Qgrabs vs SurfX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Qgrabs
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Since 2012, Qgrabs has proudly served as Qatar's premier destination for unbeatable deals and incredible savings. What started as a simple mission to help people save money has grown into a thriving community of smart Grabbers. With over 2.76 million vouchers sold and an impressive QAR 252 million saved by our loyal community, we've earned our reputation as Qatar's #1 daily deals platform. Thousands of residents and visitors trust Qgrabs every single day to discover the best offers across Qatar.
SurfX
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SurfX is the app for discovering and booking Qatar’s premium experiences. One place to find what’s worth your time, check real availability, and book in minutes, without scrolling through scattered Instagram pages, WhatsApp chats, and phone calls. This summer, SurfX brings the country’s best of the water and the sun into a single app. Water Sports Ride, glide, and learn on Qatar’s coastline and marinas. Book wakesurf and wakeboard sessions, jet ski rides, eFoil and kitesurf experiences, and surf lessons for every level. Pick your slot, see what’s included, and arrive ready to go. Beach Clubs and Day Passes Spend the day at Qatar’s most sought after beach clubs. Reserve sunbeds, pool access, and cabanas at curated venues, with clear pricing and what’s included shown upfront. No more messaging to ask if there’s space. Hotel Pools Get premium day access to hotel pools across Qatar, booked in advance with real availability. The quiet luxury day out, sorted in a few taps. Water Parks and Family Days Plan family outings and water park visits without the back and forth. Find what’s on, book your tickets, and go. Summer Marketplace Everything you need for the season in one shop. Swimwear, sunglasses, suncare, and lifestyle essentials from local brands, delivered or ready for pickup. How SurfX works Browse experiences near you. Check real time availability. Book in minutes. Arrive with your confirmation and QR code ready. Rate your experience and rebook your favourites with a tap. Built in Qatar, for the way the Gulf likes to play. SurfX starts with summer and keeps growing, with more experiences and seasons to come. Download SurfX and start exploring. hello@surfxapp.com surfxapp.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Qgrabs at weekly against SurfX's fortnightly. SurfX's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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.
Qgrabs ships an update weekly, SurfX fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Qgrabs | SurfX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Qgrabs.com | SurfX |
In-app purchases
Qgrabs
No in-app purchases
SurfX
No in-app purchases









