RestMap
Use when you want source labels, RestRoom IQ scores, road-trip planning, Scout Ahead, accessibility context, and no account requirement in one iOS app.
Compare restroom finder apps
RestMap, Flush, Refuge, SitOrSquat, and Bathroom Scout compared.
Some restroom apps are built for fast nearby lookup. Some are focused source databases. RestMap is built around source labels, RestRoom IQ scores, and route-aware restroom planning.
Last updated June 2026 from public App Store listings, Google Play listings, and product websites. We make RestMap, so this page states the comparison criteria up front. If a public listing changes, send the update.
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Best for route planning
RestMap is the only app here built around Journey IQ and Scout IQ route context.
Best focused source
Refuge Restrooms remains the focused source for gender-neutral restroom records.
Best simple lookup
Flush is a long-running, simple nearby restroom finder on iOS and Android.
Largest listed count
Bathroom Scout publicly lists more than 3.3M restroom locations worldwide.
At a glance
Choose based on the job, not just the pin count.
A large map of restroom pins can help, but restroom choice often depends on source context, route position, access details, and how much confidence the app shows.
Flush
Use when you want a simple nearest-restroom finder with iOS and Android availability and a long-running community database.
Refuge Restrooms
Use when gender-neutral restroom records and community-maintained source data are the primary need.
Bathroom Scout
Use when you want a large raw restroom map and do not need RestRoom IQ scores or route-planning context.
SitOrSquat
Use when you remember the Charmin-backed app and want to compare older restroom-finder coverage models.
Feature table
The detailed comparison.
Public app listings can change, so this table avoids claims that depend on private product data. On small screens, swipe sideways to review every app column.
Comparison based on public listings and websites reviewed in June 2026.
| RestMap | Flush | Refuge Restrooms | Bathroom Scout | SitOrSquat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary fit | Source-labeled restroom search, route planning, and RestRoom IQ scores | Fast nearby lookup | Gender-neutral restroom source database | Large restroom pin database | Older Charmin-backed restroom finder |
| Platform | iOS | iOS and Android | Web | iOS and Android | Availability varies by store and region |
| Price | Free | Free; ads on some versions | Free, open source | $0.99 on App Store at review time | Historically free |
| Public location count | 2M+ locations in RestMap coverage | 200K+ public toilets listed | User-submitted restroom records | 3.3M+ bathrooms listed | 100K+ public restrooms in older listings |
| Source model | OpenStreetMap, Refuge Restrooms, Open Charge Map, MapKit/Apple Places, RestMap brand profiles, and user-submitted ratings | Community and map data | Community-submitted records | App database plus user additions | User and brand-backed restroom records |
| Restroom scoring | RestRoom IQ A-F scores | Ratings and restroom attributes | Comments and ratings | Ratings and map details | User ratings in older listings |
| Source labels | Source-backed, reported, and thin-coverage states | Basic restroom attributes | Community record details | Map and place details | Basic listing context |
| Route planning | Journey IQ and Scout IQ for active trips | No dedicated route planner | No dedicated route planner | No dedicated route planner | No dedicated route planner |
| Access details | Accessibility, family, gender-neutral, and source context when available | Disabled access, fee, and key details when known | Gender-neutral and accessibility records | Map details and user-submitted ratings | Restroom records and ratings in older listings |
| Account required | No | No for lookup | No for lookup | No for lookup | No for basic lookup in older listings |
| Privacy posture | No account required. Location stays on your phone. RestRoom IQ scoring runs on device. | Ad-supported on some versions | Open-source web project | No ads listed on App Store at review time | Brand-backed app history |
When to pick each
The practical read.
The best choice depends on whether you need a fast pin, a specific community source, or route-aware restroom planning.
Pick RestMap for route-aware planning.
RestMap is built for more than nearest-pin lookup: source labels, RestRoom IQ scores, Journey IQ, Scout IQ, family and access context, EV charging context, and no account requirement.
Pick Flush for simple nearby lookup.
Flush is direct and long-running. It is useful when you want a quick nearby restroom list on iOS or Android and do not need route planning or RestRoom IQ scoring.
Pick Refuge for a focused source database.
Refuge Restrooms is the focused community source for gender-neutral restroom records. RestMap uses Refuge data as one source, but Refuge itself is worth supporting directly.
Pick Bathroom Scout for raw map breadth.
Bathroom Scout publicly lists more than 3.3M locations and emphasizes worldwide map coverage. Choose it when raw pin count matters more than source-labeled scoring.
Pick SitOrSquat for historical comparison.
SitOrSquat helped define the category. Current availability appears less straightforward than newer listings, so check your app store before relying on it.
Use more than one source when it matters.
Restroom data changes. For important stops, compare source context, recent user notes, hours, and the route around the stop before deciding.
Source context
Why RestMap compares differently.
RestMap is less interested in showing the longest possible list and more interested in helping you choose the right stop for the situation.
RestRoom IQ compares individual options using source context, place type, brand profile data, and user-submitted ratings. Learn more on the IQ Platform page.
RestMap should show when restroom-specific data is strong, when a result is user-reported, and when coverage is thin. See Data Sources.
Journey IQ and Scout IQ consider route position, detour, spacing, and active-trip context instead of sorting only by straight-line distance.
FAQ
Common comparison questions.
Which restroom finder app is best for road trips?
RestMap is built around route restroom planning with Journey IQ and Scout IQ. Other apps in this comparison focus more on nearby lookup or source records.
Which app has gender-neutral restroom data?
Refuge Restrooms is the focused source for gender-neutral records. RestMap uses Refuge Restrooms alongside other source groups so that data can appear with broader route and quality context.
Does pin count tell the whole story?
No. A large count can help coverage, but restroom choice also depends on source context, access details, route fit, open hours, and current conditions.
Does RestMap require an account?
No account required. Location stays on your phone. RestRoom IQ scoring runs on device.
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