Comparison

Estrada Real vs BoRa Rio

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

Head to head
About

Estrada Real

Explore Brazil's largest tourist route, spanning over 1,630 km through Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Discover historical sites, natural attractions, accommodations, and restaurants. Plan your journey with interactive maps and virtual passport features.

Highlights
  • Interactive map with georeferencing
  • Information on historical and natural attractions
  • Lodging and restaurant listings
  • Event calendar
  • Virtual passport with check-ins
  • Planned routes and GPS access
Features
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The Estrada Real App is a complete and indispensable guide for those who are going to visit the largest tourist route in Brazil, in its more than 1,630 kilometers of extension, passing through Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. In it, the tourist finds historical and natural attractions, lodgings and restaurants of the cities that integrate the tourist destination. You can get to know the places you are going to visit and plan your trip safely and then experience the beauties and flavors of the Estrada Real. In the Estrada Real app you will have access to: - Georeferencing of the exclusive map of Estrada Real; - Information from the municipalities; - Calendar of events and parties on Estrada Real - Service chain information (Where to stay, where to eat, where to go); - Estrada Real virtual passport (Check in at specific points - Gamification); - Access to landmark mapping (Planned Routes, Altimetry, GPS); - Access to the Estrada Real Gastronomic Route; - Space for disclosure of partners; - Platform of relationship with the tourist vs community vs partners. The Estrada Real is formed by four paths. Officially opened by the Portuguese Crown, these paths connect the old regions of mines and precious stones, in the interior of the state of Minas Gerais, to the coast of Rio de Janeiro, also passing through São Paulo. * Old Way: From the sea to the mines, it totals 630 kilometers. Leaving Paraty, on the coast of Rio de Janeiro, it passes through the Serra da Mantiqueira, the Water Circuit, through old villages transformed into medium-sized cities with great tourist potential. The final stop is Ouro Preto, central point of Estrada Real. * New Path: The 515 kilometers of the New Path are the youngest on the Estrada Real. Its creation took place in 1698, but it was between 1722 and 1725 that the route was finally defined. From Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro, it connects Minas Gerais to the sea in the capital of Rio de Janeiro. Today, full of tourist attractions, it keeps dozens of traces from the mining era, a true invitation for the traveler. * Path of Diamonds: The Path of Diamonds is about 350 kilometers long and connects Diamantina to Ouro Preto. It became of great importance from 1729, when the precious stones of Diamantina gained prominence in the Brazilian and Portuguese economies. * Sabarabuçu Path: The Sabarabuçu Path was created as an alternative route between the Diamond Path and the city of Ouro Preto. Its 160 kilometers connect the districts of Cocais (Barão de Cocais) and Glaura (Ouro Preto). The short distance is enough to host places with a lot of history to tell. Download the app and discover the wonders of Estrada Real!

About

BoRa Rio

This app offers an interactive virtual guide to Parque Lage in Rio de Janeiro. It provides geolocated maps, educational content on biodiversity and history, and suggested routes. Features also include photo tips and accessibility options like sign language videos.

Highlights
  • Geolocated park maps
  • Educational content on history and biodiversity
  • Suggested routes and trails
  • Photography tips for best spots
  • Accessibility features (Libras, audio descriptions)
  • Information on the School of Visual Arts
Features
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Explore the iconic Parque Lage in a whole new and interactive way with the BoRa Parque Lage app! Enjoy a comprehensive virtual guide that will transform your visit into a unique and educational experience. With BoRa Parque Lage, you will have access to: Geolocated Maps: Easily navigate through the park with detailed maps. Educational Content: Learn about the rich local biodiversity, the fascinating history of the park, and its incredible buildings. Routes and Trails: Discover the Parque Lage Trail to Corcovado and other must-see paths. Photo Tips: Find the best spots to take unforgettable photos. Accessibility and Inclusion: Videos in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras), audio descriptions, and an accessible interface for everyone. Art: Get to know the renowned School of Visual Arts at Parque Lage. Download BoRa Parque Lage now and turn your visit to Rio de Janeiro into an unforgettable journey with nature, history, and art. Available in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

Screenshots

Estrada Real4 screens
BoRa Rio4 screens

Verdict

The call

Estrada Real and BoRa Rio are too close to call on the numbers: across 7 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Estrada Real ships an update every 3 weeks, BoRa Rio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Estrada Real versus BoRa Rio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEstrada RealBoRa Rio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB67 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperT & TH LABS LTDAFubá Educação Ambiental

Customer experience

Estrada Real

Written reviews24 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

BoRa Rio

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Estrada Real

No in-app purchases

None

BoRa Rio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Estrada Real free?
Estrada Real is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoRa Rio free?
BoRa Rio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Estrada Real or BoRa Rio have ads?
Neither Estrada Real nor BoRa Rio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Estrada Real or BoRa Rio?
Estrada Real ships an update every 3 weeks, and BoRa Rio every 2 weeks. Most recently, Estrada Real was updated on October 24, 2026 and BoRa Rio on October 11, 2026.

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