# Points Path vs Japan Like A Local

Points Path and Japan Like A Local both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Japan Like A Local's written reviews are positive against 56% of Points Path's. Japan Like A Local also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs weekly) and ratings volume (16 vs 2). Points Path's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Japan Like A Local sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Points Path asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Points Path against 5.0 for Japan Like A Local. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Japan Like A Local has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Points Path's written reviews are positive against 100% of Japan Like A Local's.

Points Path ships an update weekly, Japan Like A Local every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Points Path | Japan Like A Local |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/points-path/id6743861719/reviews) | [5.0 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-like-a-local/id6746701262/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tripsight Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804963972) | [Japan Like A Local LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817983259) |

## What reviewers say

### Points Path

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/points-path/id6743861719)

This tool integrates with Google Flights to display both cash and points prices for flights. It helps users determine the best time to use their frequent flyer miles for award travel.

**Highlights:** Integrates with Google Flights, Displays cash and points prices, Award flight search engine, Finds best travel rewards deals, Compares flight costs

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Japan Like A Local

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-like-a-local/id6746701262)

Plan your trip to Japan with practical advice, curated recommendations, and local insights. Avoid tourist traps and understand cultural nuances to travel confidently and enjoy your journey.

**Highlights:** Curated itineraries for various trip lengths, Local food, location, and photo guides, Cultural and etiquette guidance, Seasonal planning insights, Practical travel advice (transport, money, accommodation), Works before and during your trip

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Full Access | $14.99 | one-time |
| Map Locations | $19.99 | one-time |
| Full Access | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Points Path free?

Points Path is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Japan Like A Local free?

Japan Like A Local is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Points Path or Japan Like A Local?

Points Path and Japan Like A Local are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 16 ratings respectively.

### Do Points Path or Japan Like A Local have ads?

Neither Points Path nor Japan Like A Local shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Points Path or Japan Like A Local?

Points Path ships an update weekly, and Japan Like A Local every 4 days. Most recently, Points Path was updated on September 13, 2026 and Japan Like A Local on September 15, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*