Compare Our Mobile App Solutions for Associations, DMOs, Main Streets, and Community Engagement
Local Explorers offers three mobile app platforms—Trail App, Explorer App, and Mainstreet App—designed to meet the needs of communities, destination marketing organizations, tourism programs, downtown districts, and associations. Whether you’re launching a craft beverage trail, promoting local events, or revitalizing your Main Street, there’s a solution to match your goals and budget.
Use the table below to compare features and find the best fit for your organization.
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| Key App Features | Web Solution | Trail App | Main Street App | Explorer App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | ||||
| Custom Branding | X | X | X | X |
| Enhanced Navigation | X | X | ||
| Check-In Moderation | X | X | X | X |
| Push Notifications | X | X | X | |
| App Engagement Analytics | X | X | X | X |
| App User Login & Profile | X | X | X | X |
| Multilingual | OPT | OPT | OPT | |
| Directory/Trail Map | ||||
| Location Directory with category filters & tags; List and Map views | X | X | X | X |
| Location Detail Information pages | X | X | X | |
| Trip Planning Premium | X | OPT | OPT | X |
| Self-Guided Trails/Tours | X | X | X | |
| Curated Trails/Tours | X | X | X | |
| App Content | ||||
| Events | X | X | X | |
| Deals | X | X | X | |
| Coupons | OPT | OPT | X | |
| News | X | X | ||
| Festivals & Markets | OPT | X | ||
| Advertising | OPT | OPT | X | |
| Photobooth | X | |||
| Merch | X | |||
| Social Sharing – Share Passport Activity Wall, Check-ins, Shares, Comments and Likes | X | X | X | |
| Loyalty Program | ||||
| Passport Loyalty: Leaderboard, Visited/Not Visited, Badges & Rewards | OPT | OPT | X | |
| Passes | OPT | OPT | OPT | |
| Memberships | OPT | OPT | OPT |
| Portal & MCMs Features | Web Solution | Trail App | Main Street App | Explorer App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Portals | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Analytics Dashboards | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Basic CRM | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Export Data | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Standard Reports | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Services | Web Solution | Trail App | Main Street App | Explorer App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iOS & Android Branded App Store Listing | Not Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Graphic Design | Included | Included | Optional | Optional |
| Remote MCMS Training | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| On-site MCMs Training | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Multi-language Localization | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Find the Right Mobile App for Your Organization
Local Explorers’ mobile app solutions are trusted by tourism bureaus, Main Street programs, craft beverage guilds, chambers of commerce, and economic development organizations across North America. Each app is built on our powerful Mobile Content Management System (MCMS) and designed to increase visitor engagement, support local businesses, and deliver measurable ROI.
Trail App – For Small Communities and Local Campaigns
The Trail App is ideal for smaller towns, trail-based programs, and single-focus initiatives like winery tours or farm trails. It’s cost-effective and easy to launch, with interactive maps, check-in features, and a digital passport system to reward exploration and repeat visits.
Explorer App – For Guilds, Associations, and Regional Campaigns
Our most feature-rich app, the Explorer App is the best choice for statewide tourism efforts, craft beverage guilds, culinary associations, and destination marketing organizations. With support for curated tours, loyalty rewards, membership management, and in-app advertising, it’s built for engagement at scale. It’s the perfect fit if you’re promoting a brewery trail, wine passport program, or multi-region event series.
Mainstreet App – For Downtowns and BIDs
The Mainstreet App helps Main Street programs, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), and downtown revitalization projects bring their community to life through mobile. Highlight local merchants, promote festivals and events, drive foot traffic with deals and coupons, and connect residents and visitors to what makes your downtown unique.
Why Communities Choose Local Explorers
- Digital passport and loyalty rewards that drive real foot traffic
- Real-time content updates through our easy-to-use Mobile CMS
- Revenue opportunities via in-app advertising and sponsorships
- Scalable solutions tailored to your size, budget, and goals
- Proven results with 3,000+ downloads in the first month for some campaigns
Whether you want to promote tasting rooms, connect visitors to local artisans, or support downtown merchants, Local Explorers can help you launch a powerful mobile experience quickly—and affordably.
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