Overlander 4x4 vs Borrow Backs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Overlander 4x4
Explore the world of off-road adventures and overlanding with this digital magazine. Discover inspiring expeditions, practical tips, and in-depth features on 4x4 vehicles and outdoor lifestyles. Perfect for those seeking to escape and embrace the wilderness.
- Off-road and 4x4 adventure content
- Focus on overlanding expeditions
- Articles on outdoor lifestyle
- Digital magazine format
- Purchase current and back issues
- Subscription options available
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Since lockdown, there has been a huge growth in the number of people getting into camping, the outdoors and enjoying an off-grid lifestyle. More and more, as a society we want to get away. Away from the relentlessness of a working life that has increasingly invaded our homes; away from the tyranny of always-on electronics and ever-watchful social media; away from the pressure to be busy, to be productive, to be available. When your every waking hour is spent feeling hunted, just disappearing into the countryside for the weekend is a blessed relief. And if you’re in a 4x4, you can disappear further away and deeper into it. Overlander 4x4 reflects Britain’s new-found interest in an outdoor lifestyle. We’re not a magazine about camping, but a magazine about the sort of adventures that involve it. Primarily, we focus on overlanding – showcasing both trip-of-a-lifetime expeditions as well as adventures that are more modest and, for most of us, more attainable. As always with anything four-wheel drive, it’s going to be a journey worth making, so join us for the adventure. ---------------------------------------------- This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase. -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. -If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx
Borrow Backs
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Borrow Backs is the largest marketplace for renting! Search for your desired rental and place an order to pick up your rental! Or even browse through the featured rentals if you’re looking for some fun! You can also browse through different rental services such as guided tours, wedding/party venues, house sitting, and so much more! Borrow Backs — The simple way to rent! “Great app for when you’re traveling! I was able to explore much more thanks to this quick and convenient app! Thank you Borrow Backs!” - Joshua H. Borrow Backs is the easiest way to get the rental you want! Get pricing, availability, and location all within seconds of your search. Reserve your rental days prior to ensure your rental is there for your arrival. No more in-store waiver signing, get all the necessary paperwork filled out before online checkout! Skip lines by simply picking up your rental once it's ready for your arrival. In and out! Request more time! Ask the rental shop merchant for more time directly through the app! Save money - Shop for hundreds of deals on various rentals. We show you the most relevant rentals! Take advantage of daily deals and more. Save time - Skip waiting in lines and also sign waivers and forms before pick up for a quick and easy transaction. Convenient - Easy lookup on any rentals. Smooth transactions. Easy to use. Zero complications. Rent anytime. Anywhere. Ratings - Leave ratings on shops and browse reviews to feel more comfortable with your rental purchase. For rental shop merchants - Boost your customers - Connect with new and existing customers in a much more convenient fashion. Grow your sales, reputation, and business! Run it your way - Use our platform to either receive orders, manage inventory, track sales, or all of the above! Online presence - Become known within your community online and in person. Receive ratings and boost potential customer's confidence in your products! Even advertise throughout the app. Quick transactions - Receive orders and get paid! Satisfy your customers quick and easy! Rent anything! ATVs/ Dirt-bikes/ SXS Baby equipment Ballroom & Receptions Bikes Boats Campers & RVs Camping gear Jet skis Jumpers / Bounce House Longboards Machinery Medical equipment Moped scooters Moving vans Musical instruments Outdoor equipment Paddle boats Party supplies Pet supplies Roller skates RV’s / Mobile homes Scooters Segways Snow gear Snowmobile Sports gear Strollers Studios Surfboards Swan boats Trailers Tractors -And many more! We make it simple for you to rent!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Borrow Backs at none against Overlander 4x4's 10. Borrow Backs also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 14 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Overlander 4x4 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Borrow Backs asks for nothing beyond the download.
Overlander 4x4 ships an update every 14 months, Borrow Backs every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Overlander 4x4 | Borrow Backs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 6 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 103 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Assignment Media Ltd | Borrow Backs LLC |
In-app purchases
Overlander 4x4
- Total Off-Road - Auto-Renewable Subscription$2.991 Month
- 4x4 Magazine1 Month trial$33.991 Year
- September 2013 (id:375690)$3.99
- January 2016 (id:410553)$3.99
- February 2018 (id:446768)$3.99
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- October 2018 (id:446752)$3.99
- Feb-19 (id:466919)$3.99
- Jul-19 (id:466909)$3.99
- January 2017 (id:758567)$4.99
- Total Off-Road Bundle 3 Issues$9.99
Borrow Backs
No in-app purchases
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