Comparison

Expo Go vs Rev for Vercel

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Expo Go

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
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Start learning to build projects using web technologies with just your iOS device. Expo Go is an educational developer tool for learning to create experiences with interactive gestures and graphics using JavaScript and React. Note: some basic programming experience is recommended. Technical specs: this version of Expo uses React Native 0.86

About

Rev for Vercel

Manage your Vercel projects and deployments on the go. Monitor project activity, control deployments, manage domains, and view logs in real-time. Ideal for indie hackers and developers who need constant access to their Vercel instances.

Highlights
  • Project overview and browsing
  • Deployment actions (re-deploy, promote, rollback)
  • Domain management (add, remove, view status)
  • Real-time build and function logs
  • Observability and firewall monitoring
  • Environment variable management
Features
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A client to manage your Vercel projects and much more. Bring your indie hacking journey everywhere you go with Rev! ▲ PROJECTS - Most Recent Projects at a glance - Browse All Projects on your team(s) ▲ DEPLOYMENTS - Actions: Re-deploy, Promote, Rollback, and Cancel - Distinguish the Current Live Deployment - View Build Logs, Outputs, Source File Inputs and Functions - Assigned Domains for Deployment (branch & commit specific) ▲ DOMAINS - Actions: Add and Remove - Domain Configuration Status (Valid/Invalid) - Redirect Details - Tap to copy for DNS details ▲ LOGS - Build Logs in real time - Function & Request Logs for any Project - Expand Log Details - Filters Galore ▲ OBSERVABILITY & FIREWALL - Keep an eye on activity - Respond to anomalies immediately ▲ ENVIRONMENT - Add or Remove Env Variables - Edit Environment Variables That’s it folks! This text isn't gonna get any more interesting. I mean, I think we've pretty much covered all the good stuff. Still here? Ummmm, ok. How's everything? Good? Cool cool cool. What are you looking for? The app description is over. For real, check out the app. It's way better than hanging out in the App Store this long. Wow, you're dedicated. Do you just love app descriptions? Weird. OK, we're gonna go now. Bye. Terms of Service: https://farfetched.xyz/revcel/terms NOTICE & ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1. API tokens are stored locally on your device, and never leave it. 2. Rev is OSS (Open Source Software), feel free to open an Issue or PR at github.com/revcel/revcel 3. This is not a replacement for the Vercel website. Certain actions, such as creating new projects, should be done directly in the web dashboard. Rev is a third party client, not affiliated with or developed by Vercel Inc. © FarFetched 2026. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

Expo Go4 screens
Rev for Vercel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Expo Go at none against Rev for Vercel's 8. Expo Go also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (7.8K vs 90). Rev for Vercel's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Rev for Vercel sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Expo Go asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Expo Go holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Expo Go has 7.8K ratings behind it against 90, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Expo Go's written reviews are positive against 45% of Rev for Vercel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, Rev for Vercel every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Expo Go versus Rev for Vercel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExpo GoRev for Vercel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (7.8K ratings) — better4.4 (90 ratings)
Positive reviews55.5% of reviews — better45.5% of reviews
Number of ratings7.8K — better90
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#8 — better#35
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNametagFarFetched

Customer experience

Expo Go

All ratings7,715 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews1,025 reviews
Positive55.5%
Neutral8.5%
Negative36.0%

Rev for Vercel

All ratings89 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral1.1%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative54.5%

Bugs and requests

Expo Go

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Rev for Vercel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Expo Go

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Rev for Vercel

Subscriptions4
  • Rev Ultimate Monthly$2.491 Month
  • Ultimate$2.497 Days
  • Rev Ultimate Yearly$6.991 Year
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  • Rev Ultimate Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time4
  • Rev Ultimate Lifetime$12.00
  • Rev Ultimate Lifetime$17.99
  • Rev Ultimate Lifetime$19.99
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  • Rev Ultimate Lifetime$24.00

Questions

Is Expo Go free?
Expo Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rev for Vercel free?
Rev for Vercel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Expo Go or Rev for Vercel?
Expo Go is rated higher. Expo Go averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while Rev for Vercel averages 4.4 from 90 ratings.
Do Expo Go or Rev for Vercel have ads?
Expo Go shows ads; Rev for Vercel does not.
Which is updated more often, Expo Go or Rev for Vercel?
Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, and Rev for Vercel every 2 weeks. Most recently, Expo Go was updated on October 28, 2026 and Rev for Vercel on October 28, 2026.
Which is more popular, Expo Go or Rev for Vercel?
Expo Go currently peaks at #8 in the App Store charts, and Rev for Vercel at #35. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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