ROOMHOUR vs DarStays
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ROOMHOUR
This app provides a novel way to book accommodations, allowing users to rent hotel rooms and furnished apartments by the hour. It offers a flexible alternative to traditional daily rates for short stays.
- Hourly hotel room rentals
- Furnished apartment rentals
- Flexible booking options
- Short-term accommodation
- Alternative to daily rates
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An application offers clients a unique experience in renting hotel rooms and furnished apartments on an hourly basis rather than daily rates
DarStays
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Welcome to DarStays your gateway to authentic Saudi stays and unforgettable experiences. Dar connects hosts who own unique homes, villas, and apartments with guests seeking genuine comfort, local culture, and trusted hospitality — all within one simple and secure app. Whether you're a guest exploring Saudi Arabia or a host looking to earn from your space, Dar makes the process seamless Browse & book stays verified for quality and safety. List your property easily with photos, pricing, and availability. Chat securely between hosts and guests through the in-app messenger. Enjoy flexible payments powered by trusted Saudi gateways. Get full support from our local team whenever you need it. With Dar, you don’t just book a place — you experience Saudi hospitality at its best. Download Dar today and be part of success story
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DarStays at 13.4 against ROOMHOUR's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ROOMHOUR ships an update every 2 weeks, DarStays every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ROOMHOUR | DarStays |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | RoomHour | ALMUDAIF ALARABI COMPANY FOR HOLIDAY HOMES |
In-app purchases
ROOMHOUR
No in-app purchases
DarStays
No in-app purchases
