# RUMlogNG2Go vs Open

The clearest difference is rating: RUMlogNG2Go at 4.7 against Open's 4.0. RUMlogNG2Go also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 22 months) and ratings volume (253 vs 1). Open's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

RUMlogNG2Go costs $4.99 and Open $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

RUMlogNG2Go holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RUMlogNG2Go has 253 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

RUMlogNG2Go ships an update every 4 weeks, Open every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RUMlogNG2Go | Open |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (253 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rumlogng2go/id1005575164/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-map/id1417342615/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **253** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 22 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 16 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thomas Lindner, DL2RUM](https://appshunter.io/developer/531394808) | [Roberto Panetta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438480110) |

## What reviewers say

### RUMlogNG2Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rumlogng2go/id1005575164)

This amateur radio contact logging tool offers comprehensive QSO logging, DXCC tracking, and integration with various online services. It supports file exchange via iCloud and iTunes, and can exchange data with select transceivers.

**Highlights:** QSO logging with DXCC, heading, and distance calculations, Log file compatibility with Mac RUMlogNG, Exchange logs via iCloud, iTunes Filesharing, or Files, Import/Export ADIF files, eQSL and LoTW user identification, Integrated telnet DX cluster, Real-time Grayline Map

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and useful
- 🔗 Connects via Bluetooth (IC-705)
- ☁️ Cloud sync for logbook
- 🗂️ DX cluster integration
- 📱 Works on iPhone and iPad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Date and time issues (UTC/Local)
- ❓ Configuration complexity
- 🚫 eQSL not working
- 🚫 DX-CLUSTER without function
- 🐛 Cannot download ADIF logs

**Reported bugs**

- Date and time (UTC) fields not functioning properly
- eQSL not working, incorrect password message
- DX-CLUSTER without function, no response from Sysop
- Will not download ADIF logs from onecloud
- Local Time and UTC mixed, data converted to UTC

**Requested features**

- Add K4D as rig option for TRX Control
- Add AMP KPA1500
- Add RT21-D Rotor Control
- Search logbook by first name or town
- Flash first name when adding call sign


### Open

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-map/id1417342615)

Explore the world with over 60 interactive map types, offering diverse styles and up-to-date data. Easily switch between maps while preserving your position and zoom level. Ideal for cartography enthusiasts and anyone interested in varied map representations.

**Highlights:** Over 60 diverse map types, Interactive zoom and pan, Instant map switching, Preserves position and zoom, Shows user location, Optimized for iOS devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RUMlogNG2Go free?

RUMlogNG2Go costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Open free?

Open costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RUMlogNG2Go or Open?

RUMlogNG2Go is rated higher. RUMlogNG2Go averages 4.7 out of 5 from 253 ratings, while Open averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do RUMlogNG2Go or Open have ads?

Neither RUMlogNG2Go nor Open shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RUMlogNG2Go or Open?

RUMlogNG2Go ships an update every 4 weeks, and Open every 22 months. Most recently, RUMlogNG2Go was updated on November 1, 2026 and Open on November 2, 2026.

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