Comparison

TripCompanion.io vs Detour

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

Head to head
About

TripCompanion.io

Features
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Transform the way you explore with TripCompanion.io, your ultimate travel companion. Whether you're uncovering hidden gems in your hometown or planning an epic adventure across the globe, our app makes discovering new places easier and more exciting than ever. Enjoy our key features: - Instantly find interesting spots around you, from popular attractions to off-the-beaten-path treasures. - Plan your perfect trip with our easy-to-use itinerary builder. Customize your journey and make the most of your travel experience. - Navigate your adventures with our beautifully designed, interactive map. See your destinations come to life and effortlessly find your way around. - Get inspired by recommendations from other travelers and uncover amazing places you never knew existed. - Enjoy a visually appealing interface that makes exploring and planning your travels a delightful experience. Ready to discover the world like never before? Download TripCompanion.io now and start your journey today!

About

Detour

Features
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Detour helps you find the unusual, overlooked, and downright weird places hiding all across America. Over 5,600 points of interest across all 50 states. From roadside oddities and abandoned places to natural wonders and quirky local landmarks. The spots tourists miss and locals love. EXPLORE THE MAP Browse thousands of hidden gems on a live map. Filter by category. Search by name or location. Zoom into any state and discover what makes it unique. PLAN YOUR ROUTE Headed somewhere? Search your destination and Detour shows you every interesting stop along the way. Turn any drive into an adventure. WHAT YOU WILL FIND Roadside attractions, strange museums, forgotten monuments, hidden natural wonders, historic oddities, unusual architecture, local legends, and places you never knew existed. NO ADS. NO TRACKING. NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED. Just open the app and start exploring. Your location stays on your device.

Screenshots

TripCompanion.io4 screens
Detour2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TripCompanion.io at fortnightly against Detour's monthly. TripCompanion.io also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TripCompanion.io ships an update fortnightly, Detour monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
TripCompanion.io versus Detour: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTripCompanion.ioDetour
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDiego AntonelliDaniel Grande

In-app purchases

None

TripCompanion.io

No in-app purchases

None

Detour

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TripCompanion.io free?
TripCompanion.io is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Detour free?
Detour is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TripCompanion.io or Detour have ads?
Neither TripCompanion.io nor Detour shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TripCompanion.io or Detour?
TripCompanion.io ships an update fortnightly, and Detour monthly. Most recently, TripCompanion.io was updated on November 4, 2026 and Detour on October 25, 2026.

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