# Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide vs Merrimack Valley

The clearest difference is rating: Merrimack Valley at 5.0 against Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide's 4.2. Merrimack Valley also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 19 months). Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Merrimack Valley asks for nothing beyond the download.

Merrimack Valley holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide ships an update every 19 months, Merrimack Valley every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide | Merrimack Valley |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marthas-vineyard-audio-guide/id1607320132/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merrimack-valley/id6444658113/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 195 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ushma Shah LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463167026) | [Sperling Interactive, INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655883812) |

## What reviewers say

### Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marthas-vineyard-audio-guide/id1607320132)

Explore Martha's Vineyard with a GPS-enabled offline driving tour. Discover its rich history, unique culture, and stunning sights through automatic audio stories as you travel. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, with no time limits or subscriptions.

**Highlights:** GPS-enabled offline driving tours, Automatic audio story playback, Freedom to explore at your own pace, Comprehensive historical and cultural content, No subscription or time limits, Works offline

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Freedom Trail Tour Guide | $6.99 | one-time |
| Salem Witch Trial Tour Guide | $6.99 | one-time |
| Harvard Yard Tour Guide | $6.99 | one-time |
| Harbor Walk Tour Guide | $6.99 | one-time |
| Plymouth Tour Guide | $9.99 | one-time |
| Martha's Vineyard Tour Guide | $14.99 | one-time |
| Cape Cod & Provincetown Guide | $24.99 | one-time |
| Newport Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| Massachusetts Bundle Tour | $49.99 | one-time |
| Action Plus | $79.99 | one-time |


### Merrimack Valley

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merrimack-valley/id6444658113)

Discover a variety of getaways, from cozy and active to fun and educational. This app helps you find the perfect adventure for your next trip.

**Highlights:** Diverse getaway options, Cozy and active experiences, Fun and educational trips, Adventure discovery, Travel planning assistance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide free?

Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Merrimack Valley free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide or Merrimack Valley?

Merrimack Valley is rated higher. Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Merrimack Valley averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide or Merrimack Valley have ads?

Neither Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide nor Merrimack Valley shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide or Merrimack Valley?

Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide ships an update every 19 months, and Merrimack Valley every 4 months. Most recently, Martha's Vineyard Audio Guide was updated on November 3, 2026 and Merrimack Valley on November 3, 2026.

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