Springly vs Discover Old Florida
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Springly
Explore Florida's freshwater springs with an interactive map and essential quick facts. Easily plan your next swimming, paddling, or day trip with curated information on over 100 springs.
- Interactive map with locate me
- Quick facts (magnitude, temp, flow)
- Magnitude filter
- 100+ curated springs
- Simple, fast interface
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Dive into Florida's natural wonders with Springly -- the premier offline guide and interactive map to over 1,000 freshwater springs across the Sunshine State! Whether you’re hunting for hidden 1st magnitude swimming holes, floating down the crystal-clear Ichetucknee river, snorkeling with manatees, or scouting cave dives, Springly delivers everything you need to plan the ultimate freshwater adventure. EXPLORE OVER 1,000+ FLORIDA SPRINGS • Comprehensive directory of First, Second, and Third Magnitude springs, plus thermal and cold water vents throughout Florida and beyond. • Search instantly by spring name, county, outflow river, or nearby city. • Advanced filters: quickly isolate springs by Magnitude rank, Swimmable areas, Tubing runs, Scuba diving allowances, or Live USGS gauges. INTERACTIVE OFFLINE-READY VECTOR MAPS • Fast, responsive vector maps powered by MapLibre and OpenFreeMap. • Color-coded map pins indicating magnitude classification, thermal properties, and your personal visited status. • Tap-to-focus navigation: inspect spring locations and get one-tap directions via Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze. • 100% offline database ensures complete access deep in Ocala National Forest or Suwannee river basins with zero cellular reception. LIVE USGS NWIS WATER TELEMETRY • Real-time hydrological data streamed directly from official USGS river gauges. • Check current water temperatures before you dive (verify that refreshing 72°F plunge!). • Monitor live streamflow discharge (cfs / mgd) and gauge heights to time the best tubing and paddling conditions. DETAILED SPRING PROFILES & VITALS • High-resolution photography of vents, spring runs, and surrounding parks. • Key vitals at a glance: magnitude classification, vent depth, daily flow rate, ownership (State Parks, County, USFS, Private), and water clarity. • Amenities breakdown: restrooms, boardwalks, picnic areas, kayak rentals, dive permits, and admission details. TRACK YOUR VISITS & PERSONAL JOURNAL • Mark springs as Visited and curate your personal bucket list with Favorites. • Keep private journal notes for every spring -- record water clarity, wildlife sightings, parking tips, and memories. • Track your exploration progress across all 33 First Magnitude wonders. • Complete privacy: 100% on-device storage with JSON backup and restore. No accounts, no logins, and zero advertising. PARKMARKER COMPANION INTEGRATION • Seamlessly connected to our sister app, ParkMarker! • Springs located within Florida State Parks (Ichetucknee, Rainbow Springs, Wakulla, Wekiwa) and National Forests feature direct companion links to track state park passport stamps, trail guides, and park amenities. Download Springly today and discover the crystal-clear magic of Florida's freshwater springs!
Discover Old Florida
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The real Florida is still out here. Discover Old Florida is your guide to the Nature Coast's last authentic river towns — Homosassa, Chassahowitzka, and Ozello — where the springs run clear, the scallops run seasonal, and the fishing is as good as it gets. Rooted in History, Inspired by Nature. EXPLORE — A living map of the places that make Old Florida old Florida: waterfront fish camps, distilleries, coffee roasters, river guides, vacation rentals, and the businesses locals actually use. Filter by what you're after — food, drinks, tours, waterfront — and find your next favorite dock. CHECK IN & EARN — Visit a partner, check in on the spot (or scan their check-in code from the water), and build your points. Points unlock partner rewards — a free tasting flight here, a pint glass there — and your lifetime standing climbs the DOF tiers from River Rookie to Old Florida Original. BADGES — Seasonal and forever: First Splash, River Regular, Scallop Splash, and limited weekend campaigns. Collect the coast. EVENTS — Live music on the river, cleanups, festivals, and what's on tonight — with reminders for the ones you heart. TODAY ON THE RIVER — Sunset, tide, and weather for the Homosassa River, every time you open the app. Plan the run before you leave the dock. Old Florida isn't gone. It's just off the main road.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Discover Old Florida at every 5 days against Springly's every 13 months. Springly's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Springly ships an update every 13 months, Discover Old Florida every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Springly | Discover Old Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 138 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Trailmarker Studios LLC | Brandon Marquis |
In-app purchases
Springly
No in-app purchases
Discover Old Florida
No in-app purchases
Questions
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