Expedia review
Book flights, hotels, cars and packages in one app
- Expedia Group
- Free
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Web
4.8 from 6M App Store ratings 50M+ Google Play downloads #5 in Travel on the US App Store
Does it deserve #11?
Is Expedia worth it?
For most people, yes. Expedia scores 8.1/10 and ranks #11 in Travel & Maps. It's best for travelers who want to book flights, hotels and cars together in one itinerary. Skip it if you stick with one airline or hotel chain and want its own loyalty perks. Price: Free app and free One Key rewards; you only pay for what you book.
The verdict
Expedia puts flights, hotels, rental cars, activities and package deals in one app and one itinerary. Bundling a flight and hotel can save money, Member Prices take 10% or more off many stays, and price tracking tells you when fares drop. One Key rewards work across Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo, but July 2026 changes cut earning for most casual travelers. Expect heavy tracking, and compare prices before you book.
- Flights, hotels, cars and activities in one app
- Bundle and save on packages
- Flight price tracking and Flight Deals
- One Key rewards across Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo
- Shared itineraries and trip alerts
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What's new
- Jul 2026One Key changed: Blue members earn 1%, Platinum 3%, and flights no longer earn OneKeyCash
- Jul 2026The Hotel Price Guarantee ended on Expedia and Hotels.com
- Mar 2026A Flight Deals map on iPhone flags fares at least 20% below the usual price
Privacy 5.6/10
App Store label: purchases, payment info, location, contact info, searches, identifiers, usage and diagnostics may be used to track you across other companies' apps and sites.
What we like
- Book a whole trip, then manage it in one itinerary
- Bundles and Member Prices can cut hotel costs
- Price alerts and Flight Deals help you time fares
What could be better
- App Store label lists wide tracking across apps
- Most members now earn only 1% in One Key rewards
- No OneKeyCash on flights since July 2026
Travelers who want to book flights, hotels and cars together in one itinerary
you stick with one airline or hotel chain and want its own loyalty perks
Questions about Expedia
Is Expedia worth it in 2026?
For most people, yes. Expedia scores 8.1/10 and ranks #11 in Travel & Maps. It's best for travelers who want to book flights, hotels and cars together in one itinerary. Skip it if you stick with one airline or hotel chain and want its own loyalty perks. Price: Free app and free One Key rewards; you only pay for what you book.
Is the Expedia app free?
Yes. The app and One Key rewards membership are free; you only pay for the trips you book.
How does One Key work now?
Since July 28, 2026, Blue members earn 1% in OneKeyCash on eligible non-flight bookings, Silver and Gold earn 2%, and Platinum earns 3%. Flights no longer earn OneKeyCash.
What are the best alternatives to Expedia?
The closest alternatives are Booking.com, Hopper and Vrbo. See all of them ranked on our Expedia alternatives page.
Where does Expedia rank?
Expedia ranks #11 of 13 in our Travel & Maps ranking, with an overall score of 8.1 out of 10.