RAVL vs VibeLobby
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RAVL
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Introducing RAVL, a game-changing social network designed specifically for business travellers. RAVL aims to make your trips more enjoyable and rewarding by connecting you with like-minded professionals while you’re away from home. Whether you’re attending a conference or on a work assignment, RAVL makes it easy to meet new people, share experiences, and build lasting relationships – transforming the way you approach business travel.
VibeLobby
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Book 3M+ hotels — sorted by vibe, not just stars. Chat with fellow guests before you arrive. Create plans, find dinner buddies, and meet travelers who share your interests. VibeLobby is the world's first social hotel booking app. ► FIND YOUR VIBE Pick your interests — yoga, dining, coworking, surfing, or anything that moves you. Our Vibe Score™ ranks hotels by guest activity and community buzz so you know where your people are before you book. ► BOOK DIRECTLY Compare real-time rates across 2M+ hotels worldwide. See room types, amenities, and transparent pricing with taxes included. Book securely in seconds. ► JOIN THE LOBBY Once booked, drop into the Hotel Lobby or City Chat. Share plans, find dinner buddies, or connect with people nearby. Send messages, voice notes, or hop on a video call — in any of 24 languages with real-time translation. ► ACTIVITY BOARD Browse or create group activities — beach trips, dinner plans, city tours. Join with one tap and a group chat is created automatically. ► TRAVEL BUDDIES Discover travelers with shared interests at your hotel. When you both connect, a chat opens instantly. ► SWISS QUALITY Built in Switzerland. Your data stays private. Verified bookings only — no strangers, no spam. Privacy controls let you manage your visibility. ► WORLDWIDE Available in 24 languages. Hotels in every major city. Your next travel friendship starts here.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RAVL at weekly against VibeLobby's every 4 weeks. VibeLobby's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. RAVL sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $15.00 per month and VibeLobby sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RAVL ships an update weekly, VibeLobby every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RAVL | VibeLobby |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 282 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | RAVL Limited | Heitaria Swiss AG |
In-app purchases
RAVL
- Premium (Monthly)$15.001 Month
- Premium+ Membership (Monthly)$30.001 Month
- Premium Membership (Annual)$150.001 Year
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- Premium+ Membership (annual)$300.001 Year
VibeLobby
- City Lobby Unlock$2.99
- Unlock City Lobby$2.99









