AxTravel vs Detour
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AxTravel
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Discover the world with AxTravel — your ultimate travel blog and guide in one app. Explore breathtaking destinations, uncover hidden gems, and get expert travel tips to plan smarter, more memorable trips. WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH AXTRAVEL: • Browse curated travel guides from around the world • Discover hidden gems and unique destinations • Plan trips with practical tips and insights • Read inspiring travel stories and experiences • Find budget-friendly travel ideas • Explore city guides, attractions, and must-see spots • Navigate destinations easily with integrated maps PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE: • Save your favorite destinations for later • Get notified when new travel guides and stories are published WHY AXTRAVEL? AxTravel brings together inspiration and planning in one place—so whether you're dreaming, researching, or ready to go, you have everything you need. PERFECT FOR: • Solo travelers • Budget explorers • Adventure seekers • Anyone who loves discovering new places Start your next journey with AxTravel.
Detour
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Detour helps you find the unusual, overlooked, and downright weird places hiding all across America. Over 5,600 points of interest across all 50 states. From roadside oddities and abandoned places to natural wonders and quirky local landmarks. The spots tourists miss and locals love. EXPLORE THE MAP Browse thousands of hidden gems on a live map. Filter by category. Search by name or location. Zoom into any state and discover what makes it unique. PLAN YOUR ROUTE Headed somewhere? Search your destination and Detour shows you every interesting stop along the way. Turn any drive into an adventure. WHAT YOU WILL FIND Roadside attractions, strange museums, forgotten monuments, hidden natural wonders, historic oddities, unusual architecture, local legends, and places you never knew existed. NO ADS. NO TRACKING. NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED. Just open the app and start exploring. Your location stays on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Detour at monthly against AxTravel's every 5 months. 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.
AxTravel ships an update every 5 months, Detour monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AxTravel | Detour |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 115 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alfred Muhumuza | Daniel Grande |
In-app purchases
AxTravel
No in-app purchases
Detour
No in-app purchases







