Stays Local vs Explorio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stays Local
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Plan your perfect trip to Cyprus with StaysLocal, the all-in-one platform for booking hotels, villas, apartments and pet hotels exploring local highlights, and connecting directly with property owners. Whether you're a tourist visiting Cyprus or a local property owner, StaysLocal makes travel simple, secure, and enjoyable. For Travelers Search & Book: Discover hotels, villas, apartments and pet hotels with advanced filters, photos, and ratings. Plan Smarter: View curated city and town highlights shared by locals. Stay Connected: Chat directly with property owners for questions and details. Favorites & History: Save your favorite stays and access your booking history anytime. Social Travel: Find friends by username and plan trips together. For Property Owners (Cyprus-based) Easy Onboarding: Register and list your property in minutes. Smart Dashboard: Track reservations, manage availability, and view guest details. Revenue Tracking: Monitor your wallet balance, earnings, and request withdrawals. Property Management: Upload images, update pricing, and keep your listings up-to-date. Why StaysLocal? Built for Cyprus - trusted, local-first booking experience. Secure login and chat with Firebase-powered authentication and Sign in with Apple. Coming Soon Integrated payment gateways (PayPal, Apple Pay), AI-powered travel recommendations, loyalty rewards, AR/VR property tours, and multilingual support (Greek, Turkish, English). Start your Cyprus adventure today with StaysLocal, where locals and travelers connect for the best stays.
Explorio
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Book your Cyprus day out in one app. Explorio helps hotel guests and travellers find and book local activities — boats, tours, rides and more — curated around Cyprus. • Discover experiences near your hotel • Browse by category, price and vibe • Interactive map with real locations • Quick quiz to match your perfect day • Transparent “from” prices in your currency • Secure booking with instant ticket • Add your pass to Apple Wallet • Manage bookings in My Bookings Pay a small online deposit; the rest is settled with the provider on the day. No account required to browse — sign in only when you want your bookings across devices. Download Explorio and make the most of your stay in Cyprus.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Explorio at every 3 days against Stays Local's every 3 weeks. Stays Local'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.
Stays Local ships an update every 3 weeks, Explorio every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stays Local | Explorio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 104 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adamos christodoulou | GC Hospitality Labs LTD |
In-app purchases
Stays Local
No in-app purchases
Explorio
No in-app purchases
