CragFinder by Progression vs Hello Explorer Guide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CragFinder by Progression
This app simplifies finding and navigating climbing crags with detailed route information and visual topos. Search routes by grade, rating, or location, and track your progress. It's available in multiple languages and offers offline access to essential climbing data.
- Route details with grades and ratings
- High-quality topos for visualization
- Search and filter routes by grade, rating, area
- Progress tracking for logged sends
- Offline mode for reliable access
- Multi-language support (Thai, English, Chinese)
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Your climbing adventures are about to get a whole lot easier. CragFinder by Progression is a comprehensive climbing guidebook app designed to make finding and navigating crags simple and intuitive. Access up-to-date route details and topos, check your position at the crag, and easily search for routes based on grade, rating and location. Available in Thai, English, and Chinese, CragFinder puts essential climbing information at your fingertips. Features: • Route Details: Detailed info on routes including, grades, heights, equipment, star rating and more. • Detailed Topos: Visualize your climb with high-quality topos for better route planning. • Search Function: Intuitive search allows you to filter by grade, star rating, area and name. • Progress Tracking: Log sends to monitor and celebrate your climbing progress. • Offline Mode: Route info is downloaded to your device for reliable use even without an internet connection. • Language Options: Available in Thai, English, and Chinese, with plans to expand to more crags across Thailand and beyond. Get Started Today: Download CragFinder and transform your climbing experience!
Hello Explorer Guide
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Introducing Hello Explorer Guide, your ultimate travel companion in discovering the world like never before! Embark on unforgettable journeys with our innovative travel app that not only guides you on what to do and where to go, but also connects you with fellow explorers, both tourists, and locals alike. Key Features: Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover the best local experiences and hidden gems at your fingertips. From must-visit attractions to off-the-beaten-path treasures, our app ensures you make the most of your travels. Connect with Explorers: Forge connections with like-minded adventurers! Connect with fellow tourists and engage with locals to gain insider tips and recommendations. Share your experiences, create lasting memories, and expand your travel network. Collect Points, Win Prizes: Elevate your travel experience by collecting points for every adventure! Accumulate points by exploring new places, meeting people, and completing challenges. Exchange your points for exciting travel prizes and exclusive rewards. Start making memories that last a lifetime! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.helloexplorerguide.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: CragFinder by Progression at none against Hello Explorer Guide's shown. CragFinder by Progression also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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. CragFinder by Progression sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hello Explorer Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CragFinder by Progression ships an update daily, Hello Explorer Guide every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and May 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CragFinder by Progression | Hello Explorer Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 152 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures | JOHN STEFAN SAHLIN |
In-app purchases
CragFinder by Progression
- Crazy Horse Buttress Guide$12.99
Hello Explorer Guide
- 1 month Premium14 Days trial$1.001 Month
- 1 Year Premium Subscription14 Days trial$8.991 Year
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