# Rest Stops Plus vs iExit Interstate Exit Guide

The clearest difference is rating: iExit Interstate Exit Guide at 4.8 against Rest Stops Plus's 4.3. iExit Interstate Exit Guide also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (37K vs 130). Rest Stops Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iExit Interstate Exit Guide sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rest Stops Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

iExit Interstate Exit Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iExit Interstate Exit Guide has 37K ratings behind it against 130, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Rest Stops Plus's written reviews are positive against 77% of iExit Interstate Exit Guide's.

Rest Stops Plus ships an update every 6 months, iExit Interstate Exit Guide every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rest Stops Plus | iExit Interstate Exit Guide |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (130 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-stops-plus/id377295652/reviews) | **[4.8 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iexit-interstate-exit-guide/id401746066/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 130 | **37K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews | **77.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 12 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Allstays LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/349052634) | [Metrocket, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/315566212) |

## What reviewers say

### Rest Stops Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-stops-plus/id377295652)

Find the nearest rest stops, turnouts, and service plazas with detailed amenity information. Filter by direction and specific features like Wi-Fi or RV dumps. Data is stored offline for fast access, even in rural areas.

**Highlights:** Rest area locator, Amenity details (restrooms, Wi-Fi, RV dump), Directional filtering, Offline data storage, User-submitted corrections, Map integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Handy for planning stops
- 👍 Useful for RV/boondockers
- 👍 Detailed information provided
- 👍 Good for long road trips
- 👍 Helps avoid indoor restrooms (COVID era)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated information (closed/demolished stops)
- 🐛 Inaccurate data (doesn't exist or closed)
- 🐛 Limited to major highways/interstates
- 🐛 Missing many rest areas (especially in Canada)
- 🐛 Not user-friendly on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Rest stops are closed or demolished but still listed
- App does not keep current
- Some tried stops did not exist or were closed
- Filters for compass direction disable all points of interest
- Location function is inaccurate (shows wrong country)

**Requested features**

- Update rest stop status (open/closed)
- Include rest areas on 2-lane state highways
- Include rest areas on US routes
- Allow typing in RT # (e.g., 75N)
- Show northbound/southbound in short view


### iExit Interstate Exit Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iexit-interstate-exit-guide/id401746066)

This road trip companion helps you find essential services at upcoming interstate exits. Discover the cheapest gas prices, compare food options with Yelp reviews, find hotels with discounted rates, and locate specific chains or amenities.

**Highlights:** Interstate exit finder, Gas price comparison, Food and restaurant search, Hotel listings and deals, Amenity and chain search, Yelp integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bottom Banner Ad Removal | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for planning road trips
- 👍 Accurate information on exits
- 👍 Useful for finding gas, food, and lodging
- 👍 Tracks progress and distance to next exit
- 👍 Provides gas prices at upcoming exits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated information on closed businesses
- 🐛 Inconsistent user interface changes
- 🔋 Distracting to use while driving
- 🚫 Limited to interstate highways only

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect gas station listings at some exits
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- CarPlay compatibility
- Route planning and trip tracking
- Offline mode for areas without data
- Support for non-interstate highways


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rest Stops Plus free?

Rest Stops Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iExit Interstate Exit Guide free?

iExit Interstate Exit Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Rest Stops Plus or iExit Interstate Exit Guide?

iExit Interstate Exit Guide is rated higher. Rest Stops Plus averages 4.3 out of 5 from 130 ratings, while iExit Interstate Exit Guide averages 4.8 from 37K ratings.

### Do Rest Stops Plus or iExit Interstate Exit Guide have ads?

iExit Interstate Exit Guide shows ads; Rest Stops Plus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rest Stops Plus or iExit Interstate Exit Guide?

Rest Stops Plus ships an update every 6 months, and iExit Interstate Exit Guide every 4 weeks. Most recently, Rest Stops Plus was updated on September 26, 2026 and iExit Interstate Exit Guide on September 28, 2026.

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