Comparison

Paris vs Pocket Paris

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

Head to head
About

Paris

Explore Paris with a unique, hand-drawn 3D map featuring all major attractions, monuments, and entertainment venues. Get directions, opening times, and metro information for seamless travel.

Highlights
  • Hand-drawn 3D map
  • Bird's eye view of attractions
  • Monument details and opening times
  • Metro map and navigation
  • Geographical position tracking
Features
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Paris, painted by hand. Not a cold, flat map: a panorama in perspective where every landmark is drawn as you see it, from the Eiffel Tower to Sacré-Cœur, from Notre-Dame to the Louvre. One glance is enough to understand the city. FIND YOUR WAY Your position appears on the painting, not on an anonymous background. Tap a landmark: a short story, its address, the nearest metro stations, and how long it takes to get there from where you are, on foot or by metro. THE METRO, AT LAST LEGIBLE Switch to Metro mode: the 2026 network sits on the painting, from line 1 to line 14 out to Orly, with the RER and the trams. Under each station name, the time from your position at rush hour. Tap two stations: the route appears, with transfers and the direction to follow on the platform. 382 PLACES WITH THEIR STORIES Monuments, museums, churches, gardens, bridges, theatres: each page tells you what to see and why to stop. The audio guide reads them aloud, offline. YOUR PARIS NOTEBOOK Walk within 80 meters of a place and it joins your notebook. Bronze, silver, gold and platinum medals as you explore. SOUVENIRS Aim the camera at a landmark: the places around you are named in augmented reality. Take the photo, pick a frame (postcard, enamel street sign, notebook stamp…) and share it. FREE, NO SUBSCRIPTION The map, the metro, the pages and your position are free, with a discreet banner. A single purchase, forever, unlocks unlimited routes and the audio guide, and removes ads. Network data: Île-de-France Mobilités (ODbL licence).

About

Pocket Paris

Features
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Your Elegant, Offline Paris Companion Discover the magic of Paris at your own pace with Pocket Paris, the minimalist and offline-first guide built for travelers who love simplicity. Whether you're wandering through Montmartre, crossing the Seine, or exploring the hidden gems of Le Marais, Pocket Paris gives you everything you need—no internet required. Key Features: • Offline Interactive Map
Explore Paris with a beautiful zoomable map and GPS-based location tracking. • Curated Mini Walking Tours
Enjoy themed self-guided routes like Romantic Paris, Historical Highlights, and Hidden Gems. • Must-See Attractions
View the best landmarks with descriptions, travel tips, and stunning visuals. • Dining Recommendations
Find the perfect café, bakery, or hidden bistro with our curated offline list. • French Phrasebook with Audio
Speak confidently with essential travel phrases and built-in audio. • Seasonal Travel Tips
Plan better with offline event suggestions and what to pack each season. Go Premium to Unlock: • All walking tours • Full restaurant listings • Complete phrasebook audio • Exclusive offline content updates No logins. No data tracking. Just a refined, travel-friendly experience for lovers of Paris.

Screenshots

Paris4 screens
Pocket Paris4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Paris at every 2 months against Pocket Paris's every 10 months. 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. Paris sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pocket Paris sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paris ships an update every 2 months, Pocket Paris every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Paris versus Pocket Paris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParisPocket Paris
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB204 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJérôme GoursauChatStick Company Limited

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Paris

One-time2
  • Débloquer les descriptions (histoire)$0.99
  • Supprimer les publicités$0.99
1 purchases

Pocket Paris

One-time1
  • Unlock All Features$2.99

Questions

Is Paris free?
Paris is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pocket Paris free?
Pocket Paris is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Paris or Pocket Paris have ads?
Both Paris and Pocket Paris show ads.
Which is updated more often, Paris or Pocket Paris?
Paris ships an update every 2 months, and Pocket Paris every 10 months. Most recently, Paris was updated on October 23, 2026 and Pocket Paris on October 20, 2026.

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