Comparison

MysteryHike vs UrbexVault

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

Head to head
About

MysteryHike

This app transforms exploration into a game by mapping your journeys and revealing new terrain as you move. Discover hidden places, unlock rewards, and compete on leaderboards. It encourages you to explore your surroundings and beyond, making every trip an adventure.

Highlights
  • Real-life adventure game
  • Fog of World map reveal
  • City exploration and rewards
  • Route visualization
  • Global discovery percentage tracking
  • Find hidden treasures
  • Gamified exploration with leaderboards
Features
Currently charting
Read full description

MysteryHike® is the best GPS game that takes your traveling, exploring, staying active, and having fun to the next level. Mapping out every place you’ve visited, it tracks your journeys and inspires you to explore corners of your city or trails you might usually skip. 
 Key Features - IRL Game Experience – A real-life adventure where every step reveals new terrain. - Fog of World Concept – Reveal the paths you walk and see your personal map grow. - City Fragments – Explore your city 100% and unlock epic rewards. - Route Visualisation – See detailed maps of your travels and destinations. - % of World Progress – Track your global discovery percentage and push it higher. - MysteryPlaces – Find hidden treasures from natural wonders to cultural gems. - MysteryBook – Share reviews, stories, and tips with other explorers. - Gamified Exploration – Earn XP, level up, and climb the global leaderboard. - Special Badges – Unlock badges by completing missions, challenges, and events. Discover MysteryPlaces like mountain peaks, landmarks, and cultural icons. Leave reviews, share tips in the MysteryBook, and connect with other explorers. With City Fragments, every city is split into smaller parts you can reveal step by step. Reach 100% and unlock epic rewards. The more you move, the more fun it gets. Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and challenge yourself with missions. Collect epic badges and rewards that turn everyday walks into real-life adventures—making every journey feel like a game. MysteryHike blends travel, gaming, and exploration into one unforgettable experience. Whether you’re unlocking hidden corners of your neighborhood, scaling mountain peaks, or discovering cultural landmarks abroad, MysteryHike makes exploration addictive and fun. Turn the world into your playground. Start your journey with MysteryHike today. 
Terms of Service: https://mysteryhike.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://mysteryhike.com/privacy-policy/

About

UrbexVault

Discover and explore forgotten places with this urban exploration guide. Features starter and featured locations, interactive maps, and detailed information. Earn rewards and unlock coordinates through contributions.

Highlights
  • Starter and featured locations
  • Interactive map interface
  • Detailed location information
  • Mark locations as visited/favorite
  • Location bundles
  • Filter free and premium locations
  • Dark mode
Features
Read full description

UrbexVault - Urban Exploration Guide Discover hidden gems and forgotten places with UrbexVault, your ultimate companion for urban exploration. KEY FEATURES: • Starter Locations: Begin exploring with our collection of locations • Earn rewards: Contributions result in points. These points can be used to unlock coordinates! • Featured Locations: Enjoy our handpicked featured locations • Mark locations as visited or favorite • Location Bundles: Save with our curated regional map bundles • Interactive Map: Browse locations with an easy-to-use map interface • Detailed Information: Get comprehensive details about each location, including coordinates and access information • Custom Collections: Access curated maps and location sets • Location Filtering: Easily filter between free and premium locations • Dark Mode: Comfortable viewing in any lighting condition Whether you're a photographer, history enthusiast, or urban explorer, UrbexVault helps you discover remarkable abandoned places while respecting local regulations and safety guidelines. Download UrbexVault today and start exploring the hidden world around you! Note: Always explore responsibly and respect private property. Some features require in-app purchases.

Screenshots

MysteryHike4 screens
UrbexVault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MysteryHike at 4.6 against UrbexVault's 1.6. MysteryHike also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 25%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. MysteryHike sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and UrbexVault sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MysteryHike holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MysteryHike has 221 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of MysteryHike's written reviews are positive against 25% of UrbexVault's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
MysteryHike versus UrbexVault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMysteryHikeUrbexVault
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (221 ratings) — better1.6 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews60.6% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings221 — better10
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#120 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size181 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMysteryTech s.r.o.UrbexVault

Customer experience

MysteryHike

All ratings221 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral2.3%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews302 reviews
Positive60.6%
Neutral12.9%
Negative26.5%

UrbexVault

All ratings10 ratings
Positive10.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative90.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

MysteryHike

Subscriptions2
  • MysteryHike Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • MysteryHike Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
One-time5
  • Portal Pack 01$12.99
  • Lifetime Premium Account$59.99
  • Portal Pack 02$59.99
Show 2 more
  • Lifetime Premium Account$79.99
  • Portal pack 03$119.99
15 purchases

UrbexVault

Subscriptions14
  • UrbexVault PRO - Switzerland$1.991 Month
  • Finland$1.991 Month
  • Sweden$1.991 Month
Show 11 more
  • 1 Week Pro$3.997 Days
  • Benelux$9.991 Month
  • Pro monthly$12.991 Month
  • UrbexVault PRO - Switzerland$22.991 Year
  • Finland$22.991 Year
  • Sweden$22.991 Year
  • Monthly Pro$24.991 Month
  • UrbexVault PRO - Spain$34.991 Year
  • Pro 3-monthly$61.993 Months
  • Benelux$99.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$119.991 Year
One-time1
  • 24 hour pro access$1.99

Questions

Is MysteryHike free?
MysteryHike is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UrbexVault free?
UrbexVault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MysteryHike or UrbexVault?
MysteryHike is rated higher. MysteryHike averages 4.6 out of 5 from 221 ratings, while UrbexVault averages 1.6 from 10 ratings.
Do MysteryHike or UrbexVault have ads?
UrbexVault shows ads; MysteryHike does not.
Which is updated more often, MysteryHike or UrbexVault?
MysteryHike ships an update weekly, and UrbexVault weekly. Most recently, MysteryHike was updated on September 25, 2026 and UrbexVault on September 22, 2026.

Other comparisons