# PayServices Network vs Gridwise

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PayServices Network at none against Gridwise's 14. PayServices Network also leads on ads (none vs shown). Gridwise's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 50%) and ratings volume (29K vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gridwise sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. PayServices Network asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PayServices Network against 4.9 for Gridwise. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gridwise has 29K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of PayServices Network's written reviews are positive against 75% of Gridwise's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PayServices Network | Gridwise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payservices-network/id944122592/reviews)** | [4.9 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **29K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **75.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#34** |
| Size | 63 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PayServices Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/941388408) | [Gridwise, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215991381) |

## What reviewers say

### PayServices Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payservices-network/id944122592)

Connect with local businesses, news, and events. Buy and sell products, pay bills, report issues, and track activities within your community. A comprehensive platform for local engagement and services.

**Highlights:** Access local businesses, Local news and events, Buy and sell products/services, Pay bills, Report community issues, Track activities

**In-app purchases:** none


### Gridwise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

This app helps gig, hourly, and freelance workers maximize their earnings and control expenses. It tracks mileage, provides insights into profitable opportunities, and simplifies tax preparation. Join a community of over a million workers to earn and keep more.

**Highlights:** Track mileage and expenses, Boost earnings with insights, Automatic earnings download, Airport and local event insights, Tax preparation simplification, Exclusive user perks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gridwise Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $42.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent mileage and earnings tracking
- 📊 Detailed insights and analytics
- 🔍 Helpful airport and event information
- 💰 Saves money on taxes
- 🤝 Good customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing issues with gig apps
- 🔍 Limited insights for some markets
- 💰 Premium subscription may not be worth it for some users
- 🔧 Manual entry required for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Airport and event information not always accurate
- Mileage tracking not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track tolls and parking expenses
- Improve mileage tracking automation
- Expand insights and recommendations to more markets
- Allow multiple shifts per day


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PayServices Network free?

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

### Is Gridwise free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PayServices Network or Gridwise?

PayServices Network is rated higher. PayServices Network averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Gridwise averages 4.9 from 29K ratings.

### Do PayServices Network or Gridwise have ads?

Gridwise shows ads; PayServices Network does not.

### Which is updated more often, PayServices Network or Gridwise?

PayServices Network ships an update every 3 weeks, and Gridwise every 3 weeks. Most recently, PayServices Network was updated on October 12, 2026 and Gridwise on October 26, 2026.

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