# Expo Go vs App Store Connect

The clearest difference is ads: App Store Connect at none against Expo Go's shown. App Store Connect also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Expo Go's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Expo Go against 4.7 for App Store Connect. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.8K and 15K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 56% and 55% positive.

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, App Store Connect every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Expo Go | App Store Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expo-go/id982107779/reviews)** | [4.7 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-store-connect/id1234793120/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7.8K | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.5% of reviews** | 55.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | #10 |
| Size | 116 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Nametag](https://appshunter.io/developer/905743090) | [Apple](https://appshunter.io/developer/284417353) |

## What reviewers say

### Expo Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expo-go/id982107779)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Build mobile applications using web technologies like JavaScript and React. This tool allows you to develop interactive experiences with gestures and graphics directly from your iOS device and computer. Some programming experience is recommended for optimal use.

**Highlights:** Build apps with web technologies, Interactive gesture and graphics development, JavaScript and React support, iOS device and computer integration, React Native 0.81.1 support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and fast development
- 👍 Great for testing apps on real devices
- 💡 Helpful for beginners and experts
- 🚀 Efficient development process
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🔒 Compatibility issues with older versions
- 🐛 Inability to open projects or scan QR codes
- 🐛 Persistent login and account issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Unable to connect to development server
- Persistent white screen issues
- Inability to delete or manage accounts

**Requested features**

- Bring back QR code scanning functionality
- Improve SDK compatibility and backward support
- Add more customization and configuration options
- Enhance debugging and error reporting tools


### App Store Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-store-connect/id1234793120)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage your apps and submissions directly from your iPhone or iPad. Monitor sales, respond to reviews, manage testers, and generate marketing assets on the go. Receive important notifications about your app's performance and status.

**Highlights:** App status and submission management, Tester group and build management, Sales and trends monitoring, Customer ratings and reviews, Marketing asset generation, Key event notifications

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient app for managing apps
- 🚀 Quick response and easy to use
- 📢 Helpful for responding to reviews
- 🔍 Provides good overview of app performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Delayed data and analytics
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to website
- 🔒 Login issues and frequent sign-outs

**Reported bugs**

- Reviews section crashes the app
- Trends data not updating correctly
- Login fields sometimes disabled
- Inconsistent behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for TestFlight management
- Improve trends and analytics features
- Allow custom date ranges for data
- Provide more detailed app metrics
- Add translations for reviews


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Expo Go free?

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

### Is App Store Connect free?

App Store Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Expo Go or App Store Connect?

Expo Go is rated higher. Expo Go averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while App Store Connect averages 4.7 from 15K ratings.

### Do Expo Go or App Store Connect have ads?

Expo Go shows ads; App Store Connect does not.

### Which is updated more often, Expo Go or App Store Connect?

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, and App Store Connect every 3 months. Most recently, Expo Go was updated on October 27, 2026 and App Store Connect on October 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Expo Go or App Store Connect?

Expo Go currently peaks at #8 in the App Store charts, and App Store Connect at #10. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*