Comparison

Trekrecord vs CircleUp

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

Head to head
About

Trekrecord

Features
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Every person has a trekrecord. It is the number of countries you have been to. Find your trekrecord, compare it with others, upload trekphotos and keep your treknotes from the places you visit. Share your travel experiences with friends and other trekkers or use trekrecord as your personal travel record diary. Find out where your friends are travelling, see which restaurants, hotels, bars, and other places they liked and plan your next trek based on experiences of people you trust! Make your wish list of countries you would like to visit, see who else has the same and fulfill your wishes together. The concept of trekrecord was created by Miltos Kambourides (www.miltos.com) an avid traveler and entrepreneur.

About

CircleUp

Discover real-time local events and spontaneous meetups. This app connects you with people and trending activities happening nearby, encouraging real-world engagement. Stay social and active by exploring what's happening now.

Highlights
  • Discover real-time local events
  • Connect with people in real life
  • Find spontaneous meetups
  • Stay updated on trending activities
  • Explore local gatherings
Features
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Discover what’s happening around you in real time! CircleUp blends social networking with real-world activities, helping you connect with people, find local events, and engage in spontaneous meetups. Whether it's nightlife, pop-up gatherings, or trending experiences, CircleUp keeps you in the loop. Stay social, stay active—see what’s happening now! Explore Local Events – Find out what’s live and happening near you. Connect in Real Life – Meet new people and join real-world experiences. Stay Updated – Get instant alerts on trending activities and gatherings. Join the movement. Don’t just scroll—CircleUp!

Screenshots

Trekrecord4 screens
CircleUp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CircleUp at weekly against Trekrecord's every 3 weeks. CircleUp also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

Trekrecord ships an update every 3 weeks, CircleUp weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Trekrecord versus CircleUp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrekrecordCircleUp
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (10 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB42 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTREKRECORD LTDKylique Hairston

In-app purchases

None

Trekrecord

No in-app purchases

None

CircleUp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Trekrecord free?
Trekrecord is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CircleUp free?
CircleUp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Trekrecord or CircleUp have ads?
Neither Trekrecord nor CircleUp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Trekrecord or CircleUp?
Trekrecord ships an update every 3 weeks, and CircleUp weekly. Most recently, Trekrecord was updated on October 27, 2026 and CircleUp on October 24, 2026.

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