# PassageMaker vs Sub

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.

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

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | PassageMaker | Sub |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passagemaker/id842862592/reviews) | **[4.4 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sub-zero-group-owners-app/id1248991284/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 52 | **778** |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | **14.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 96 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flying Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600548072) | [Sub-Zero and Wolf](https://appshunter.io/developer/983988992) |

## 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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (47)**

| 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 |
| 2022 April | $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 |


### Sub

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sub-zero-group-owners-app/id1248991284)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Responsive and intuitive app
- 👍 Helpful notifications and alerts
- 🔒 Secure connection to appliances

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues and disconnects
- 🔍 Lack of actual temperature monitoring
- 🤔 Confusing setup and pairing process
- 🔍 Missing key features like remote start

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


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