The Ard vs Sharm App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Ard
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The ARD is not a travel app. It’s a cultural travel experience. The ARD connects travelers with places, people, and stories that don’t exist in traditional tourism platforms. We focus on authenticity, local culture, and meaningful journeys rather than mass travel. Whether you’re staying, exploring, planning, or discovering handmade treasures, every experience on The ARD is carefully curated to reflect the soul of the destination. What you can explore on The ARD: Unique Stays Stay in culturally rich accommodations, from desert camps to heritage homes. Each place is selected for its character, location, and connection to the land. Adventures
Sharm App
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Sharm is the app for Sharm El Sheikh. Whether you landed an hour ago or you live here, it puts the whole city in your pocket: where to eat, what to book, what's on tonight, and how to get food delivered to your door. EXPLORE THE CITY Browse hundreds of hand-checked places across Naama Bay, Old Market, SOHO Square, Hadaba and beyond. Restaurants, diving centers, hotels, beaches and nightlife, with photos, opening hours, prices and honest descriptions. Filter by area or mood, see what's open now, and find what's near you. TOURS AND EXCURSIONS Book boat trips to Ras Mohammed, desert safaris, Cairo and Luxor day trips and more, with instant confirmation and no waiting for approval. Clear pricing, what's included, and a guide you can message before you go. EVENTS Concerts, parties and shows across Sharm El Sheikh, updated constantly. See lineups, prices and dates, and grab tickets before they sell out. CHEAP FLIGHTS Compare hundreds of airlines and booking sites at once to find the best fare to or from Sharm El Sheikh. SHARM RADIO The sound of the city, on air 24/7. Keep it playing while you browse, at the beach, or by the pool. AND THE PRACTICAL STUFF Save places to your wishlist, message businesses directly, keep your bookings in one place, and reach emergency numbers fast when you need them. Available in English, Russian, Italian and German. Sharm El Sheikh changes fast. New places open, menus change, events come and go. Sharm is a living guide, updated as the city changes, so what you see in the app is what you'll find on the ground. Questions or feedback? Reach us at sharm.app/support.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Sharm App at every 5 days against The Ard's every 2 weeks. 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.
The Ard ships an update every 2 weeks, Sharm App every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Ard | Sharm App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mohamed Hisham | Menyo, LLC |
In-app purchases
The Ard
No in-app purchases
Sharm App
No in-app purchases









