GAFFL Downloads & RevenueGAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy · App Store & Google Play
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy by GAFFL is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy update history & changes
Last change · 28 events since 3 Jan 2020Full timeline ↓Full timeline · 28 events
- ✏️GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy: app got biggeriOS164 MB → 201 MB (+22%)
- ✏️GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy: runs on older iOSiOSiOS 15.6 → iOS 15.0
- 🎉GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy in-app event: Travel Friends WorldwideiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 4 Dec
- 📦GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy updated to version 1.2.2iOSBrand new maps, so finding travel friends just got a whole lot easier. We also squashed some pesky bugs for a smoother experience. Happy travels!
- 📦GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy: first update in 182 daysiOS
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 10iOSTop Grossing · Travel · SA
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100iOSTop Grossing · Travel · US
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new countryiOSUnited States
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100iOSTop Grossing · Travel · GB
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new countryiOSUnited Kingdom
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100iOSTop Grossing · Travel · DE
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new countryiOSGermany
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100iOSTop Grossing · Travel · FR
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new countryiOSFrance
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100iOSTop Grossing · Travel · CN
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new countryiOSChina
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 10iOSTop Grossing · Travel · IN
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100 in 2 chartsiOSTop Grossing · Travel · AU · Top Grossing · Travel · JP
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new country in 2 chartsiOSAustralia · Japan
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy entered the top 100 in 2 chartsiOSTop Grossing · Travel · BR · Top Grossing · Travel · IT
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy charting in a new country in 2 chartsiOSBrazil · Italy
- 📈GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy dropped out of every chart we trackAndroidLast seen 24 Sep
- 🆕GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited Arab Emirates
- 🆕GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy first spotted by AppInsideriOS#16 in Top Grossing · Travel · South Korea
- 📦GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy version 1.2.1iOSNo release notes
- 📦GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy version 2.33AndroidThe world's a big place, here's what's new to help you explore it together with new friends.
- Pro Filters: Narrow your search by age, gender, language, and more to find the right travel buddy faster.
- Nearby & Recently Active: Discover travelers near you who were recently active on GAFFL.
- Bug fixes: We squashed some pesky bugs to make your experience smoother.
Happy travels!… more - 🆕GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy released on Google PlayAndroid
- 🆕GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy released on the App StoreiOS
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-09-28. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
GAFFL is a free social travel platform designed for solo travelers to find companions, split costs, and connect with locals in over 190 countries. The app demonstrates strong monetization potential in its home market by ranking #5 in Travel Grossing in Canada, while maintaining notable presence in Australia (#24) and South Africa (#25).
Similar apps: TripBuddy, Travello, Backpackr
App Store
App details
Google Play
App details
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | – | 50k+ |
| Google Play | – | 100k+ Measured |
| Total | – | 100k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #16 | 4 of 30 countries | – | – |
| Google Play | – | 0 of 23 countries | – | – |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.3 ★ | 254 |
| Google Play | 4.2 ★ | 1.5k 49 written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.2 ★ weighted by ratings | 1.7k |
What users say about GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy
From the 40 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users report severe technical bugs, broken messaging systems, and aggressive paywalls that prevent basic functionality. Many reviewers describe the app as a scam due to fake notifications, lack of refunds, and unsafe interactions resembling dating apps rather than travel companions.
Mostly negative (40% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being easy to use, and being useful. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and login and account problems. Recent reviews are more negative than earlier ones.
What people like
- Ease of use: “Fun and super easy to use”
- Useful: “Very helpful and niche tool”
- Price & subscription: “Share costs and experiences on your next trip”
- Connection & sync: “Connect with travelers from over 150 countries”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “Literally I need a refund!”
- Login & account: “Will not let me delete my account”
- Privacy & data: “I only found scammers every where I go”
- Crashes & bugs: “Just sighed up for a month for 9$ and app is just simply not working”
About GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy
Find a travel companion or meet locals to travel with. Search for destinations, connect with travelers and locals, plan trips, and travel together. Split rental car or hotel costs to save up to 80% on travel expenses.
Whether you are looking for road trip buddies to embark on a road trip in Australia, locals to travel with in Southeast Asia, or hiking buddies to explore the beautiful national parks in the US, you can use GAFFL.
