# rakkup vs Trail Run Project

The clearest difference is rating: Trail Run Project at 4.6 against rakkup's 2.2. Trail Run Project also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 16) and ratings volume (418 vs 25). rakkup's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. rakkup sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Trail Run Project asks for nothing beyond the download.

Trail Run Project holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Trail Run Project has 418 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of rakkup's written reviews are positive against 67% of Trail Run Project's.

rakkup ships an update every 2 months, Trail Run Project every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | rakkup | Trail Run Project |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rakkup/id519148082/reviews) | **[4.6 (418 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trail-run-project/id964349558/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **418** |
| Positive reviews | 53.9% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 86 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Outdoor Geeks, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/519148085) | [Adventure Projects Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/452308787) |

## What reviewers say

### rakkup

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rakkup/id519148082)

Access a vast library of climbing and backcountry skiing guidebooks on your mobile device, even without an internet connection. Navigate trails to your destination with turn-by-turn directions and detailed maps. Explore climbs and descents with rich visuals and discover new routes.

**Highlights:** Offline guidebook access, Turn-by-turn trail navigation, GPS-enabled route finding, Map and list browsing, Search and filter capabilities, Color photos and topo drawings

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elizabeth Furnace | $2.99 | one-time |
| Long Branch and Guide Walls | $3.99 | one-time |
| Reed's Creek | $4.99 | one-time |
| Exit 38 Rock Climbs | $9.99 | one-time |
| Staunton State Park Climbing | $9.99 | one-time |
| Silverton | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bridger Ridge | $9.99 | one-time |
| Powerlinez | $11.99 | one-time |
| Teton Pass Descents | $14.99 | one-time |
| Snoqualmie Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Index Town Walls | $15.99 | one-time |
| Red Rocks Climbs by SuperTopo | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mt. Erie | $19.99 | one-time |
| Potrero Chico | $19.99 | one-time |
| Backcountry Skiing California's Eastern Sierra | $19.99 | one-time |
| Vermont Tough Schist | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ GPS navigation to crags and trails
- 📸 High-quality photos with route overlays
- 🔍 Powerful filtering and search capabilities
- 📱 Offline functionality without internet
- ✍️ Curated content from professional authors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
- 🧭 Unintuitive and confusing navigation UI
- 🔋 Requires background location services
- 📉 Inconsistent guidebook quality by author
- ❌ Missing major climbing areas and routes

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on login
- App freezes when opening routes
- Crashes every 30 seconds to few minutes
- Splash screen appears repeatedly despite cached data
- Collapse/expand toggles stop working

**Requested features**

- Simplified and more intuitive UI redesign
- Gear and rack information for routes
- Pitch length specifications
- User ratings and comments system
- Personalization settings (filter preferences)


### Trail Run Project

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trail-run-project/id964349558)

Discover and navigate thousands of miles of running trails with detailed GPS data, elevation profiles, and photos. Find featured runs near you or in searched locations, with offline access for remote adventures. Local expert insights help you plan the perfect trail run.

**Highlights:** GPS route information, Elevation profiles, Interactive trail maps, High-resolution photos, Offline trail downloads, Location tracking on trail

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Comprehensive trail database with detailed maps
- 📱 Offline map functionality without cell signal
- 🎯 Accurate GPS tracking and location services
- 📊 Detailed elevation profiles and trail information
- 🆓 Free access to extensive trail data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes (50-90% of use)
- 😞 Significant UI degradation after updates
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated trail information
- ❌ Poor data curation and duplicate trail entries
- 🔧 Ownership change by OnX led to app neglect

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently during use
- Map view unresponsive and jumps around
- Trail selection scroll at bottom is broken
- Map fails to load or refresh properly
- State map downloads fail

**Requested features**

- GPX file export capability
- Apple Watch app integration
- Real-time friend tracking/safety monitoring
- Off-trail warning system
- Run tracking with splits and audio feedback


## Frequently asked questions

### Is rakkup free?

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

### Is Trail Run Project free?

Trail Run Project is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, rakkup or Trail Run Project?

Trail Run Project is rated higher. rakkup averages 2.2 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Trail Run Project averages 4.6 from 418 ratings.

### Do rakkup or Trail Run Project have ads?

Neither rakkup nor Trail Run Project shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, rakkup or Trail Run Project?

rakkup ships an update every 2 months, and Trail Run Project every 5 weeks. Most recently, rakkup was updated on September 24, 2026 and Trail Run Project on September 20, 2026.

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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.*