# Newtracs — Offline 4x4 maps & trails

> AI-powered 4WD navigation with crowdsourced trail data and offline maps. (iPhone/iPad app by Newtracs Trading Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newtracs/id1456718442 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Newtracs Trading Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647572349)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 87 MB
- Languages: Australian English
- Released: 2019-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-11-07
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newtracs/id1456718442/reviews.md

## What is Newtracs?

Unleash the full potential of your 4WD adventures with Newtracs, the innovative mapping app that goes beyond the ordinary. Our groundbreaking platform leverages artificial intelligence coupled with real-time crowdsourced GPS data from users to revolutionise trail ratings and conditions, providing you with unparalleled insights for your off-road journey. Here's how Newtracs elevates your experience:

1. Live Crowdsourced Trail Data Updates
- Automatically assessed track difficulty ratings
- Track length information
- Track warnings and alerts
- Average completion time*
- Average travel speed*
- Recent track traffic segregated by vehicle type*
- Highlights of challenging sections* and obstacles*
- Last visit date by a Newtracs user*

2. Interactive Map with Steep Sections Highlighted
- Easily identify steep sections on the map for informed route planning.

3. Real-time Closed Tracks (Victoria)
- Stay updated with daily data feeds from DELWP to know about track closures in Victoria.

4. Snow Cover Alerts
- Explore snow-covered 4WD trails by accessing a dedicated layer that includes all tracks and areas above 1000m.

5. Offline-Ready Maps
- Download high-resolution vector maps at 1:2k resolution, ensuring crystal-clear visuals and smooth loading for offline use.
- Upgrade to Newtracs Premium for access to topographic details, including hill shading and contour lines.

6. Personalized Favorites
- Save your favorite camp spots and record your 4WD adventures, all offline.

7. Cross-Device Sync
- Enjoy seamless automatic backup and synchronization of trip logs, favorite tracks, and saved pins across iOS devices.

8. Breadcrumb Feature
- Never worry about getting lost with the handy back-tracking feature.

9. Extensive Offline Search
- Access a comprehensive database of over 13,000 assessed 4x4 trails and 8,000+ campsites, parks, towns, and places—all without an internet connection.

10. Vehicle Profiling
- Create a vehicle profile in-app to understand how Newtracs classifies your vehicle and receive tailored track recommendations.

11. Premium Subscription Options
- Choose from annual and monthly subscription plans to unlock Newtracs Premium content, providing extra peace of mind for your 4WD adventures, whether you're a seasoned pro or planning a long weekend getaway.

Experience off-road exploration like never before with Newtracs. Get started today and take your 4WD adventures to new heights.


*Asterisked features only available to Newtracs premium subscribers. An internet connection is required for the app to automatically get the latest track info synced to your device. To manage your Newtracs Premium subscription:
- You can turn off auto-renewal via the main Settings app: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098
- Annual ($99.99) subscriptions come with a trial period for new users to try premium content and features for free. Subscriptions automatically renew each period after the end of the trial (where applicable) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period.  Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (unless a free trial applies, at which point it will be charged upon completion of the trial).
- Privacy Policy: www.newtracs.com.au/privacy-policy
- Terms & Conditions: www.newtracs.com.au/terms-of-service

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.  iPads must have GPS tracking functions (iPad with Wifi+GPS) to enable location tracking and logging of trips, however a SIM card or cellular coverage is not required to utilise GPS tracking functions.  Bluetooth GPS units can be purchased to enable GPS tracking with Wifi only iPads.

## Key features

- Live crowdsourced trail data updates
- Interactive map with steep sections highlighted
- Real-time closed track alerts
- Offline-ready high-resolution maps
- Personalized favorites and trip logging
- Breadcrumb backtracking feature
- Vehicle profiling for tailored recommendations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $79.99 | per year |


## Is Newtracs safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Newtracs.

## Is Newtracs legit?

Newtracs appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Newtracs is 83 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 96)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newtracs/id1456718442/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Mr

*2026-09-20, version 3.1.1*

Great app very easy

### 1/5 — Disappointed Update

*2026-09-18, version 3.1.1*

App had few issues and now it has more...

1-Most of the tracks are unnamed however they do have names.

2-App doesn’t let you prefer trails when navigating even if the toggle is on. (Always tries to take you on pavement)

3-App doesn’t thoroughly search places like: state forests, lakes and/or famous tracks. Instead it opts for places in overseas. 

4-Some boundaries are wrong and/or hard to see.

All my mates and I decided to stop our subscription until these issues are fixed. Sad to see that the only improvement was the user interface…

### 1/5 — Pulsing Cursor & Mini Fonts… slow … cuts off when offline..  Too slow in general! Don’t get Premium.

*2026-09-04, version 3.1.0*

The app is ok when it works, but even playing it through carplay on my 11inch monitor, you can barely see the topo lines or read the names of places. The cursor continues “pulsing snd lagging” making it hard to stay on track even at low speeds. 
Safe yourself the time and get the new HEMA. 
Premium is not working when online just a waste of time. It freezes continuously.

