# ResX vs The Black Map

The clearest difference is rating: ResX at 4.8 against The Black Map's 4.3. ResX also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 45%) and ratings volume (609 vs 18). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ResX sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and The Black Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ResX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ResX has 609 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of ResX's written reviews are positive against 45% of The Black Map's.

ResX ships an update every 2 weeks, The Black Map fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ResX | The Black Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (609 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resx/id6444920738/reviews)** | [4.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-black-map/id6502400596/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **609** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **73.4% of reviews** | 44.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 130 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ResX](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657931286) | [The Black Map LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737538073) |

## What reviewers say

### ResX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resx/id6444920738)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

Easily exchange last-minute restaurant reservations. Give away reservations you can't make or grab spontaneous dining opportunities at popular spots. Enjoy the city's best dining experiences without the hassle of advance planning.

**Highlights:** Exchange last-minute reservations, Give away unwanted reservations, Grab spontaneous dining opportunities, Access in-demand restaurants, Simplify dining plans

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| ResX Annual | $119.99 | per year |
| 3-month subscription | $37.99 | one-time |
| 6-month subscription | $69.99 | one-time |
| 12-month subscription | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Game changer for reservations
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Great concept for spontaneity
- 🚀 Access to sought-after tables
- 💯 Helpful for last-minute plans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Limited reservation options
- ⚠️ Fake or misleading reservations
- ❌ App crashes frequently
- 🚫 Verification texts not arriving
- 🤔 Functionality missing for booking

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to grab reservations
- Reservation alerts open to the wrong page
- Cannot click button to see available reservations
- Verification texts never arrive
- App crashes when trying to submit a reservation

**Requested features**

- More reservation options in NYC
- Clearer policy on cancellation fees
- Notification for reservation pickups after 5 minutes
- Ability to filter alerts by time, day, and party size
- Direct link to reservation screen from notification


### The Black Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-black-map/id6502400596)

Discover and review pubs, focusing on finding the best Guinness. Share detailed reviews, photos, and ratings to help others find their perfect pint. Includes social features for a connected pub exploration experience.

**Highlights:** Rate and review pubs, Explore recommended pubs, Find the best Guinness, Share detailed reviews and photos, Social features

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe | $1.99 | per month |
| Deluxe | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ResX free?

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

### Is The Black Map free?

The Black Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ResX or The Black Map?

ResX is rated higher. ResX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 609 ratings, while The Black Map averages 4.3 from 18 ratings.

### Do ResX or The Black Map have ads?

Both ResX and The Black Map show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ResX or The Black Map?

ResX ships an update every 2 weeks, and The Black Map fortnightly. Most recently, ResX was updated on September 28, 2026 and The Black Map on September 28, 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.*