CaskFinder vs ShinyRide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CaskFinder
Discover pubs serving quality cask ale across the UK. Find nearby establishments, view available cask ales, and access detailed tasting notes for thousands of beers. Participate in ale trails and win prizes.
- Pub finder with location services
- View cask ales and other beers available
- Pump scanner for instant tasting notes
- Access to over 10,000 beer tasting notes
- Participate in UK-wide ale trails
- Win prizes by scanning QR codes
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CaskFinder is the app from beer industry experts Cask Marque and is designed to help you find and enjoy cask ales all over the UK. Use the pub finder’s location finder to locate nearby pubs serving great quality cask ale. See what cask ales they had on sale when Cask Marque’s team of 50 professional beer inspectors last visited. If the licensee has access to our system they may also have listed what other beers they sell, including stout, craft beers and lager. New beers are constantly being added by brewers in both the UK and overseas. Choose from over 1300 brewers and see all their beers in one place. When you are in the pub, if you don’t recognise a beer then use our pump scanner to take a picture of the pump and within a few seconds receive back tasting notes telling you what to expect in terms of colour, smell, taste and more. On the beers page you can see over 10,000 different beers with tasting notes stored on the Inapub database, which along with Cask Marque, powers the data behind the app. Click on the beers and find tasting notes from Cyclopsbeer.co.uk as well as lots more information including calories, beer & food match and interesting facts. If you haven’t already done so, join the World’s Biggest Ale Trail and discover new pubs all over the UK. You have about 10,000 to choose from and they have all won the Cask Marque Award for the quality of their cask beer. Scan the QR code on the pub’s Cask Marque certificate and win prizes as you go. On top of this the app now offers ale trails from our corporate customers and Visit England. Complete smaller ale trails and win prizes from our partners, as well as see beautiful parts of the country. CaskFinder is not just another list of pubs – it is an indispensable tool for every beer lover! Please note that many pubs regularly rotate their beers and once they are sold out, change them for another. Cask Ale, by its nature does not have a long shelf life, and should be sold within 3 days of putting on sale. Accordingly, some pubs may not have the same beers in stock today than when they were last visited by a Cask Marque assessor, so if you are travelling a long way to sample a particular beer, phone ahead to check before you set out to avoid a wasted trip – you can access the pub’s phone number from CaskFinder automatically from the pub details page. We hope you enjoy the app and give us a good rating. If you don’t like something on it or have great suggestions for improvement then please email us at appsupport@cask-marque.co.uk What’s New - Redesigned user interface - Quick access to main features - Improved pump clip scanner accuracy - Ale trails from our corporate partners - Tasting notes for all beer styles, not just cask - Ratings & favourites stored in the cloud, not in-phone - Change password feature - Regular beer news
ShinyRide
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Introducing ShinyRide, the ultimate solution for mobile steam car wash in the UK. With ShinyRide, you can now keep your car spotless and shining without the hassle of driving to a car wash or wasting gallons of water. Our eco-friendly steam wash service is designed to provide top-notch cleaning while minimizing environmental impact. ShinyRide offers unparalleled convenience. Simply download the app, select your desired service, and choose a convenient time and location. Our team of trained professionals will come to your doorstep equipped with state-of-the-art steam cleaning equipment, ready to transform your car into a showroom-worthy beauty. We take pride in our commitment to the environment. Unlike traditional car wash methods that consume excessive amounts of water and use harsh chemicals, our steam wash utilizes the power of high-pressure steam to remove dirt, grime, and stubborn stains. Not only does this result in a pristine finish, but it also helps conserve water and protects the planet. With ShinyRide, you can expect a comprehensive car cleaning experience. Our dedicated team pays attention to every detail, ensuring that your vehicle is thoroughly cleaned, both inside and out. From the exterior paintwork to the interior upholstery, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to deliver exceptional results. Safety is our top priority. Rest assured that all our staff members undergo rigorous background checks and adhere to strict safety protocols. We value your trust and strive to provide a secure and reliable service at all times. Booking a ShinyRide service is quick and effortless. Our user-friendly app allows you to schedule appointments, track your service provider's arrival, and make secure payments, all in one place. We aim to provide a seamless and hassle-free experience from start to finish. Experience the convenience, quality, and eco-friendliness of ShinyRide today. Download the app and join the growing community of satisfied customers who trust us with their car care needs. With ShinyRide, your car will always look its best, while you enjoy the ease and convenience of our mobile steam car wash service.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ShinyRide at every 4 days against CaskFinder's every 2 months. ShinyRide also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CaskFinder ships an update every 2 months, ShinyRide every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CaskFinder | ShinyRide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (41 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 59.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 41 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 162 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Cask Marque | OctopusPro |
Bugs and requests
CaskFinder
Reported bugs
12 issues- Unable to login
- New password not sent
- Constantly crashes after iOS update
- Cannot create an account
- App refuses to allow registration
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- Password reset facility does not work
- Favourites do not load
- Lost all previous ale trail pubs
- Does not show pubs visited
- Cannot log in after improvement
- QR codes not recognized
- Intermittent crashes
Requested features
11 requests- Integrate reporting missing beers
- Allow password manager/autofill
- Explain why personal info is needed
- Allow viewing scanned pubs and dates
- Improve QR code scanning reliability
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- Allow scanning and submitting later via Wi-Fi
- Add competition with friends on Ale Trail
- Update beer clip identifier database
- Allow changing account email address
- Make app simpler and more intuitive
- Bring back old app features
ShinyRide
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CaskFinder
No in-app purchases
ShinyRide
No in-app purchases









