# Kruse GPS Audio Guide — Listen to your perfect journey

> GPS-powered audio guide for exploring New Zealand's culture and nature. (iPhone/iPad app by Kruse Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kruse-gps-audio-guide/id6470171992 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kruse Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824894317)
- Category: Travel, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0.0 · 96 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-05-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kruse-gps-audio-guide/id6470171992/reviews.md

## What is Kruse GPS Audio Guide?

As you explore Aotearoa New Zealand, the Kruse GPS Travel Guide will introduce you to our Maori and European history and heritage; describe how many of the geographical landmarks you will see were formed; provide you with descriptions of the wildlife that you may see on your travels; and you will hear from some unique characters who will bring Aotearoa New Zealand’s myths, legends and cultural history to life.

Through the power of storytelling, we captivate your imagination and deliver an unforgettable journey of discovery around Aotearoa New Zealand, with the Kruse GPS Travel Guide App experience that we call The Theatre of Travel.

## Key features

- GPS-triggered audio descriptions
- Maori and European history
- Geographical landmark formation
- Wildlife information
- Myths and legends storytelling
- Cultural history insights

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NZ North Island 45 Day | $35.00 | one-time |
| NZ South Island 45 Day | $35.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kruse-gps-audio-guide/id6470171992/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Loved what I learned

*2026-03-25*

Loved the idea of a history narrator and the cultural folklore. Worked only some of the time. Sometimes it would start fine and cut out. Sometimes it would repeat and I couldn’t stop it. Needs some glitches worked out but still worth it. It enhanced my experience in New Zealand!!!

### 4/5 — Good. Almost great.

*2025-12-02*

Used it for a South Island trip and it worked great for the most part. It was fun hearing stories and history of the areas we were in. My few suggestions are to have the audio play sooner. Sometimes I would be past the landmark before I had enough info to know if I wanted to stop. And I liked the random facts that were unrelated to the area I was in. I’d add more of those. I’ll be using it again for my next trip to north island

### 5/5 — A fantastic app to road trip to

*2025-04-05*

We are absolutely loving this app as we cruise the South Island. It’s so well put together and a great mix of history, geology, and stories. We just wish we had the option to manually replay some episodes.

### 4/5 — Excellent content, unpolished app

*2025-02-14*

Content: 4/5 
App: 3/5

TL;DR: The information in the audio clips was interesting and the app worked well when it worked but I ran into several annoying issues throughout my trip. 

Content: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The content was fairly comprehensive and informative. I enjoyed hearing the history of locations as we passed through. Some of the stories (eg the one with the serpent that turned into a river) were difficult to follow; I think some copy editing and possibly audio mixing could help with clarity and comprehension. Additionally, several of the audio tracks were too long and got cut off by the beginning of the next track. 

App: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
The app fulfilled the basic need of playing audio when you reach a location but there were several usability issues. 

- There is no clear button to stop the app from playing content. I burned through all of my preview messages before I even set out on my trip. I think the trick is to disable the “background GPS” switch when you want to pause the playback. 
- Downloading offline content takes a while, even on a fast internet connection. There’s no way to prioritize a specific route and download the rest later, and no indication how much data the downloads take. 
- Similarly, there’s no map view to see where there should be audio clips to play. 
- There is no way to view the playback status, pause a currently playing audio clip, or rewind to hear something you missed. This would’ve been helpful when one track gets cut off by another one, or when you need to take a break. 

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Technical feedback for the app team (I could not find contact info within the app):
- The "commentaries" view frequently freezes or shows a gray box instead of the list of downloaded content. I tried to time the download on a WiFi connection but I got the gray box again. 
- There's no overview status of downloading, eg, 35/156 or wherever, so you can’t tell if the download is still working, or how far along you are. 
- When content is playing, a Google Maps announcement will stop the audio and, at least in my car, switch the input to the radio.
- When you have music (eg, Spotify) playing and the app plays a tour location, it will duck the Spotify audio instead of pausing. When Kruse finishes playing, it does not un-duck the Spotify audio. May be an iOS issue

### 2/5 — Great guide. Poor app

*2024-12-01*

A really great guide and fun information while you travel
NZ is marred by a poor app that works only sporadically (with all GPS enabled), cannot be paused, starts often randomly and repeats. Sometimes one story will cut over the former. This is will all content downloaded. And doesn’t show you info points. Paid for the premium ($99) and regret it - not for the content but because the app doesn’t deliver it well.

