RVL vs VanPack
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RVL
Get real-time travel information for buses and trains. Find nearby stops, check prices, and stay updated on disruptions. Personalize your experience with favorites and a custom homepage.
- Real-time traffic information
- Nearby stop finder
- Fare and tariff information
- Disruption alerts and news
- Personalized settings and favorites
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Einfach ans Ziel - Mit der offiziellen RVL App! Mit der offiziellen RVL App erfahren Sie, wie Sie am einfachsten und schnellsten zu ihrem Ziel kommen. - Echtzeitinformationen Durch Echtzeit-Verkehrsinformationen erfahren Sie, ob Bus & Bahn pünktlich ankommen und ob Sie Ihren Anschluss erreichen. - Haltestelleninformationen Mithilfe von GPS-Ortung können Sie einfach Haltestellen in Ihrer Nähe finden. - Preis und Tarifauskunft Erhalten Sie Fahrpreisinformationen zur gewählten Route sowie Informationen zu unseren Tarifen. - Verkehrshinweise und News Bleiben sie auf dem neuesten Stand durch aktuelle Verkehrshinweise zu Störungen und Fahrplanänderungen sowie Neuigkeiten aus dem RVL - Personalisierung Passen Sie die App Ihren Bedürfnissen an, legen Sie Favoriten an und individualisieren Ihre Startseite Nicht zufrieden? Haben Sie Anmerkungen und Verbesserungsvorschläge? Wir freuen uns über Ihre Rückmeldungen: auskunft@rvl-online.de
VanPack
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Van Pack is the ultimate packing checklist for campervan trips . Never forget anything again. With 100+ items organised across 10 categories, Van Pack guides you through everything you need — from essential documents and kitchen gear to safety equipment, clothing, and comfort extras. FEATURES - 100+ checklist items across 10 categories - Mark items as packed with a single tap - Filter by must-haves or remaining items - Live progress tracker shows how packed you are - Overview screen with per-category progress - Must-haves alert so nothing critical gets left behind - Works fully offline — no internet connection needed - Available in English and German - Your progress is saved automatically CATEGORIES Documents & Admin, Sleeping & Bedroom, Kitchen & Cooking, Toiletries & Hygiene, First Aid & Safety, Vehicle & Tools, Outdoor & Campsite, Electronics & Navigation, Clothing, Comfort & Extras Whether you're heading out for a weekend or a month-long road trip across Europe, Van Pack makes sure you leave home fully prepared.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VanPack at every 4 days against RVL's every 9 months. RVL's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RVL ships an update every 9 months, VanPack every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RVL | VanPack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Regio Verkehrsverbund Lorrach GmbH (RVL) | Hermann Kappelhoff |
In-app purchases
RVL
No in-app purchases
VanPack
No in-app purchases
