The Google Play Store contains well over a million apps, covering a variety of categories. Google does use features like user reviews and rating systems to help you find great applications, but it looks like the firm is rolling out another tool.
According to Android Police there will be a comparison section near the bottom of app pages on the Play Store. This can be found just below the “Similar Apps” section but above the section showing more applications by the relevant developer.
For now, the section seems to be limited to media player apps only right now, comparing them on ease of use, offline support, streaming/casting capabilities, visual quality, and controls (e.g. floating windows, subtitles, gesture support). Check out a GIF of the feature below via Android Police.
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This feature will definately come in handy, as it means you might not have to read through the app description, read user reviews, or download the app first to figure out if it meets your needs.
This section should however not be limited to music players but also be expanded to web browsers, messaging applications, and streaming services. The latter, for example, could compare features like offline download support, video quality, and multiple profile support. Messaging apps could also benefit, allowing users to compare encryption, and support for VoIP and video calls.
The feature was reportedly available on version 22.4.28 of the Play Store, but we’re guessing Google needs to flick the switch to enable it.
