# West Coast Trail vs BioGeneX

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BioGeneX at none against West Coast Trail's 2. West Coast Trail's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. West Coast Trail sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. BioGeneX asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for West Coast Trail against 5.0 for BioGeneX. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: West Coast Trail has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

West Coast Trail ships an update every 2 weeks, BioGeneX every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | West Coast Trail | BioGeneX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/west-coast-trail/id6469055680/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/biogenex/id6762799410/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 96.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 147 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Orca Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710826755) | [EndoMedical Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1290814301) |

## What reviewers say

### West Coast Trail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/west-coast-trail/id6469055680)

This app provides essential planning tools for backpackers preparing for the West Coast Trail. It offers customizable trip details, tide calculations, an interactive map with points of interest, and daily summaries. An optional upgrade unlocks offline access, on-trail navigation, and weather forecasts.

**Highlights:** Customizable trip planning, Automatic tide calculations, Interactive trail map, Daily hike summaries, Campsite details and satellite images, Sunrise/sunset times, Offline map and navigation (PRO)

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Pass for 2027 Season | $29.99 | one-time |
| PRO Pass for 2026 Season | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Invaluable for planning
- 🗺️ Accurate real-time trail conditions
- 🌊 Indispensable tide planning
- 📍 Real-time location tracking on trail
- 📚 Comprehensive information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sneaky auto renewal charged double
- 🤔 Misled about GPS functionality
- 📍 No real GPS functionality
- 🗺️ No live map view
- ❓ Wondered if missed turn off

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Auto-renewal charged twice

**Requested features**

- Ability to print hard copies
- Extend calendar window past Sept 30/Oct 1
- More accurate inland route planning for Thrasher junction
- Elevation gain (ascent) for beach and forest routes
- Dark mode option


### BioGeneX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/biogenex/id6762799410)

This app uses VO2 Max and RMR test results to provide daily guidance on nutrition and recovery. It helps users track their body's fuel usage, monitor biological age, and receive personalized insights for training and lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Metabolic data dashboard, Personalized nutrition plans, Customizable workout builder, Biological age tracking, Fat vs. carb burn monitoring, Recovery insights

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is West Coast Trail free?

West Coast Trail is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BioGeneX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, West Coast Trail or BioGeneX?

BioGeneX is rated higher. West Coast Trail averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while BioGeneX averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do West Coast Trail or BioGeneX have ads?

Neither West Coast Trail nor BioGeneX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, West Coast Trail or BioGeneX?

West Coast Trail ships an update every 2 weeks, and BioGeneX every 2 months. Most recently, West Coast Trail was updated on October 30, 2026 and BioGeneX on October 31, 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.*