Comparison

Hostelbird vs E4EV India

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

Head to head
About

Hostelbird

Find and book affordable hostels across India for backpackers, solo travelers, and groups. Discover curated stays in top destinations, connect with fellow travelers, and enjoy a simple booking experience.

Highlights
  • Discover curated hostels
  • Book affordable stays
  • Connect with travelers
  • Simple booking experience
  • Supports top Indian destinations
Features
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Discover. Connect. Stay Smart with HostelBird. Find and book the best hostels across India with ease. Whether you’re a backpacker, solo traveler, or group explorer, HostelBird helps you discover affordable stays that bring you closer to culture, adventure, and new friendships. Why HostelBird? Curated hostels across top Indian destinations Affordable stays that suit every budget Connect with like-minded travelers Simple, secure, and fast booking experience From beach vibes in Goa to mountain treks in Himachal, HostelBird is your travel companion for unforgettable journeys. Download now and start your adventure today!

About

E4EV India

Features
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E4EV India App is the easiest way to find and use EV charging stations in India. You can: -Find nearby charging stations -See real-time availability -Easy Pay for charging Download the E4EV India app today and start driving electric with confidence!

Screenshots

Hostelbird4 screens
E4EV India4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: E4EV India at every 3 days against Hostelbird's every 10 days. E4EV India also leads on 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

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

Hostelbird ships an update every 10 days, E4EV India every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hostelbird versus E4EV India: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHostelbirdE4EV India
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAabid HussainEMCOR POWER SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Hostelbird

No in-app purchases

None

E4EV India

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hostelbird free?
Hostelbird is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is E4EV India free?
E4EV India is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hostelbird or E4EV India have ads?
Neither Hostelbird nor E4EV India shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hostelbird or E4EV India?
Hostelbird ships an update every 10 days, and E4EV India every 3 days. Most recently, Hostelbird was updated on October 9, 2026 and E4EV India on October 15, 2026.

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