Brussels GUIDE@HAND vs Beyond Bruges
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Brussels GUIDE@HAND
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GUIDE@HAND - City Audio Guide Brussels GUIDE@HAND‘s full audio sightseeing content, tourist information, map and software is available in English. You can choose the default language when installing GUIDE@HAND to your mobile. The GUIDE@HAND Walks are created to help you see new places, objects and patterns and discover the past and present of cities with a fresh perspective. All Walks take 2, 3 or 4 hours, so you get to know everything in an easy, fun and adventurous way. Our Guided City Walks are designed in a way that you can simply use your mobile device as an Audio Guide. Just put it in your pocket, and it will help your discovery by navigating you from one point of interest to the next and you will be presented all information and stories at the right time. With GUIDE@HAND you can always determine your location, see where you are on the map. You can also view pictures/images of the sights or read what you have heard previously. You can take a break from your walk any time and resume sightseeing later. EXPLORE WITH OFFLINE MAP You can also discover the city’s points of interest on your own, using the “Explore” tab and our offline city map. Whenever you approach a point of interest your device will automatically provide you with basic relevant information. You can then choose to listen to additional, related stories. TOURIST SERVICES YOU CAN SEARCH AND DISPLAY ON YOUR MAP GUIDE@HAND also helps you choose from a range of handy tourist services near you such as restaurants, bars, shops etc. which you can display on your map. What to gain by getting GUIDE@HAND? INSTALL: By installing GUIDE@HAND, you already have access to our offline city map. Your current location will be indicated on the map and you can easily browse various services (POIs) available in the city. DOWNLOAD A WALK: By downloading one or more of our city walks from the "Walks" tab, you will enrich your map with many new sightseeing information, points of interest, pictures and descriptions. All this new information will be available in your „Explore“ tab so that you can visit, read or browse them any time. ATTENTION: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This only applies to pressing the HOME button on the map view.
Beyond Bruges
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Looking for the ultimate guide to medieval Bruges? With Beyond Bruges you will get info about all the landmarks and monuments, travel back in time to the Middle Ages in 3D and receive a 10% cashback in over 40 local and sustainable shops, bars and museums in Bruges. What you will like about Beyond Bruges: • Learn the history of Bruges from medieval characters with a choice of 4 languages • Experience history in 360° with the help of stunning 3D models of medieval Bruges • Use your unique QR code to receive a cashback of 10% in more than 40 local bars, restaurants, shops and museums • Spend your earned currency to unlock features in the app, donate to charity or buy items such as chocolate or Belgian beer • Play TimeQuest and go on a quest to save the Duke from the Black Death in a historical quiz game • Take a selfie with historical characters in AR and share it with your friends • Get directions to all the landmarks and authentic local businesses in Bruges • And much more Download Beyond Bruges and begin your exploration of medieval Bruges today, no matter where you are!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Brussels GUIDE@HAND at none against Beyond Bruges's 10. Brussels GUIDE@HAND also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Beyond Bruges's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 8 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Beyond Bruges sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Brussels GUIDE@HAND asks for nothing beyond the download.
Brussels GUIDE@HAND ships an update every 8 months, Beyond Bruges every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Brussels GUIDE@HAND | Beyond Bruges |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 559 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | MTA SZTAKI | Simon Vandekerckhove |
In-app purchases
Brussels GUIDE@HAND
No in-app purchases
Beyond Bruges
- Unlock Timequest$4.99
- Unlock Locations$6.99
- 10 Bryghia2 variants$8.99
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- Unlock Beyond Bruges$11.99
- 20 Bryghia$17.99
- 50 Bryghia$44.99
- 100 Bryghia$89.99
- 200 Bryghia$179.99
- 250 Bryghia$229.99
Questions
Is Brussels GUIDE@HAND free?
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Do Brussels GUIDE@HAND or Beyond Bruges have ads?
Which is updated more often, Brussels GUIDE@HAND or Beyond Bruges?
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