A packaged multi-day road trip or a solo trip can cost you thousands of dollars. With GAFFL, you can save that money by finding a like-minded travel companion who has the same trip planned and is also looking for someone like you to explore the same cities, do the same road trips, or adventure in the same national parks together"
START TRIPS
Start your own trip to find a like-minded travel buddy instantly and publish it within minutes.
CONNECT WITH SOLO TRAVELERS & MEET LOCALS WORLDWIDE
Search for your desired destination and discover fellow travelers who have already created trips in that location, as well as locals who live there. When you find a trip that you like, simply tap 'Connect' and start chatting instantly. Additionally, you can connect with locals to explore with or to get the best recommendations and advice about the area.
MEET NEW PEOPLE & TRAVEL TOGETHER
Use our real-time messaging to plan detailed trips together, then meet up and travel together.
TRUST & SAFETY
Users go through a multi-step verification process, which makes the network super safe and trustworthy.
PRESS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
“GAFFL connects people based on where and when they’re traveling, so travelers can link up and explore the world together” (Travel+Leisure)
“….. if you plan on renting a car in Scotland to drive up into the Highlands for a few days, now you have someone to split the cost of that $400 rental with, and perhaps a drinking buddy.” (Lifehacker)
“GAFFL is made for solo travelers who want to explore certain parts of their trips together—and split costs.” (Mind Body Green)
“GAFFL brings travelers of all shapes and sizes together to travel and turn that solo trip into a very social trip.” (Flair)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DATA PROTECTION
We have a really high standard when it comes to data protection. We do not sell data or monetize your data. We also have the ability to delete your data any time you ask for it.
GAFFL is free to download and use. You can start trips and local listings, add trips and local listings to your wish list, reply to messages, or get a verification badge for free. We also have a subscription package called ’GAFFL Unlimited’ that gives you access to unlimited connections, up to 60% off hotels, 24/7 trip assistance, and a lot more.
To learn more about how GAFFL works, feel free to visit our amazing
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy App Store
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy is #16 in Travel Grossing in India and charting in 4 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-09-28. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
GAFFL is a free social travel platform designed for solo travelers to find companions, split costs, and connect with locals in over 190 countries. The app demonstrates strong monetization potential in its home market by ranking #5 in Travel Grossing in Canada, while maintaining notable presence in Australia (#24) and South Africa (#25).
Similar apps: TripBuddy, Travello, Backpackr
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy on the App Store
App details
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| TravelGrossing | #16 | |
| TravelGrossing | #17 | |
| TravelGrossing | #31 | |
| TravelGrossing | #97 |
Apps near GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy on the chart
Travel Grossing, around #16.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy
From the 40 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users report severe technical bugs, broken messaging systems, and aggressive paywalls that prevent basic functionality. Many reviewers describe the app as a scam due to fake notifications, lack of refunds, and unsafe interactions resembling dating apps rather than travel companions.
Mostly negative (40% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being easy to use, and being useful. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and login and account problems. Recent reviews are more negative than earlier ones.
What people like
- Ease of use: “Fun and super easy to use”
- Useful: “Very helpful and niche tool”
- Price & subscription: “Share costs and experiences on your next trip”
- Connection & sync: “Connect with travelers from over 150 countries”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “Literally I need a refund!”
- Login & account: “Will not let me delete my account”
- Privacy & data: “I only found scammers every where I go”
- Crashes & bugs: “Just sighed up for a month for 9$ and app is just simply not working”
About GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy
Find a travel companion or meet locals to travel with. Search for destinations, connect with travelers and locals, plan trips, and travel together. Split rental car or hotel costs to save up to 80% on travel expenses.
Whether you are looking for road trip buddies to embark on a road trip in Australia, locals to travel with in Southeast Asia, or hiking buddies to explore the beautiful national parks in the US, you can use GAFFL.
A packaged multi-day road trip or a solo trip can cost you thousands of dollars. With GAFFL, you can save that money by finding a like-minded travel companion who has the same trip planned and is also looking for someone like you to explore the same cities, do the same road trips, or adventure in the same national parks together"
START TRIPS
Start your own trip to find a like-minded travel buddy instantly and publish it within minutes.
CONNECT WITH SOLO TRAVELERS & MEET LOCALS WORLDWIDE
Search for your desired destination and discover fellow travelers who have already created trips in that location, as well as locals who live there. When you find a trip that you like, simply tap 'Connect' and start chatting instantly. Additionally, you can connect with locals to explore with or to get the best recommendations and advice about the area.
