Shangri vs Scoot Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shangri
Discover travel destinations, lifestyle inspiration, and exclusive offers. Book stays, dining, and shopping with flexible payment options. Earn rewards and enjoy member privileges for elevated experiences.
- Travel destination ideas
- Lifestyle inspiration
- Exclusive offers
- Flexible payment options (Cash, Points)
- Mobile check-in
- Points tracking and redemption
- Member rates and deals
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Start your journey of discovery with the new Shangri-La Circle App – your connection to the world of Shangri-La. It’s your one-stop for daily inspiration, elevated experiences, and endless possibilities to help you live the good life, the way you like it… afterall life isn’t meant to be square. MORE INSPIRATION It’s a big world with so much to see and do. Let us point you in the right direction with travel destination ideas, lifestyle inspiration and exclusive offers to get you started. Plan your next getaway, your next bite or next purchase from Shangri-La Boutique, and all with a just a few simple swipes or taps. MORE FLEXIBILITY Pay for your bookings with Cash, Points or both. No complicated conversion rates to calculate. No black out dates. No confusion. You’ll be ready to go in no time. Check-in to your hotel from anywhere with Mobile Check-in. Never miss a thing by adding your reservation to your Apple Wallet and calendar. View weather forecast and taxi card and request local customer support 24/7 all on the app. MORE SIMPLICITY Keep track of your journey with us from anywhere, at any time. Always know how many Points you’ve earned, and with a fixed Points redemption rate of 15 Points to US$1 on Shangri-La Products & Services, you’ll always know how much they’re worth, and how close you are to redeeming wonderful experiences. MORE RECOGNITION We recognise and reward you for every moment you spend with us. Earn towards status upgrades whether you are staying, dining or shopping at over 100 Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN or Traders Hotels & Resorts worldwide. MORE PRIVILEGES You’ll always enjoy something extra as a member. Be the first to get access to exclusive member rates and the best deals, right here on the app. MORE FLAVOURS Explore the diverse and delicious flavours of Shangri-La restaurants around the world and close to home. Search by dish, cuisine, city, restaurant or hotel.
Scoot Mobile
This travel app helps you manage your entire trip from booking flights to checking in and accessing your mobile boarding pass. You can also earn and redeem loyalty program miles for various travel perks.
- Book flights anytime, anywhere
- Instant travel deal notifications
- Manage bookings and add services
- Online check-in and mobile boarding pass
- Earn and redeem loyalty miles
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Your travel companion in your pocket. Manage your flights, check in, and more with the Scoot app! BOOK FLIGHTS ANYTIME, ANYWHERE • Get notified instantly about our exclusive travel deals. • Book trips on the go when you check out with Apple Pay or other available payment methods. MANAGE YOUR BOOKINGS • Review your itinerary, select your seats, add baggage, Wi-Fi, and more - all within the app! • Check in online and save time at the airport. MOBILE BOARDING PASS • Enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with seamless access to your boarding pass on your mobile phone. EARN & REDEEM KRISFLYER MILES • Earn Elite and KrisFlyer Miles with every flight! Redeem your miles for exclusive upgrades, luxurious hotel stays, and more. Your next vacay is a tap away. Download the Scoot app today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shangri at 67% against Scoot Mobile's 22%. Shangri also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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.
Shangri holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Shangri's written reviews are positive against 22% of Scoot Mobile's.
Shangri ships an update every 3 weeks, Scoot Mobile fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Shangri | Scoot Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (1K ratings) — better | 4.5 (3K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better | 21.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1K | 3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 204 MB | 192 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts | Scoot |
Customer experience
Shangri
Scoot Mobile
User reviews
Shangri
From 1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great location
- 👍 Excellent staff
- 👍 Comfortable rooms
- 👍 Delicious breakfast
- 👍 Seamless booking process
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy sign-in process
- 🐛 Inconsistent app functionality
- 🐛 Difficult to modify bookings
- 🐛 Disconnected between app and website
- 🐛 Limited app features
Scoot Mobile
From 3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Awesome flights
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🔒 Security issues with payments
- 💰 Expensive add-ons and fees
- 📱 Poor user interface and navigation
Bugs and requests
Shangri
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Login issues and credential problems
- Booking information not syncing properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Data security and privacy concerns
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to modify existing bookings
- More detailed hotel and room photos
- Improved login and account management
- Seamless integration between app and website
- Enhanced app functionality and features
Scoot Mobile
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and inability to retrieve bookings
- Inconsistent behavior across platforms
- Checkout process problems and payment failures
- Unreliable check-in and boarding pass retrieval
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to save traveler information
- Better integration with KrisFlyer program
- Multi-city booking functionality
In-app purchases
Shangri
No in-app purchases
Scoot Mobile
No in-app purchases
