# ParkBoston vs CodeCatch

The clearest difference is rating: CodeCatch at 5.0 against ParkBoston's 4.5. CodeCatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). ParkBoston's advantage is ratings volume (872 vs 1) and chart position (#196 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

CodeCatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ParkBoston has 872 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | ParkBoston | CodeCatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (872 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkboston-boston-parking/id953579075/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codecatch/id6451224317/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **872** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#196** | — |
| Size | 118 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [City of Boston](https://appshunter.io/developer/330894561) | [ACHILLES CAPITAL CORP.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773004274) |

## What reviewers say

### ParkBoston

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkboston-boston-parking/id953579075)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Manage your parking sessions in Boston with the official app. Pay, extend, and view parking rates and history from your smartphone. Receive alerts before your session ends and avoid the hassle of meters.

**Highlights:** Pay for parking via smartphone, Extend parking sessions remotely, View future parking rates, Receive parking session alerts, Manage parking history, Get email receipts

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient parking payments
- 🚀 Helpful parking reminders
- 🚀 Effective GPS and zone identification
- 👍 Streamlines parking process

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable app functionality
- 🐛 Inconsistent zone/location mapping
- 🐛 Parking history/records disappearing
- 🐛 Unexpected charges and fees
- 🐛 Inability to extend parking sessions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to save license plate or payment info
- Discrepancies between app and actual parking zones
- Paid parking sessions not registering properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to view parking history
- Option to redeem unused parking time
- Improved zone/location mapping accuracy
- Streamlined payment process with fewer steps
- Customizable parking reminders and alerts


### CodeCatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codecatch/id6451224317)

Discover hidden gems in Puerto Rico with this social travel app. Explore lesser-known attractions, connect with other travelers, and compete for points by scanning QR codes at various sites. Turn your tourism experience into an exciting competition and climb the global leaderboard.

**Highlights:** Explore lesser-known tourist attractions, Connect with other travelers, Compete for points by scanning QR codes, Climb the global leaderboard, Social media integration for travel

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ParkBoston free?

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

### Is CodeCatch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ParkBoston or CodeCatch?

CodeCatch is rated higher. ParkBoston averages 4.5 out of 5 from 872 ratings, while CodeCatch averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ParkBoston or CodeCatch have ads?

ParkBoston shows ads; CodeCatch does not.

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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.*