Comparison

Booking.com vs Le Collectionist

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

Head to head
About

Booking.com

Find and book accommodations, flights, and car rentals for your next trip. Offers flexible cancellation, 24/7 customer service, and mobile-only discounts. Manage your entire journey in one place.

Highlights
  • Book accommodations, flights, and car rentals
  • Free cancellation on most properties
  • 24/7 customer service
  • Mobile-only discounts
  • Paperless confirmation
  • Manage bookings on the go
Features
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Save on your next trip with the Booking.com app! Find great hotel or apartment deals and book in just a few minutes. You can also book flights, rental cars, and more through the app. - Book your whole trip in one app (accommodations, flights, car rentals, taxis and attractions) - Stay flexible with free cancellation (available at most properties) - 24/7 customer service in more than 40 languages - No booking or credit card fees - Chat directly with your property in the app - Enjoy mobile-only discounts by booking in the app - Use filters to easily find the perfect place out of millions of available accommodations - Get paperless confirmation of your reservation - Manage your bookings on the go, making changes whenever and wherever you want - Discover local attractions and make the most of your trip - Share your experience and get local advice on our Travel Communities forums Access millions of accommodations From cozy country homes to funky city apartments, find the perfect place out of millions of available accommodations. Our app offers hotels, apartments, bed and breakfasts and more. Quickly find the perfect place to stay Filter hotels by price, review score, WiFi quality, and other things important to you. Search cheap hotels by city, attraction, landmark, or hotel name. Special requests? Pet-friendly hotels? We have filters for everything. You can also compare your favorite accommodation options side by side to ensure you get the best price and quality. Deals for any budget Discover daily accommodation deals and save on your next hotel, apartment, or villa booking. Get exclusive mobile-only discounts of 10% or more on select properties when you book in the app. Find your ideal accommodation at an ideal price. Stay flexible with free cancellation Change of plans? Not a problem. You can cancel for free at most hotels, apartments and other properties on Booking.com. And the app makes things even easier — it only takes a few taps to cancel, and you’re free to find a place that better suits your needs. Last-minute travel Heading somewhere in a hurry? With the app, you can quickly book hotels at the last minute (as well as far in advance). Finding a place in short order has never been easier. Our app allows you to search for properties nearby, fill in a few details, and secure your reservation. You can also change, cancel, or make additional reservations on the go. Jet off with the perfect flight Book domestic or international flights on the go with ease. The app allows you to search thousands of airfare deals per day. Plane tickets available for all major airlines and destinations. Hit the road with car rentals Car hire has recently been added to the app. Whether you just need a ride to explore your destination, or you’re going on an epic road trip, the Booking.com app can help. Rent a car from all the major companies and hit the road! Reserve taxis with ease Book in advance for a seamless connection from the airport to your destination. You can also book taxis to and from other pick-up points, such as hotels and local attractions. Find and book a great experience Whether you’re looking for attraction or museum tickets, boat tours and walking tours, you can book experiences online in minutes, with free cancellation on many options. Get and share tips with other travelers Connect with fellow travelers, share your experiences, and get local advice on the best accommodations, attractions, and more. Discover new experiences and plan your trip with our app.

About

Le Collectionist

Discover and book exclusive luxury rentals and unique travel experiences. Access detailed information about your stay, personalized itineraries, and local recommendations. Owners can manage reservations and access exclusive benefits.

Highlights
  • Exclusive collection of luxury residences
  • Advanced search filters for properties
  • Personalized itineraries and concierge details
  • Destination exploration with local recommendations
  • Owner portal for reservation management
  • Access to exclusive owner benefits
Features
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Discover a new way to travel with Le Collectionist. Download the application today and make every stay an unforgettable experience. EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION Explore our selection of extraordinary residences and prestigious villas, carefully selected for their charm, design and exceptional location. Use our advanced search to refine your selection according to your preferences, whether it's stunning sea views, access to ski slopes or a private tennis court. EVERYTHING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Access all the details of your stay, from check-in information to the personalised itinerary created by your concierge. EXPLORE THE DESTINATION Browse the map to discover the recommendations of our concierge team, from festive restaurants to essential services. FOR OWNERS Manage your reservations and track the availability of your property with ease. Access the Club and all your exclusive owner benefits. Need more help? If you have any questions, please contact your Le Collectionist advisor who will be happy to help.

Screenshots

Booking.com4 screens
Le Collectionist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Le Collectionist at 100% against Booking.com's 60%. Le Collectionist also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Booking.com's advantage is ratings volume (2.2M vs 8) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Booking.com holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Booking.com has 2.2M ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Booking.com's written reviews are positive against 100% of Le Collectionist's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Booking.com ships an update every 3 days, Le Collectionist every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Booking.com versus Le Collectionist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBooking.comLe Collectionist
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.2M ratings) — better4.5 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews59.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.2M — better8
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#7 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size465 MB146 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBooking.comLe Collectionist

Customer experience

Booking.com

All ratings2,164,158 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews9,292 reviews
Positive59.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative37.4%

Le Collectionist

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Booking.com

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Reservation cancellation and refund issues
  • Inaccurate room and amenity descriptions

Requested features

3 requests
  • Complimentary water and coffee in rooms
  • Improved soundproofing in rooms
  • More transparent pricing and fees

Le Collectionist

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Booking.com

No in-app purchases

None

Le Collectionist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Booking.com free?
Booking.com is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Le Collectionist free?
Le Collectionist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Booking.com or Le Collectionist?
Booking.com is rated higher. Booking.com averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2M ratings, while Le Collectionist averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do Booking.com or Le Collectionist have ads?
Neither Booking.com nor Le Collectionist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Booking.com or Le Collectionist?
Booking.com ships an update every 3 days, and Le Collectionist every 10 days. Most recently, Booking.com was updated on September 24, 2026 and Le Collectionist on September 21, 2026.

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