Comparison

PassageMaker vs Sub

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

Head to head
About

PassageMaker

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
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PASSAGEMAKER is the trusted authority for 30+ years for trawler enthusiasts and long-range cruisers who live to venture beyond the reef. Rely on resources for purchase and building traditional or custom trawlers, plus multihulls, pilothouse, and bluewater motorsailers. Stay updated with the latest in engines, electronics, gear, and events. Site: https://PassageMaker.com FEATURES: -Optimized for Your Device: Enjoy a smooth, browser-friendly experience. -Offline Reading: Download issues to your device browser to read anytime, even without wifi. -Bookmarks: Save articles to revisit later. -Text View: Switch to a responsive reading view for comfort. -Reading Modes: Customize background (light, dark, sepia, gray) and adjust font size. -Interactive Table of Contents: Easily jump between articles. NOTE: When purchasing a subscription or single copy of this title, you agree to the privacy and policy and terms of use which can be viewed at http://Firecrown.com/Privacy-Policy and http://Firecrown.com/Terms-of-Use. PASSAGEMAKER publishes 8 issues a year, but reserves the right to change the number of issues in an annual term, including discontinuing any format and substituting and/or modifying the manner in which the subscription is distributed. Apple iOS Subscriptions: Subscription(s) will automatically renew via your Apple Account prior to the end of your subscription term. You can turn off the Apple auto-renew feature up to 24-hours before the end of your subscription by going into Apple Account Settings. Subscriptions cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period.

About

Sub

This app enhances your kitchen experience by guiding you through recipes from websites and a curated collection. It allows remote control and monitoring of Sub-Zero refrigeration, Cove dishwashing, and Wolf appliances, ensuring optimal performance and convenience.

Highlights
  • Guided cooking from online recipes
  • Chef-tested recipes optimized for Wolf appliances
  • Remote dishwasher control and monitoring
  • Refrigerator settings and alerts
  • Filter recipes by cooking mode
  • Bookmark and share recipes
Features
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Elevate your kitchen experience with the Sub-Zero Group Owner’s App. Connect your Wi-Fi-enabled appliances and enjoy greater control, personalized cooking, and now, integrated wine inventory management. • Build and manage your wine collection • Scan bottles to quickly add wines to your inventory • Track where each bottle is stored across locations • Organize your collection with filters, groups, and tags • View inventory history as wines are enjoyed over time • Enjoy a guided cooking experience with recipes tailored to your appliances • Set timers and view oven status directly from recipe steps • Monitor and control your appliances from anywhere • Receive notifications for appliance status, maintenance, and more The app also gives you powerful control over your Sub-Zero refrigeration and Cove dishwashing appliances. Start your dishwasher remotely, monitor cycles, and manage supplies Wine Inventory transforms a traditionally manual task into a simple, intuitive experience. Manage your collection, understand where your wines are stored, and stay connected to your kitchen in one place. Download now and get more from every Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove appliance.

Screenshots

PassageMaker4 screens
Sub4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sub at none against PassageMaker's 47. Sub also leads on ratings volume (778 vs 52) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). PassageMaker's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PassageMaker sells 47 in-app purchases, starting at $27.00 per year. Sub asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sub holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sub has 778 ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of PassageMaker's written reviews are positive against 15% of Sub's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, Sub every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PassageMaker versus Sub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassageMakerSub
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (52 ratings)4.4 (778 ratings) — better
Positive reviews6.7% of reviews14.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings52778 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB69 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFlying Media Group, LLCSub-Zero and Wolf

Customer experience

PassageMaker

All ratings52 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral1.9%
Negative17.3%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive6.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative93.3%

Sub

All ratings778 ratings
Positive85.1%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews176 reviews
Positive14.8%
Neutral8.5%
Negative76.7%

Bugs and requests

PassageMaker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Sub

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after recent updates
  • Unable to log in or register account
  • Appliances disappear from the app
  • Firmware update failures brick appliances

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Celsius temperature units
  • Provide real-time temperature and energy consumption data
  • Integrate with smart home platforms like Apple HomeKit

In-app purchases

47 purchases

PassageMaker

Subscriptions1
  • 1 Year | PassageMaker1 Month trial$27.001 Year
One-time46
  • April 2014 Issue$5.99
  • May/June 2014 Issue$5.99
  • January/February 2018$5.99
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  • 2020 03 Mar/Apr$5.99
  • September 2020$5.99
  • October 2020$5.99
  • January/February 2021$5.99
  • 2021 March$5.99
  • 2021 April$5.99
  • 2022 March$5.99
  • March 2023$5.99
  • July August 2023$5.99
  • 2023 Oct$5.99
  • January February 2024$5.99
  • November December 2023$5.99
  • May June 2023$5.99
  • 2026 March$5.99
  • 2022 April$5.99
  • January/February 2026$5.99
  • 2025 October$5.99
  • 2024 October$5.99
  • 2025 September$5.99
  • 2024 September$5.99
  • 2023 Sept$5.99
  • May/June 2019 issue$5.99
  • July/August 2025$5.99
  • July/August 2022$5.99
  • May/June 2020$5.99
  • July/August 2018 issue$5.99
  • May/June 2018 issue$5.99
  • October 2016 issue$5.99
  • January/February 2027$5.99
  • November/December 2026$5.99
  • July/August 2021$5.99
  • 2026 October$5.99
  • September 2019$5.99
  • January /February 2023$5.99
  • July/August 2017 issue$5.99
  • April 2017 issue$5.99
  • 2026 September$5.99
  • 2026 April$5.99
  • July/August 2024$5.99
  • May/June 2026$5.99
  • 2021 October$5.99
  • November/December 2018$5.99
  • May/Jun 2026$7.99
None

Sub

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PassageMaker free?
PassageMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sub free?
Sub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PassageMaker or Sub?
Sub is rated higher. PassageMaker averages 4.2 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Sub averages 4.4 from 778 ratings.
Do PassageMaker or Sub have ads?
Neither PassageMaker nor Sub shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PassageMaker or Sub?
PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, and Sub every 5 weeks. Most recently, PassageMaker was updated on October 20, 2026 and Sub on October 20, 2026.

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