I’d say gear is more expensive, often much more expensive. But UL often means less gear, so I guess that should be considered too. What I means is that you don’t need to buy a whole Triangia kitchen - just a burner, you don’t need a whole wardrobe of clothes - just the bare essential, etc.
Plex pass includes the ability to use the mobile apps
Hyperion is definitely on my todo list. I’ve heard so many good things from so many sources!