Comparison

River Thames Guide vs TidyGo

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

River Thames Guide

This comprehensive guide and planner helps you navigate and explore the River Thames and Wey Navigation. It offers an offline interactive map, a journey planner with distance and lock information, and details on bridges, weather, and river conditions.

Highlights
  • Interactive offline river map
  • Journey planner with distance and lock counts
  • Detailed lock and bridge information
  • Current river conditions and weather forecasts
  • Boating advice and emergency guidance
Features
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The complete planner and guide for travel and leisure on the River Thames (from its source to the Thames Barrier) and the Wey Navigation including where you can go, how you get there and what’s on the way - includes these key features: Thames Map and Guide: •Interactive River Map: self-contained - no internet connection needed •Journey Planner: time (at 5, 3 , 1 mph), distance and number of locks between any two of 102 River Thames points (45 on Wey) •Locks: need to know detail on every lock •Bridges: headway in metres and feet •River draught (depth of water) •Weather for selected locations •Current river conditions (non-tidal and tidal) Boating Advice: •Rules for the River •Preventing Problems •Emergency Help and Guidance (RNLI approved) INTERACTIVE RIVER MAP: pinch or squeeze to zoom to the required level of detail. Add any combination of locks, moorings, boatyards, fuel, marinas, pubs, restaurants, lodgings, sanitation, fishing, emergency RVP and/or bridges; tapping any icon pops up further details including phone number, post code, maximum stay etc (where available). The interactive map is built-in to the App so you do not need an Internet connection to see where you are and facilities near you (PLEASE NOTE: this means a large download - please be patient, it’s worth it!). JOURNEY PLANNER: select a starting point and destination from the supplied list of 102 landmarks (including locks, marinas, moorings, bridges and places of interest (from Lechlade to the Thames Barrier) and immediately see the sailing distance, direction (up or downstream), sailing time (at 5 mph, 3 mph and 1 mph) and the number of locks to transit to complete your journey; Wey navigation planner features 45 locations. LOCK FEATURES: every Thames lock is listed in order from Cricklade Bridge to Teddington with distance to next lock both up and downstream. Touch any lock to see much more information including: telephone number; post code; lock type; width, drop and length; lock keeper’s hours; facilities available (such as WC, water, pump out etc). From the lock detail just tap to highlight this lock in the middle of the interactive map. Portage Maps for Sonning to Teddington locks. BRIDGE HEADWAY: every bridge listed in order with headway in feet and metres; bridge headways are colour coded for ease of use and instant check to see if you need to lower any masts. All the above features are built-in so are available even without an Internet connection. WEATHER: select one of 20 location on the river for an up-to-date weather forecast for today and tomorrow (includes temperature, winds, humidity, visibility, sunrise and sunset). Requires an Internet connection. The weather page includes the current nautical twilight (the correct time to strike your ensign). CURRENT RIVER CONDITIONS: for safer river use always verify the current official conditions before setting off; non-tidal conditions are provided by the Environment Agency (the River Thames authority) and categorised as Red, Yellow or Green – tap to view an explanation of the colours. Tidal conditions are provided by the Port of London Authority. Requires an Internet connection. Includes current and planned river closures and river restrictions. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: River Thames Guide includes an SOS section with information, endorsed by the RNLI, on how to deal with various problems including: Man Overboard; Boat Sinking; Boat on Fire; Boat Drifting. NOTE: these sections should be studied before embarking so that you can react properly to any emergency. Better still: take an appropriate course before using the river. HELP: every page contains tips on using River Thames Guide to help plan your journey, find somewhere to eat or stay, using the map, and more.

About

TidyGo

Features
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Discover TidyGo – Your Ultimate Cleaning Partner! Looking for a reliable, efficient, and flexible cleaning service? Meet TidyGo, the mobile app designed to effortlessly connect you with trusted cleaning specialists. With a wide range of services, TidyGo ensures your space shines just the way you like it. Why Choose TidyGo? - Comprehensive Cleaning Services: From apartment cleaning, office cleaning, and end-of-tenancy cleaning to after-builders cleanup, hedge trimming, and more, TidyGo has you covered. - Flexible Scheduling: Need urgent cleaning? Or prefer scheduling at your convenience? TidyGo adapts to your timeline. Plus, set up periodical cleaning orders for consistent results. - Secure & Hassle-Free Payments: The in-app payment system ensures transactions are quick and secure. No hidden fees—just fair pricing with no unnecessary intermediaries. - Precise Navigation: Our integrated map makes it easy for cleaners to find you quickly and efficiently. - Empowered Cleaning Specialists: TidyGo lets employees choose their hours, focus on building their reputation, and enjoy financial stability. This means happier workers, which translates to better service for you! - Safety First: All cleaners are police-checked, ensuring you can book with confidence. - Environmentally Friendly: We use eco-friendly cleaning products, contributing to a healthier planet. - Fighting for Fairness: TidyGo actively combats modern slavery and creates an equitable environment for workers. Employees become the masters of their professional journey, working on their own terms. Whether you're a busy professional, a business owner, or just need some help with your chores, TidyGo is here to make your life easier. Transform your cleaning experience. Support fair wages, eco-friendly solutions, and top-quality service—all at the touch of a button. TidyGo: Cleaning Made Simple.

Screenshots

River Thames Guide4 screens
TidyGo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: River Thames Guide at none against TidyGo's shown. TidyGo's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

River Thames Guide ships an update every 6 weeks, TidyGo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
River Thames Guide versus TidyGo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRiver Thames GuideTidyGo
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size290 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeff MaynardDmytro Poukh

In-app purchases

None

River Thames Guide

No in-app purchases

None

TidyGo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is River Thames Guide free?
River Thames Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TidyGo free?
TidyGo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do River Thames Guide or TidyGo have ads?
TidyGo shows ads; River Thames Guide does not.
Which is updated more often, River Thames Guide or TidyGo?
River Thames Guide ships an update every 6 weeks, and TidyGo fortnightly. Most recently, River Thames Guide was updated on October 6, 2026 and TidyGo on October 4, 2026.

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