Updated Pricing, Android Access & Boondocking Verdict

Allstays Camp & RV sits on more phones than nearly any other RV app — but the version most people are running is out of date. The app sold to new ownership in 2022, shifted to a subscription model, lost Android support for several years, and rolled out a significant platform overhaul in October 2025. If you haven’t reviewed what changed, this is the update you need before your next trip.

Last updated: March 2026 by Chuck Price. Price has documented 300+ boondocking trips in a 2018 Hymer Aktiv Class B. This review reflects field use and publicly available app-store data. Verify current pricing directly with AllStays LLC before subscribing.

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What Changed Since Allstays Sold in 2022

Allstays Camp & RV was created in 2000 by RVer Adam Longfellow and sold to AllStays LLC in 2022. The ownership change triggered a series of significant shifts that caught longtime users off guard. Understanding what changed helps you set the right expectations before you open the app on your next trip.

The most disruptive change: the pricing model moved from a one-time purchase to a recurring subscription. Users who had paid $9.99 for the app years earlier found themselves hit with a subscription prompt after an app update. AllStays LLC grandfathered in many previous paid users, but that process required contacting support directly at apps@allstays.com and reinstalling the app in some cases.

The second major shift: Android users lost access entirely for several years while AllStays LLC rebuilt the platform — a gap documented by TheRVGeeks in their October 2025 platform review. That gap ended in October 2025 (confirmed via AllStays LLC platform notes and App Store changelog) when a rebuilt app launched for Android alongside significant updates to filtering and map infrastructure. If you’re an Android user who gave up on Allstays, it’s worth re-evaluating.

What Allstays Actually Does for Boondockers

Allstays earns its place in the toolkit because of what it covers that most camping apps don’t. The Public Lands filter is the most relevant feature for dispersed campers — it surfaces BLM and National Forest sites that don’t appear on Google Maps or standard campground directories. For a Class B van or truck camper scouting free stays in the Southwest, that filter alone covers most use cases.

Beyond dispersed sites, Allstays maps free overnight parking options at Walmarts, Cracker Barrels, Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shops, casinos, Elk and Moose lodges, and interstate rest areas. Each location includes user-submitted reports — so you’ll see notes like “this Walmart revoked overnight parking” or “road noise at this rest area is brutal.” That crowd-sourced layer is more current than any static database.

For RV-specific safety, the bridge height and road grade filters are underrated. Open the app and your current location automatically shows overhead clearance for nearby bridges. For a 10-foot Class B like the Hymer Aktiv, this is a quick pre-drive sanity check on unfamiliar routes.

Where Allstays Falls Short for Remote Boondocking

Allstays is a locator and aggregator — it is not a navigation tool for rough BLM roads. A few real-world limitations to keep in mind:

• No Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) data. BLM and Forest Service roads that require motorized vehicle authorization are not systematically flagged in Allstays. Always cross-reference the official BLM MVUM for your destination.
• GPS requires cell service. Offline mode downloads the base map layer, but live location tracking needs a signal. In true dead zones, Allstays is a reference tool, not a GPS navigator. Supplement with GAIA GPS or downloaded USGS topos.
• Accuracy gaps persist. Fees, hours, and overnight-parking policies change faster than any volunteer-maintained database can track. Free overnight spots at retail chains are disappearing faster than the app can reflect. Treat in-app data as a starting point, not a final answer. Verify current conditions with the relevant land manager before committing to a remote campsite.
• Subscription friction for lapsed users. Android users and anyone who stepped away from the app during the ownership transition may face account and access issues. Contact [email protected] before subscribing to sort out grandfathering status.

For boondocking-specific trip planning on BLM land, Allstays works best when paired with a dedicated offline GPS app and the official BLM’s national map portal.

Key Features Worth Knowing in 2026

The October 2025 platform update added and refined several features beyond the Android re-launch. Here’s what matters for practical trip planning:

Filtering: 50+ Standard, Unlimited Combinations

Allstays has always led on filters. The 2025 update added Favorite Filters (save your most-used filter combinations) and Top Picks (curated location sets). For boondockers, the most useful filters are: Public Lands (dispersed), Free Camping, RV Size restrictions, Hookup type (30A/50A/water/sewer/none), and Pet Friendly. Advanced filters access amenity-level detail — firewood, boat launch, age restrictions, club discounts.

