Comparison

BashMaps vs SwapMeeter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BashMaps

Connect with fellow RC enthusiasts to discover local spots, find events, and join clubs. Showcase your RC car collection in a virtual garage and engage with the community through a dedicated feed. Earn recognition for your contributions.

Highlights
  • Interactive map of RC spots
  • Discover local RC events and meetups
  • Virtual garage for RC car collections
  • Create and join RC car clubs
  • Community feed for updates and engagement
  • Earn trophies and awards
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THE ULTIMATE RC APP BASH, CRAWL, RACE, DRIFT, FLY, and FLOAT with fellow enthusiasts in your community! BashMaps keeps you connected to the RC world, helping you meet new friends, discover spots, find events, and join clubs in your area. Built by RC enthusiasts, for RC enthusiasts. Features: • Map of RC Spots: Use our interactive map to find the best RC tracks, crawling trails, parks, racing spots, airfields, lakes, and hobby stores near you. Explore new locations recommended by the community and share your own favorite spots. • Active Sessions: See who’s out running RC right now. Start a session, invite the crew, and link up in real time. • Find Events: Discover local RC events, races, and meetups. Get directions, RSVP, sync to your calendar, and never miss a run. • Marketplace: Buy, sell, and trade rigs, parts, and gear with your local RC community. No distractions. Just RC. • Virtual Garage: Create and manage a personalized virtual garage to showcase your builds. Add descriptions, specs, and photos. Discover thousands of rigs from enthusiasts worldwide and search by model. • Clubs: Create or join local RC clubs to connect with enthusiasts in your area. Organize club events, chat with members, and grow your crew. • Community Feed: Stay updated with the latest posts from the BashMaps community. Follow your favorite users, comment on posts, and engage in real-time. 100% RC content, zero noise. • Earn Trophies and Awards: Build your profile, climb leaderboards, and earn recognition for your contributions to the community! BashMaps covers cars, trucks, crawlers, planes, boats, drones, helis, and more. If it's RC, it belongs here. All content is contributed by the community. Anyone can add spots, events, rigs, and more. BashMaps is free to use. Upgrade to PRO to remove ads, unlock extra features, and support the platform's growth. Download BashMaps today and take your passion for RC to the next level!

About

SwapMeeter

Discover and shop at local swap meets, flea markets, and farmers markets. Browse vendor items before you go, connect directly with sellers, and find unique treasures. Ideal for treasure hunters and local market enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Location-based market discovery
  • Browse vendor items before visiting
  • Multi-market item browsing
  • Direct messaging with vendors
  • Save favorite vendors and markets
  • Vendor listing management tools
Features
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SwapMeeter is your ultimate companion for discovering and shopping at swap meets, flea markets, and farmers markets across the United States. Whether you're a treasure hunter, vintage enthusiast, or just love supporting local vendors, SwapMeeter brings the marketplace to your fingertips. **Find Markets Near You** Use our location-based search to discover swap meets and flea markets in your area. Filter by distance, browse upcoming events, and get directions to your favorite markets with ease. **Browse Items Before You Go** Save time by browsing items listed by vendors before you visit. Search for specific treasures, compare prices, and plan your shopping route. From antiques and collectibles to handmade crafts and fresh produce, find exactly what you're looking for. **Multi-Market Search** Shopping multiple markets? Select up to 5 nearby swap meets at once and browse all their items in a single feed. Perfect for planning your weekend market tours. **Connect with Vendors** Save your favorite vendors and get notified when they list new items or announce market attendance. Direct messaging lets you ask questions, negotiate prices, or reserve items before you arrive. **For Vendors** List your inventory, manage your booth presence, and reach thousands of potential customers. Promote featured items, track your listings, and grow your business at the markets you love. **Key Features:** • Location-based market discovery with map view • Browse vendor items and inventory before visiting • Multi-market selection for efficient shopping • Save favorite vendors and markets • Real-time notifications for new listings • Direct messaging with vendors • Share items and markets with friends • Filter by categories: antiques, collectibles, crafts, produce, and more • Vendor tools for listing management and customer engagement Whether you're hunting for vintage vinyl, handmade jewelry, fresh farm produce, or that perfect antique find, SwapMeeter connects you with the vibrant community of swap meets and flea markets across America. Download SwapMeeter today and never miss a market day again!

Screenshots

BashMaps4 screens
SwapMeeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SwapMeeter at 5.0 against BashMaps's 4.2. SwapMeeter also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). BashMaps's advantage is ratings volume (54 vs 2). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BashMaps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SwapMeeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SwapMeeter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BashMaps has 54 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of BashMaps's written reviews are positive against 100% of SwapMeeter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BashMaps ships an update every 5 weeks, SwapMeeter weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BashMaps versus SwapMeeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBashMapsSwapMeeter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (54 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings54 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB133 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBashMaps LLCchristopher woodward

Customer experience

BashMaps

All ratings54 ratings
Positive81.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative23.3%

SwapMeeter

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BashMaps

Subscriptions2
  • BashMaps Pro$4.991 Month
  • BashMaps Pro$54.991 Year
None

SwapMeeter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BashMaps free?
BashMaps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SwapMeeter free?
SwapMeeter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BashMaps or SwapMeeter?
SwapMeeter is rated higher. BashMaps averages 4.2 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while SwapMeeter averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do BashMaps or SwapMeeter have ads?
Both BashMaps and SwapMeeter show ads.
Which is updated more often, BashMaps or SwapMeeter?
BashMaps ships an update every 5 weeks, and SwapMeeter weekly. Most recently, BashMaps was updated on October 12, 2026 and SwapMeeter on September 30, 2026.

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