Comparison

GearsLib vs CampPack

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

Head to head
About

GearsLib

Features
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GearsLib — built for users who care about gear weight and need checklist verification. No sign-up required; jump in immediately. The free version already covers the core needs for packing, making every trip prep more precise. Whether you’re summiting, camping, or on a multi-day trek, GearsLib makes gear planning effortless. Key advantages at a glance: - Zero barrier: no account or login—open and use instantly. - Lightning-fast actions: add gear quickly, calculate weights by itinerary, and create custom gear stickers—efficient and time-saving. - Visual-first design: smooth category switching, dynamic weight charts, and per-day food planning for better packing decisions. - Clean, distraction-free UI: no ads, prioritizes gear/weight data, lightweight icons and sensible spacing, plus night mode for comfortable planning after dark. - Features within reach: list management and weight stats are front and center, common actions one tap away, and shareable long images or text. Supports iCloud backup/restore and imports from Excel, CSV, or ZIP to build lists quickly; export to Excel or ZIP (with icons) for backups—your data stays under your control. In short: whether mountaineering, camping, or multi-day hiking, GearsLib is a practical, worry-free gear planning companion — try it now.

About

CampPack

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Stop asking "Did I pack that?" on your way to the campsite. CampPack is a camping gear checklist app built for campers of all levels. With 150+ built-in camping items organized by category, building your perfect packing list is as easy as tapping what you need. KEY FEATURES ▸ Create separate checklists for each camping trip ▸ 150+ built-in camping items — tap to add instantly ▸ Copy items from past trips in one tap ▸ Category-organized groups for easy browsing ▸ Check off items as you pack ▸ Drag & drop to reorder items your way ▸ Add notes for sizes, quantities, or reminders PERFECT FOR ▸ Beginners who aren't sure what to bring ▸ Experienced campers managing gear across trips ▸ Solo campers, family campers, and glampers ▸ Anyone tired of forgetting essential items CATEGORIES Tents & Tarps / Sleeping Gear / Tables & Chairs / Cooking / Fire & Fuel / Tableware / Campfire & Heating / Lighting / Clothing / Safety & Hygiene / Tools & Accessories — 11 categories covering everything you need. WHY CAMPPACK • Works completely offline — no signal at the campsite? No problem. • No account required — download and start packing immediately. • Reuse past trips — copy your gear list in one tap, no starting from scratch. • 11 organized categories — find what you need at a glance. Download now and start packing for your next adventure.

Screenshots

GearsLib4 screens
CampPack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CampPack at none against GearsLib's 1. CampPack also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 9 days). GearsLib's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GearsLib sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CampPack asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GearsLib ships an update every 9 days, CampPack daily. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
GearsLib versus CampPack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGearsLibCampPack
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer萌萌 刘Michitaka Oyama

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GearsLib

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99
None

CampPack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GearsLib free?
GearsLib is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CampPack free?
CampPack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GearsLib or CampPack have ads?
CampPack shows ads; GearsLib does not.
Which is updated more often, GearsLib or CampPack?
GearsLib ships an update every 9 days, and CampPack daily. Most recently, GearsLib was updated on October 28, 2026 and CampPack on October 25, 2026.

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