Pilot vs Park$hare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pilot
This app helps drivers maximize their stops on the road. It offers faster rewards, mobile fueling, and the ability to reserve amenities like showers and parking. Easily find Pilot stores and the services you need for your journey.
- Simplified rewards program
- Order food and drinks
- Reserve showers and parking
- Mobile fueling
- Find store amenities
Read full descriptionHide full description
Whether you're fueling up, grabbing a bite, or earning rewards, the Pilot™ app is your wingman for the road ahead. Whatever you drive, see how the Pilot app can help you get the most out of every stop: Same, But Better No steep learning curve here. We took what worked about the last version of our app and redesigned it to be faster, more reliable, and easier to navigate. Rewards That Go the Distance Get rewarded faster than ever with a simplified PushForPoints experience and easier-to-find offers and challenges. Move Faster, Save Time Loaded with features designed for drivers. Order food and drinks, reserve showers and parking, and tank up faster with Mobile Fueling. Find What You Need Quickly locate Pilot stores and the amenities you need for your journey, like your favorite food, showers, overnight parking spaces, laundry, and more.
Park$hare
Read full descriptionHide full description
Park$hare turns empty parking spaces into effortless parking. Circling the block, feeding meters, overpaying for garages — parking can be the the most difficult part of any trip. Park$hare connects drivers with real people who have space to share: driveways, garages, and lots that would otherwise sit empty. Cheaper than a garage, closer to where you're headed, booked quickly. FIND PARKING INSTANTLY Search by address, map, or your current location to see spots nearby. Compare prices, check reviews, and book the one that fits — from a quiet residential driveway to a parking space in the city. BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Reserve ahead for an event or commute or grab a spot on the go. Bookings confirm instantly, with directions and access instructions ready the moment you arrive. EARN FROM YOUR SPACE Have a driveway, garage, or lot sitting empty? List it in minutes, set your own price and availability, and start earning. You decide when it's open and who can book it — you're always in control. SAFE, SIMPLE PAYMENTS Pay securely in the app. No cash, no awkward handoffs. Hosts get paid automatically after every booking. WHY PARK$HARE • Often cheaper than commercial garages • Spots in neighborhoods garages can't reach • Book ahead so parking is one less thing to stress about • Two-way ratings and reviews for peace of mind • Turn an empty driveway into real income Whether you're parking or hosting, Park$hare makes every spot count. Download Park$hare and stop circling the block
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Park$hare at none against Pilot's shown. Park$hare also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.5). Pilot's advantage is chart position (#102 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Pilot | Park$hare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (223K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 34.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 223K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Best chart rank | #102 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 160 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pilot Flying J | Quad 4 Consulting Inc |
Bugs and requests
Pilot
Reported bugs
5 issues- Inability to log in or verify accounts
- Inconsistent points tracking and redemption
- Shower reservations not clearing properly
- Parking reservations getting stuck in the app
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to reserve multiple showers at once
- Option to view shower queue length in the app
- Integration with Apple Wallet for loyalty card and payments
- Improved parking reservation system within the app
- Better communication about app maintenance and outages
Park$hare
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pilot
No in-app purchases
Park$hare
No in-app purchases
