Comparison

Spencer Coffee vs The Fish Guy

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

Head to head
About

Spencer Coffee

Features
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Order on the app, then grab and go from the Mark Spencer Hotel Lobby – Coffee, Elevated. Welcome to the Spencer Coffee app—crafted for guests who appreciate specialty coffee and convenience in equal measure. Open on the weekends and located right in the Mark Spencer Hotel lobby—our café offers more than just a great cup of coffee. Grab a breakfast sandwich, pastry or cookie to accompany your coffee. Not a coffee lover? Then order a specialty tea, juice or milk. Whether you're headed out for a meeting or lounging in your room, our app makes it effortless to enjoy your favorite brew—right here, right now, or even after you've checked out. Your Coffee Companion During (and After) Your Stay: Order Ahead & Skip the Line Mornings can be a rush—especially when you're traveling. Use the app to order coffee, tea, or pastries directly from your room and pick them up on your way out. No waiting, no stress—just grab, go, and glow. Loyalty Rewards & Exclusive Offers Every purchase earns points toward discounts, free drinks, and perks—whether you’re staying for one night or a week. Our loyalty program travels with you, so even after you leave the hotel, the rewards keep brewing. Explore Specialty Coffee Discover what makes our coffee special. From single-origin Dominican beans to award-winning roasts from Colombia and Brazil, every sip tells a story. Browse detailed product descriptions, flavor profiles, and videos—right in the app. Seamless Mobile Payments No need to charge it to the room. Pay instantly through the app and breeze through pickup. Whether you're in a robe or a business suit, getting your coffee should be simple and secure. Whole Bean Spencer Coffee Loved what you tried during your stay? Bags of Whole Bean Spencer Coffee is also available for purchase at the Spencer Café

About

The Fish Guy

Features
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Fresh fish, shellfish, prepared foods, tinned fish, and gift kits -- sourced the way Chicago's best kitchens demand. Order for same-day delivery within 12 miles, or pick up at 4423 N. Elston Ave, Albany Park -- just off the expressway. Buy the same fish used by your favorite restaurants.

Screenshots

Spencer Coffee3 screens
The Fish Guy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spencer Coffee at none against The Fish Guy's shown. Spencer Coffee also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spencer Coffee ships an update every 5 days, The Fish Guy every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Spencer Coffee versus The Fish Guy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpencer CoffeeThe Fish Guy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB42 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperSavorLiveeGrowcery Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Spencer Coffee

No in-app purchases

None

The Fish Guy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spencer Coffee free?
Spencer Coffee is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Fish Guy free?
The Fish Guy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spencer Coffee or The Fish Guy have ads?
The Fish Guy shows ads; Spencer Coffee does not.
Which is updated more often, Spencer Coffee or The Fish Guy?
Spencer Coffee ships an update every 5 days, and The Fish Guy every 6 weeks. Most recently, Spencer Coffee was updated on October 30, 2026 and The Fish Guy on October 28, 2026.

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