**Developer response:** Hi there, thanks for the review, and sorry to hear you've had some trouble with the app. We're pretty new to the app space and making improvements all the time. If you're able to send us an email (links on our website) with the points you found were overlapping and let us know the email address you signed up with, we'll arrange for an extra subscription for you or someone you nominate.

### 5/5 — Perfect GPS travel companion

*2024-11-24*

The GPS initiated audio commentary is brilliant. It is the equivalent of having a personal storyteller accompany you on your drive throughout New Zealand. Māori legends & history, commentaries on geology, historical landmarks, history of towns , of colonial immigration, and not to be missed points of interest. There are a variety of narrators that fit the different characters.  The host narrator, Jonathan, has an extremely soothing and eloquent voice. I especially like the variety of soothing music as it introduces the forthcoming commentary. This is a perfect travel companion for New Zealand.

**Developer response:** Hi there, thank you for the kind words and taking the time to review. We're still new to the app space, so do check back if you're coming back to New Zealand for new and updated commentaries.

## Frequently asked questions about Kruse GPS Audio Guide

### What is Kruse GPS Audio Guide?

Kruse GPS Audio Guide is a travel app that uses your device's GPS to deliver audio stories about New Zealand's history, geography, wildlife, and cultural heritage as you explore.

### What kind of content does Kruse GPS Audio Guide offer?

It provides insights into Maori and European history, explains the formation of geographical landmarks, describes local wildlife, and shares myths, legends, and cultural history through engaging storytelling.

### Is Kruse GPS Audio Guide free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases for additional content or features.

### What devices is Kruse GPS Audio Guide available on?

Kruse GPS Audio Guide is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Kruse GPS Audio Guide?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Kruse GPS Audio Guide updated?

The app was last updated on April 9, 2025, with version 2.0.2. Updates typically include new content or performance improvements.

### What do users think of Kruse GPS Audio Guide?

Based on the available data, the app has a rating of 3.0 stars from 4 ratings. User feedback would provide more specific insights into likes and dislikes.

### Does Kruse GPS Audio Guide have ads?

No, Kruse GPS Audio Guide does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.2 — 2025-04-09

We've listened to your feedback and the feedback of some focus groups, and we've implemented these new and updated features:

• New map provider: you wanted to see all the points on the map along with different map views (dark mode is now included for all you night drivers), so we've paired up with a new map provider to give you all that and more. You're also able to choose between "bearing up" and "north up".
• Consolodated multiple pages and options: we've simplified the layout and removed some of the features nobody was using. We've also made it easier to see all the regions and their status in a single location.
• Added the optional Repeat Audio feature: some people wanted to hear the same commentary more than once and others really didn't. Because it was about 50/50, we've added it as an option in Settings. It's set to "off" by default, so if you're one of the people who wants to hear the same commentary more than once, make sure you check that option before you travel.
• Commentary Queue: the triggers are set at distances that should provide good pacing between points, but for situations that get you to points faster than anticipated, we've added a queueing feature that means you'll still hear the end of one commentary before the next one starts playing.
• Before Arrival Previews: if you're not in New Zealand and want to preview the commentary, we have an option for doing so in each region. No more using up previews before you get out of the airport. Get a feel for the commentaries before you even arrive.
• General rebranding: we've changed some cosmetic things about the app; colours, fonts, and layouts have had a spruce up.
• More Commentaries: we've also added some extra commentaries and trigger points.

We're already working hard on the next version with some added features and tweaks. Thanks to all for the feedback and support.

### 1.2 — 2024-05-17

Cosmetic update; new text and graphics on the Getting Started Guide

### 1.1 — 2024-05-04

Based on agent feedback, we've added or changed the following features :-

• added 'Tap to Download' instructional text on the individual islands on the Explore page
• changed references to 'Triggerpoint' to 'Commentaries to make them more relevent and intuitive
• changed the Download icon button to a button with text on the individual Region pages to make that more intuitive
• added a confirmation to the Delete commentaries icon button on the Region pages
• made the Speed and Bearing text larger on the Home page
• changed the centre icon on the navbar to an 'information' to represent that page better
• removed the references to latitude and longitude on the Information page
• we're now using a more appropriate keyboard option for the e-mail address on the Sign Up page
• we squashed a couple of bugs
• increased the fanciness of the screenshots

What's up next :-

• we're adding in app Support to allow you to send us some logging data to help diagnose issues. The logging data will stay on your device until you decide to send it, we don't automatically send it so your privacy remains intact
• we're adding better map support so we can show you nearby Commentary locations

### 1.0 — 2024-05-01

No release notes.

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