# PassageMaker vs Kruger Magazine

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kruger Magazine at 67% against PassageMaker's 7%. Kruger Magazine also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2). PassageMaker's advantage is ratings volume (52 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PassageMaker sells 47 in-app purchases, starting at $27.00 per year and Kruger Magazine sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kruger Magazine holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PassageMaker has 52 ratings behind it against 2, 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 67% of Kruger Magazine's.

PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, Kruger Magazine every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PassageMaker | Kruger Magazine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passagemaker/id842862592/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kruger-magazine/id1509724560/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **52** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 89 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flying Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600548072) | [MLP Media Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509724559) |

## 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 |


### Kruger Magazine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kruger-magazine/id1509724560)

Explore Africa's Greater Kruger Lowveld through stunning photography and expert journalism. This quarterly magazine celebrates wildlife, nature, culture, and unique visitor experiences in the region.

**Highlights:** Expert journalism and photography, Seasonally themed quarterly issues, Content for wildlife lovers and travelers, Focus on Greater Kruger region, Digital magazine format, Subscription options available

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| 2017 Summer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2018 Summer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2019 Winter | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2019 Summer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2020 Autumn | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2020 Winter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2020 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2020 Summer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2021 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2021 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2022-2023 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Winter 2023 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2021 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2023 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2025 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2024-2025 | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PassageMaker free?

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

### Is Kruger Magazine free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PassageMaker or Kruger Magazine?

Kruger Magazine is rated higher. PassageMaker averages 4.2 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Kruger Magazine averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do PassageMaker or Kruger Magazine have ads?

Neither PassageMaker nor Kruger Magazine shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PassageMaker or Kruger Magazine?

PassageMaker ships an update every 3 months, and Kruger Magazine every 4 months. Most recently, PassageMaker was updated on October 24, 2026 and Kruger Magazine on October 27, 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.*