# StayFree: Vanlife Wild Camping

> Campspot: RV, Camp, Campground

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1439159740](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1439159740)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1439159740`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** StayFree GmbH
- **Category:** Travel
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (196 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.7.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-12
- **First published:** 2018-10-19
- **Size:** 86 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/stayfree-vanlife-wild-camping/id1439159740)
- **Website:** [https://stayfree.app](https://stayfree.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.stayfree.app/datenschutzerkl%C3%A4rung-app?lang=de](https://www.stayfree.app/datenschutzerkl%C3%A4rung-app?lang=de)

## Description

StayFree: the ONLY app to find the most beautiful camping & vanlife spots all around the world - fast, easy and for free!

Search 100,000+ wild camping locations, parking areas, RV parks, motorhome sites, and campsites added by the StayFree community. Use 50+ filters to find the perfect site, read reviews, and plan your road trip with effortless navigation.

Join the StayFree COMMUNITY to connect with fellow vanlifers, add new spots, share favorites privately with friends, track trips with Travel Tracker, and earn badges as you explore. StayFree also promotes responsible camping with a built-in Clean-up mindset and premium features like ad-free browsing and private spot lists.

## Rankings

- #109,510 — Overall
- #4 — stayfree

## Review summary

Overall, reviews are mixed with strong negative sentiments. A few users praise the app as helpful and great for free camping guidance. However, most reviews complain that data is sparse or unreliable, with markers hard to see on maps. Billing issues are frequent: failed free trials and unexpected annual charges with refunds often requested. Many reviewers also call the service scam-like. Usability is criticized as not intuitive, with limited search options (names or van only) and poor map visibility. Improvements in data coverage, pricing reliability, and user experience are commonly requested.

### Pros

- Helpful for finding free camping options.
- App is appreciated by users and described as great by some.
- Provides guidance for free camping that users value.

### Cons

- Data coverage and reliability are poor: spots are sparse or unreliable and map markers are hard to see.
- Billing and trial issues: failed sign-ups, unexpected annual charges, and refund requests.
- Usability issues: not intuitive or user-friendly interface.
- Limited search functionality: filters are restricted (names or van only) and lack location-based search.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1439159740)