### 5/5 — Great app, great tracks

*2026-09-03, version 3.1.0*

I use this app every time we go off road and in to the bush. 
Highly recommended it! 
Tree bank you for listening to my suggestion and adding “add photo” feature!
Best off road app!!

### 1/5 — Ai fake tracks

*2026-09-02, version 3.0.5*

Unverified tracks, confirmed non 4wd tracks, this app is now useless. You betrayed your customer base in the rush to adopt ai, now all your data is questionable. What a useless pivot for your company. 
Could have had a great app and community. What a stupid decision.

### 1/5 — Pulsing Cursor & Mini Fonts…

*2026-08-25, version 3.0.5*

The app is ok, but even playing it through carplay on my 11inch monitor, you can barely see the topo lines or read the names of places. The cursor continues to”pulsing” making it hard to stay on track even at low speeds.

### 1/5 — Not user friendly

*2026-08-24, version 3.0.5*

I found this app very difficult to use compared to other nav apps. I’ve ended my subscription.

### 2/5 — Not worth the money

*2026-08-24, version 3.0.5*

Way over priced for what you get. Beware that if you subscribe, your subscription defaults to automatically renew and Newtracs refuses to refund your money. I subscribed and was not satisfied with the app and hadn’t planned to renew my subscription. The money was then taken from my account, I reached out to Newtracs and kindly requested a refund out of good will to which they declined.

### 4/5 — Good, but could be better

*2026-08-13, version 3.0.3*

Great app. Still undecided if a membership is worth paying for. There are a few irritating things that could surely be fixed. 
Whenever you come out of the app and go back in it has re-centred on your current location. Really annoying when you are trying to plan a drive. 
When you select a track in an area that has several interlinking it is impossible to tell what section the information relates to. Would surely be easy for the selected track/section to highlight a different colour.
The colour coding for tracks doesn’t match the difficulty grades. No idea what they mean. 
Seems too easy to drop a pin. So I constantly find myself deleting pins.
I think if they fixed up some of these things I’d be all the more likely to sink money in a subscription

**Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to leave such detailed feedback. We really appreciate it!
We'll definitely take your suggestions on board, particularly around keeping the map position while planning, making the selected track stand out more clearly, and improving the pin-dropping experience.
For the items you're unsure about, you might find our Help Guide useful, as it explains features such as track colours, map behaviour, and other app functions in more detail: https://newtracs.com/help. help.newtracs.com
You can also contact support@newtracs.com.au and our team will be able to assist you if you have any questions.
Thanks again for your feedback, we're continually improving the app, and comments like yours help shape future updates. We hope we'll be able to earn your Premium subscription in the future! Thanks, the Newtracs Crew

### 4/5 — first time user

*2026-08-06, version 3.0.1*

Pushing that star up! Let’s see what’s ahead?

## Frequently asked questions about Newtracs

### What is Newtracs?

Newtracs is an innovative mapping app designed for 4WD adventures. It uses AI and real-time crowdsourced GPS data to provide detailed trail ratings, conditions, and navigation features.

### Does Newtracs have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Newtracs contains advertisements. However, it does offer premium subscription options for enhanced features.

### What are the Newtracs premium features?

Newtracs Premium unlocks features like automatically assessed track difficulty ratings, track length, warnings, average completion time, travel speed, recent track traffic, challenging sections, obstacles, and last visit dates. These are marked with asterisks in the app's description.

### Can I use Newtracs offline?

Yes, Newtracs offers offline-ready maps with high-resolution vector details. You can download maps and access a comprehensive database of trails and points of interest without an internet connection.

### How does Newtracs handle trail difficulty?

Newtracs uses artificial intelligence coupled with real-time crowdsourced GPS data to automatically assess track difficulty ratings. This provides users with insights into the challenges of different trails.

### What devices is Newtracs available on?

Newtracs offers cross-device sync for iOS devices, indicating it is available on iPhones and iPads. The specific version is 2.32.4.

### How often is Newtracs updated?

The latest version of Newtracs is 2.32.4, last updated on April 25, 2026. This suggests a regular update schedule, though the exact frequency is not specified.

### What is the pricing for Newtracs Premium?

Newtracs Premium offers annual subscriptions for $99.99 and monthly subscription plans. New users may be eligible for a trial period to test premium content and features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.2 — 2026-11-02

Rebuilt natively from the ground up with a redesigned UI and improved performance. Built for the bush, built for iOS.

Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

### 3.1.1 — 2026-09-15

Rebuilt natively from the ground up with a redesigned UI and improved performance. Built for the bush, built for iOS.

Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

### 3.1.0 — 2026-09-02

Rebuilt natively from the ground up with a redesigned UI and improved performance. Built for the bush, built for iOS.

Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

### 3.0.5 — 2026-08-23

- Fixes signed-out session handling

### 3.0.4 — 2026-08-13

- Stay signed in — expired sessions now show a quick re-login banner instead of logging you out
- Fixed login hang
- Big performance and speed improvements
- Fixed syncing issues with saved trips, tracks and vehicles
- Storage cleanup and stability fixes

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