# PassageMaker vs TEDxFoggyBottom

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TEDxFoggyBottom at 100% against PassageMaker's 7%. TEDxFoggyBottom also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 46). PassageMaker's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (51 vs 13). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PassageMaker sells 46 in-app purchases, starting at $27.00 per year. TEDxFoggyBottom asks for nothing beyond the download.

TEDxFoggyBottom holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of PassageMaker's written reviews are positive against 100% of TEDxFoggyBottom's.

PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, TEDxFoggyBottom every 12 months. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PassageMaker | TEDxFoggyBottom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passagemaker/id842862592/reviews) | **[5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tedxfoggybottom/id1226112814/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 97 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +12 | 17+ |
| Developer | [Flying Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600548072) | [The George Washington University](https://appshunter.io/developer/395606025) |

## What reviewers say

### PassageMaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passagemaker/id842862592)

Access a wealth of information for trawler enthusiasts and long-range cruisers. Discover resources for purchasing and building various boat types, and stay informed about the latest in marine technology and events.

**Highlights:** Offline reading of downloaded issues, Customizable reading modes (light, dark, sepia), Adjustable font sizes, Interactive table of contents, Bookmark saved articles

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (46)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year \| PassageMaker | $27.00 | per year |
| April 2014 Issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2014 Issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| January/February 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2020 03 Mar/Apr | $5.99 | one-time |
| September 2020 | $5.99 | one-time |
| October 2020 | $5.99 | one-time |
| January/February 2021 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2021 March | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2021 April | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2022 March | $5.99 | one-time |
| March 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July August 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2023 Oct | $5.99 | one-time |
| January February 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| November December 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May June 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2026 March | $5.99 | one-time |
| January/February 2026 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2025 October | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2024 October | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2025 September | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2024 September | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2023 Sept | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2019 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2022 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2020 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2018 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2018 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| October 2016 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| January/February 2027 | $5.99 | one-time |
| November/December 2026 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2021 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2026 October | $5.99 | one-time |
| September 2019 | $5.99 | one-time |
| January /February 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2017 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| April 2017 issue | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2026 September | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2026 April | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2026 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2021 October | $5.99 | one-time |
| November/December 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/Jun 2026 | $7.99 | one-time |


### TEDxFoggyBottom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tedxfoggybottom/id1226112814)

Explore the schedule, speaker bios, and interactive exhibits for a full-day event focused on societal reactions and evolution. This app enhances your experience of the 2019 theme, REACTION, with engaging content.

**Highlights:** Browse event schedule, Learn about speakers, Preview interactive exhibits, Explore 2019 theme: REACTION, Full-day event experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PassageMaker free?

PassageMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TEDxFoggyBottom free?

TEDxFoggyBottom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PassageMaker or TEDxFoggyBottom?

TEDxFoggyBottom is rated higher. PassageMaker averages 4.2 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while TEDxFoggyBottom averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.

### Do PassageMaker or TEDxFoggyBottom have ads?

Neither PassageMaker nor TEDxFoggyBottom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PassageMaker or TEDxFoggyBottom?

PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, and TEDxFoggyBottom every 12 months. Most recently, PassageMaker was updated on September 22, 2026 and TEDxFoggyBottom on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*