# BKK Active vs Central X

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Central X at 57% against BKK Active's 0%. Central X also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (48 vs 4). BKK Active's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Central X holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Central X has 48 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of BKK Active's written reviews are positive against 57% of Central X's.

BKK Active ships an update every 3 weeks, Central X every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BKK Active | Central X |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bkk-active/id1642670243/reviews) | **[4.9 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/central-x/id6736965712/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **48** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **56.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 30 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EASTWING DIGITAL COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642480289) | [Central Pattana Public Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1375419017) |

## What reviewers say

### BKK Active

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bkk-active/id1642670243)

Access Bangkok Metropolitan Administration service centers easily and quickly. Book sports facilities, find creative spaces, earn points, and more. This revamped app offers a modern, user-friendly interface for urban residents.

**Highlights:** Book sports facilities, Find creative spaces, Digital membership card, QR code check-in, Service payment, Event notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Central X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/central-x/id6736965712)

Discover nearby shopping centers, events, and deals. This app helps you find stores, pre-register for exclusive events, and stay updated on the latest promotions and news. Navigate to your favorite shops with smart directions.

**Highlights:** Discover nearby locations, Global search for stores and events, Pre-register for events, Stay updated on deals and news, Navigate to favorite shops

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to subscribe and get reward
- 👍 Easy to use and convenient
- 👍 Flexible and convenient
- 👍 Good benefits, easy to use
- 👍 Good service & modern

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 System changes frequently, annoying
- 🐛 Unable to scan receipt after update
- 🐛 Does not pull customer data
- 🐛 App is very slow
- 🐛 App freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to scan receipt after lasted update
- Does not pull customer data
- App is very slow
- App freezes
- Always logs out

**Requested features**

- Add payment with 1 card points
- Bring back the automatic parking ticket stamping function


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BKK Active free?

BKK Active is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Central X free?

Central X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BKK Active or Central X?

Central X is rated higher. BKK Active averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Central X averages 4.9 from 48 ratings.

### Do BKK Active or Central X have ads?

Neither BKK Active nor Central X shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BKK Active or Central X?

BKK Active ships an update every 3 weeks, and Central X every 2 weeks. Most recently, BKK Active was updated on October 3, 2026 and Central X on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*