Crew Scan vs Xplorer Cruises
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Crew Scan
This secure mobile application streamlines crew travel, transportation, and onboarding processes. It modernizes and simplifies the entire journey for maritime personnel.
- Secure crew travel management
- Streamlined transportation logistics
- Modernized joining process
- Simplified onboarding
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The Crew Scan App (CSA) is a secure, mobile application designed to simplify and modernize the crew travel, transportation and joining process.
Xplorer Cruises
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The Xplorer Cruises app is your trusted travel companion – before, during, and after your cruise. Plan and book your dream voyage, make reservations for specialty dining, spa treatments, and shore excursions, explore current itineraries across the fleet , complete your check-in prior to the cruise – all in one seamless app experience. Enjoy the user-friendly Xplorer Cruises app with an ntuitive interface, simplified navigation, and quick access to the onboard network. Key Features: - Manage your Cruises: View all your upcoming and past trips in one place with easy access to important booking details. - Booking Features Pre-Cruise & Onboard: Reserve restaurant tables, spa sessions, fitness classes, and excursions before your trip - Messaging: Receive personalized information from your crew pre-cruise & onboard - Onboard Chat: Connect with fellow guests in private or group chats - Stay Informed Onboard: Check the daily program and secure your spot for workshops and onboard experiences early. - Cruise Planner: Keep track of your personal schedule, reservations, and onboard activities all in one view. - Pre-Cruise Check-In: Complete your cruise checklist and ship manifest with ease – all directly within the app. - Explore the Fleet: Discover ship locations, view live webcams, and take virtual tours of your cruise ship. - Find & Book Cruises: Browse routes and book your next journey straight from the app. MXP is the only enterprise software company exclusively serving the cruise industry. Built on MXP’s cutting-edge platform, launched in 2025, the Xplorer Cruises app enables cruise lines to deliver a modern, connected digital experience – fully integrated with onboard and shoreside systems. Download now and take your cruise experience to the next level – smarter, easier, and more connected with Xplorer Cruises.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Crew Scan at every 6 weeks against Xplorer Cruises's every 6 months. Crew Scan also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). 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.
Crew Scan ships an update every 6 weeks, Xplorer Cruises every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Crew Scan | Xplorer Cruises |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carnival Cruise Lines | Marinexchange Software gmbH |
In-app purchases
Crew Scan
No in-app purchases
Xplorer Cruises
No in-app purchases
Questions
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