# Geocaching® vs Cachly

The clearest difference is price: Geocaching® at Free against Cachly's $4.99. Geocaching® also leads on ratings volume (66K vs 3.7K). Cachly's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 70%) and device support (4 vs 2). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Geocaching® is free to download; Cachly costs $4.99 up front. Geocaching® sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Cachly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Geocaching® against 4.8 for Cachly. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Geocaching® has 66K ratings behind it against 3.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Geocaching®'s written reviews are positive against 80% of Cachly's.

Geocaching® ships an update fortnightly, Cachly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geocaching® | Cachly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (66K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geocaching/id329541503/reviews) | [4.8 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cachly-geocaching/id645384141/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **66K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **80.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | #17 |
| Size | 143 MB | 439 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Groundspeak Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/292242506) | [Zed Said Studio LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/392666756) |

## What reviewers say

### Geocaching®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geocaching/id329541503)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Navigation, #51 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Discover millions of hidden containers worldwide with this app. It guides you through finding your first geocache with tips and instructions. Navigate using maps, compass, or driving directions, and connect with a global community of treasure hunters.

**Highlights:** View geocache details, activity, and hints, Navigate via map, compass, or directions, Live Search for nearby geocaches, Find traditional geocaches and events, Message other players, Trackable item management, Log geocaches with photos

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium membership | $6.99 | per month |
| 2 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| 5 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| 2 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| 10 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| 5 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| 10 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium membership | $39.99 | per year |
| 3-month membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1-year membership | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun outdoor activity
- 🌳 Explores new places
- 👍 Great family activity
- 🗺️ Useful navigation features
- 📸 Ability to log finds and photos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive premium subscription
- 🔒 Locking higher difficulty caches behind paywall
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or limited map features
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log trackables from the app
- Inconsistent performance when zooming and panning maps
- Unreliable GPS and compass functionality
- Difficulty canceling premium subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit cache descriptions and add images
- Option to filter by cache placement year
- Trackable journey tracking on the app
- Seamless integration with other navigation apps
- Offline caching data and navigation


### Cachly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cachly-geocaching/id645384141)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This app is an advanced tool for geocaching enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive suite of features for finding, logging, and managing geocaches. It supports offline maps, proximity alerts, and integrates with various navigation apps. Advanced users can track DeLorme grids and counties, manage online drafts, and scan trackable codes.

**Highlights:** Official Geocaching HQ Partner App, CarPlay Integration, DeLorme Grid & County Tracking, Auto Load Map, Online Draft Management, Adventure Labs Support, Proximity Alerts, Offline Vector Maps

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Cachly Pro Offline Maps | $4.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter + Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter + Big Tip | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best geocaching app
- 👍 Excellent features and functionality
- 🗺️ Offline maps and navigation
- 🔄 Constant updates and improvements
- 💬 Responsive and helpful developer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid subscription required for full access
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Offline maps not included by default
- ⏱️ Limited free access (3 caches per day)
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for new users

**Reported bugs**

- Cache details not loading properly
- Sync issues with Geocaching.com account
- Apple Watch app functionality problems

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved trackable management
- Customizable log templates
- Proximity alerts for nearby caches
- Breadcrumb trail for navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geocaching® free?

Geocaching® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cachly free?

Cachly costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Geocaching® or Cachly?

Geocaching® and Cachly are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 66K and 3.7K ratings respectively.

### Do Geocaching® or Cachly have ads?

Neither Geocaching® nor Cachly shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Geocaching® or Cachly?

Geocaching® ships an update fortnightly, and Cachly every 9 days. Most recently, Geocaching® was updated on October 17, 2026 and Cachly on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geocaching® or Cachly?

Geocaching® currently peaks at #12 in the App Store charts, and Cachly at #17. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*