Comparison

Boxed vs Hoppy

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

Head to head
About

Boxed

Features
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A Smart one stop app for colleagues and visitors. For fast ordering β€’ Check out menus and orders on the go, find your favourites and even make it your own β€’ Cut out the queue with click and collect For Easy Payment β€’ Pay for your food and Drink with your phone For Rewards β€’ Sign up for incentives and promotions from your pocket

About

Hoppy

Discover and explore the best food and drink deals, including happy hour offers, near you. Easily find venues with specific amenities and save your favorite spots for future plans. Upgrade for exclusive discounts and VIP perks.

Highlights
  • Discover happy hour deals
  • Find nearby venues
  • Exclusive discounts
  • Smart search and filters
  • Save favorite spots
  • Plan nights out
Features
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Hoppy – Your Go-To App for the Best Food & Drink Deals! Say goodbye to overpriced nights out and hello to unbeatable happy hour deals with Hoppy! We make it easier than ever to discover, explore, and enjoy the best food and drink offers near you – all at the tap of a button. Why Hoppy? Happy Hours, Simplified – Browse live happy hour deals and find out exactly what’s on offer, when, and where. Discover the Best Venues – From rooftop bars to casual pubs, see what’s happening around you in real time. Exclusive Discounts – Unlock Hoppy Plus for 2-for-1 drinks, discounts, and VIP perks at top venues. Smart Search & Filters – Easily find venues that match your vibe, whether you want live music, outdoor seating, or the best cocktails. Save & Plan Your Night – Bookmark your favourite spots and create lists to plan the perfect night out. How It Works: Browse nearby happy hours and find deals happening right now. Tap to see details – everything from offer timings to amenities. Upgrade to Hoppy Plus for even bigger savings on drinks, food, and exclusive deals. Start saving today – download Hoppy and never overpay for a night out again! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Boxed4 screens
Hoppy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Boxed at none against Hoppy's 5. Boxed also leads on ads (none vs shown). Hoppy's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Hoppy sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Boxed asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boxed ships an update every 4 months, Hoppy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
Boxed versus Hoppy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoxedHoppy
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”87.5% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size132 MB152 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIts LollyHappy Hour Hopper Limited

In-app purchases

None

Boxed

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Hoppy

Subscriptions5
  • 3-day free trial3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 3 Months Free$4.991 Month
  • 1-Year Discount$11.991 Year
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  • 3-day free trial3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • 3 Months Free$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Boxed free?
Boxed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hoppy free?
Hoppy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Boxed or Hoppy have ads?
Hoppy shows ads; Boxed does not.
Which is updated more often, Boxed or Hoppy?
Boxed ships an update every 4 months, and Hoppy every 2 weeks. Most recently, Boxed was updated on October 27, 2026 and Hoppy on October 30, 2026.

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