# Cachly vs Adventure Cache

The clearest difference is price: Adventure Cache at Free against Cachly's $4.99. Adventure Cache also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Cachly's advantage is ratings volume (3.7K vs 3) and chart position (#9 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Adventure Cache is free to download; Cachly costs $4.99 up front. Cachly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Adventure Cache asks for nothing beyond the download.

Adventure Cache holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cachly has 3.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cachly ships an update every 9 days, Adventure Cache every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cachly | Adventure Cache |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cachly-geocaching/id645384141/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adventure-cache/id1663434228/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 80.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 439 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zed Said Studio LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/392666756) | [Earl Hayes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650523355) |

## What reviewers say

### Cachly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cachly-geocaching/id645384141)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Paid · Navigation, #179 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app is an advanced tool for geocaching enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive suite of features for finding, logging, and managing geocaches. It supports offline maps, proximity alerts, and integrates with various navigation apps. Advanced users can track DeLorme grids and counties, manage online drafts, and scan trackable codes.

**Highlights:** Official Geocaching HQ Partner App, CarPlay Integration, DeLorme Grid & County Tracking, Auto Load Map, Online Draft Management, Adventure Labs Support, Proximity Alerts, Offline Vector Maps

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Cachly Pro Offline Maps | $4.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter + Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Maps Supporter + Big Tip | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best geocaching app
- 👍 Excellent features and functionality
- 🗺️ Offline maps and navigation
- 🔄 Constant updates and improvements
- 💬 Responsive and helpful developer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid subscription required for full access
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Offline maps not included by default
- ⏱️ Limited free access (3 caches per day)
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for new users

**Reported bugs**

- Cache details not loading properly
- Sync issues with Geocaching.com account
- Apple Watch app functionality problems

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved trackable management
- Customizable log templates
- Proximity alerts for nearby caches
- Breadcrumb trail for navigation


### Adventure Cache

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adventure-cache/id1663434228)

Discover and create hidden treasures, log personal items with photos, and plan your next exploration. Navigate with interactive maps, earn badges, and connect with a community of adventurers.

**Highlights:** Discover and create geocaches, Log items with photos and custom categories, Plan adventures with interactive maps, Earn achievement badges, Create private notes, Comment and share with community, Give and receive Kudos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cachly free?

Cachly costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Adventure Cache free?

Adventure Cache is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cachly or Adventure Cache?

Adventure Cache is rated higher. Cachly averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while Adventure Cache averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Cachly or Adventure Cache have ads?

Neither Cachly nor Adventure Cache shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cachly or Adventure Cache?

Cachly ships an update every 9 days, and Adventure Cache every 5 days. Most recently, Cachly was updated on September 26, 2026 and Adventure Cache on September 20, 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.*