
- Inability to save or access user-created lists

**Requested features**

- Ability to search by cuisine, price range, and other filters
- Map view with location-based recommendations
- User-generated reviews and photos
- Offline mode for accessing content without internet
- Landscape mode support for tablets


### Dangol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dangol/id6752506557)

This app helps you earn rewards and exclusive perks at your favorite local coffee shops and eateries. Replace paper punch cards with a digital system to collect stamps with every purchase and redeem them for free items. Stay informed about new menu items, special offers, and local events.

**Highlights:** Earn digital stamps with purchases, Redeem stamps for free food and drinks, Receive exclusive insider perks and offers, Get notified about new menu items, Stay updated on local events and special hours

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The MICHELIN Guide free?

The MICHELIN Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dangol free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The MICHELIN Guide or Dangol?

Dangol is rated higher. The MICHELIN Guide averages 4.9 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Dangol averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do The MICHELIN Guide or Dangol have ads?

Dangol shows ads; The MICHELIN Guide does not.

### Which is updated more often, The MICHELIN Guide or Dangol?

The MICHELIN Guide ships an update every 9 days, and Dangol fortnightly. Most recently, The MICHELIN Guide was updated on October 31, 2026 and Dangol on October 20, 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.*