MEET NEW PEOPLE & TRAVEL TOGETHER
Use our real-time messaging to plan detailed trips together, then meet up and travel together.
TRUST & SAFETY
Users go through a multi-step verification process, which makes the network super safe and trustworthy.
PRESS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
“GAFFL connects people based on where and when they’re traveling, so travelers can link up and explore the world together” (Travel+Leisure)
“….. if you plan on renting a car in Scotland to drive up into the Highlands for a few days, now you have someone to split the cost of that $400 rental with, and perhaps a drinking buddy.” (Lifehacker)
“GAFFL is made for solo travelers who want to explore certain parts of their trips together—and split costs.” (Mind Body Green)
“GAFFL brings travelers of all shapes and sizes together to travel and turn that solo trip into a very social trip.” (Flair)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DATA PROTECTION
We have a really high standard when it comes to data protection. We do not sell data or monetize your data. We also have the ability to delete your data any time you ask for it.
GAFFL is free to download and use. You can start trips and local listings, add trips and local listings to your wish list, reply to messages, or get a verification badge for free. We also have a subscription package called ’GAFFL Unlimited’ that gives you access to unlimited connections, up to 60% off hotels, 24/7 trip assistance, and a lot more.
To learn more about how GAFFL works, feel free to visit our amazing
Latest updates
Store changes
What GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy changed on its store page: name, icon, screenshots, price, size, languages, requirements.
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy Android
Not in a tracked Google Play top chart right now.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy on Google Play
App details
GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Not in a Google Play top chart right now. | ||
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
About GAFFL - Find A Travel Buddy
GAFFL is the travel buddy app for solo travel — find a travel buddy or meet locals to travel with. Search destinations, connect with solo travelers and locals, plan trips, and travel together. Split rental car or hotel costs to save up to 80% on travel expenses.
Looking for road trip buddies in Australia, locals to travel with in Southeast Asia, or hiking buddies for national parks in the US? GAFFL is the travel buddy app that turns solo trips into social adventures. Find a like-minded travel companion who has the same trip planned and wants to explore the same cities, road trips, or national parks together.
THE SOLO TRAVEL APP FOR FINDING A TRAVEL BUDDY
Start your own trip on the GAFFL solo travel app to find a like-minded travel buddy instantly. Publish your trip in minutes and connect with solo travelers worldwide.
THE TRAVEL BUDDY APP TRUSTED BY SOLO TRAVELERS
Search any destination and discover fellow solo travelers who have created trips there, plus locals who live in the area. Tap 'Connect' on any trip and start chatting instantly. Connect with locals for insider recommendations and advice.
THE TRAVEL FRIENDS APP FOR REAL-TIME PLANNING
Use our real-time messaging to plan detailed trips with your travel friends, then meet up and travel together. Whether you want travel friends for a weekend getaway or a long backpacking adventure, GAFFL is the travel friends app that makes solo travel social.
PRO FILTERS — FIND THE RIGHT TRAVEL BUDDY FASTER
Narrow your search by age, gender, language, and more to find the right travel buddy for your solo travel trip.
NEARBY & RECENTLY ACTIVE TRAVELERS
Discover solo travelers near you who were recently active on GAFFL — perfect for spontaneous meetups, dinners, or last-minute plans with new travel friends.
TRUST & SAFETY ON THE SOLO TRAVEL APP
Users go through a multi-step verification process, making GAFFL a safe travel buddy app for solo travelers worldwide.
PRESS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
"GAFFL connects people based on where and when they're traveling, so travelers can link up and explore the world together" – Travel+Leisure
"….. if you plan on renting a car in Scotland to drive up into the Highlands for a few days, now you have someone to split the cost of that $400 rental with, and perhaps a drinking buddy." – Lifehacker
"GAFFL is made for solo travelers who want to explore certain parts of their trips together—and split costs." – Mind Body Green
"GAFFL brings travelers of all shapes and sizes together to travel and turn that solo trip into a very social trip." – Flair
WHY GAFFL IS THE SOLO TRAVEL APP FOR YOU
- 190+ countries with active solo travelers and locals
- 100,000+ trips started by solo travelers on the travel buddy app
- Multi-step verification fo
What's new in 2.33
- Pro Filters: Narrow your search by age, gender, language, and more to find the right travel buddy faster.
- Nearby & Recently Active: Discover travelers near you who were recently active on GAFFL.
- Bug fixes: We squashed some pesky bugs to make your experience smoother.
Happy travels!