# Expo Go vs Rev for Vercel

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.

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.

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.

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, Rev for Vercel every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Expo Go | Rev for Vercel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expo-go/id982107779/reviews)** | [4.4 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rev-for-vercel/id6740740427/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.8K** | 90 |
| Positive reviews | **55.5% of reviews** | 45.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | #37 |
| Size | 116 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nametag](https://appshunter.io/developer/905743090) | [FarFetched](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737990864) |

## 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


### Rev for Vercel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rev-for-vercel/id6740740427)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Free · Developer Tools, #91 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rev Ultimate Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Ultimate | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Rev Ultimate Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Rev Ultimate Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Rev Ultimate Lifetime | $12.00 | one-time |
| Rev Ultimate Lifetime | $17.99 | one-time |
| Rev Ultimate Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Rev Ultimate Lifetime | $24.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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 29, 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 #37. 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.*