Community Reviews: 1,000,000+ Users Contributing

The crowd-sourced reporting layer is Allstays’ most defensible competitive advantage. App users update overnight-parking status at commercial locations in near-real-time. When a Walmart revokes overnight parking, someone in the app community typically reports it within days. This is more reliable than any static list — including the lists on this site. Read the most recent comments on any location before you rely on it. For a critical look at how commercial overnight parking networks compare, see our RV Overnights review.

Offline Mode: Download Before You Lose Signal

Allstays requires an internet connection to load fresh map data. The offline download option lets you cache the map layer for a defined area before leaving cell range. This is especially relevant for Southwest desert and mountain Forest Service routes. Download your region the night before you head out — not in the parking lot where you still have signal.

RV-Specific Safety Data

Bridge height clearances, road grade warnings, and tunnel data are built into the standard map view — no filter needed. Your current location auto-displays nearby clearances. For a high-roofed Class A or a slide-out-equipped rig, this is worth the subscription price on its own.

Allstays Pricing in 2026: What You Need to Know

The one-time-purchase model that made Allstays a community favorite is gone. AllStays LLC moved to a subscription model after the 2022 acquisition. As of March 2026, in-app pricing shows three tiers:

Verify before you buy: Subscription pricing and trial terms can change without notice. Check current pricing at allstays.com or directly in the App Store or Google Play listing before subscribing.

If you previously purchased a paid version of the app, you may be grandfathered in for free access. The process is not automatic for all users — some need to delete and reinstall the app, others need to contact AllStays support directly. Before subscribing, send an email to apps@allstays.com with your original purchase details.

Is $34.99/year worth it? For full-time RVers and frequent boondockers who use the free overnight database, public lands filters, and road clearance data regularly: yes — no close single-app alternative matches the database depth. For weekend campers who primarily book reservations in advance: probably not — freecampsites.net covers the free-camping slice at no cost. The 3-month plan at $19.99 makes sense for seasonal campers who are active spring through fall but not paying year-round.

How to Use Allstays to Plan a Boondocking Trip

Most users open Allstays and start tapping pins without using the filter system. That’s the wrong approach for boondocking. Here’s a more useful workflow:

1. Set your target region before leaving cell range. Open the app while connected and navigate to your intended travel area. Download the offline map for that region. This caches the base layer — you won’t be able to refresh pin data offline, but you’ll have the map.
2. Apply Public Lands + Free Camping filters simultaneously. This narrows pins to dispersed and free sites. Cross-reference any promising site with the official BLM map for your state to confirm road access and the 14-day stay limit rules.
3. Read the user comments — not just the pin data. The static campground record may be years old. The user comments section often has entries from the past few weeks. Look for notes on road conditions, fee changes, and whether overnight parking is still permitted.
4. Use the bridge and road grade filter on your route. Before committing to a road you haven’t driven, check clearances along the route. Useful for National Forest roads with low-clearance bridges.
5. Flag a backup site before you commit to the primary. Remote sites fill or close without notice. Identify a backup within 20–30 miles before you leave pavement. Allstays makes this fast — mark your primary, then scan surrounding pins for alternates.

Allstays vs. Other Camping Apps: Honest Comparison

No single app covers everything. Allstays is strongest on breadth — commercial parks, free overnights, RV services, and public lands all in one map. Here’s how it compares for specific boondocking needs:

The honest takeaway: for boondockers who also mix in commercial RV parks, rest areas, and free overnight stops at retail chains, Allstays is the most efficient single-app solution. If you camp exclusively on BLM and Forest Service land and want the best free-site database, freecampsites.net plus the BLM’s own map portal gives you equivalent coverage at no cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Resources

1. AllStays LLC — Official Allstays Camp & RV app page: allstays.com/apps/camprv.htm
2. Allstays Camp & RV on Apple App Store: apps.apple.com
3. Allstays Camp & RV on Google Play Store: play.google.com
4. Bureau of Land Management National Map Portal: blm.gov/maps
5. TheRVGeeks — Updated Allstays feature review (October/November 2025):