Been There vs The Q Experiences
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Been There
Track your travel history and compare it with friends. Discover new places and see who has explored the most locations. A fun way to gamify your adventures and share experiences.
- Track visited locations
- Share with friends
- Compete with friends
- Discover new places
- Gamify travel experiences
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See where you and your friends have been and compete with friends to visit more places
The Q Experiences
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Designed exclusively for travellers embarking on The Q Experiences’ curated journeys, The Q App enriches your travel experience by offering seamless, real-time connectivity and access to all the details you need along the way. From destination insights to staying in touch with fellow travellers, every feature has been crafted to elevate the art of travel. *Key Features:* Detailed Itineraries View your journey at a glance with complete day-by-day itineraries, designed to keep you informed and inspired. Real-Time Notifications & Updates Stay ahead with live updates on any itinerary adjustments, special events, or exclusive opportunities curated just for you. Social Feature to Connect with Fellow Travellers Join a community of like-minded explorers on the same journey. Share your experiences, connect, and engage, creating memories together. Direct Access to Tour Directors and The Q Team Connect with your dedicated tour director and the entire support team anytime. Whether you need assistance or have a question, help is just a tap away. Weather & World News Updates Access live weather forecasts for each destination, as well as real-time global news to keep you informed throughout your journey. Personal Document Vault Enjoy peace of mind with secure, organized storage for your essential travel documents—passport, visa, vaccination certificates, and more—accessible whenever you need them. The Q Experiences App is your personalized luxury travel companion, crafted to ensure your journey is smooth, seamless, and memorable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: The Q Experiences at every 5 days against Been There's fortnightly. The Q Experiences also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
Been There ships an update fortnightly, The Q Experiences every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Been There | The Q Experiences |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jared Jones | Bhavna Lulla |
In-app purchases
Been There
No in-app purchases
The Q Experiences
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Been There free?
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Do Been There or The Q Experiences have ads?
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