Free Map Tools vs Drive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Free Map Tools
This app offers a suite of map-based utilities for measuring distances, calculating areas, and visualizing radii. It can also determine travelable distances within a set time and find antipodal points on the globe. Useful for planning, analysis, and geographical exploration.
- Measure distance and area
- Plot radius around a point
- Calculate travelable distance/time
- Find distance between two locations
- Locate antipodal points
- Find zip/postcodes within a radius
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Free Map Tools is a collection of tools based on maps. These tools allow you to perform various functions for a wide range of applications. You can measure distances and areas. You can also send or share the map as an image to indicate the area, route or radius you have plotted. The Radius Around Point tool lets you plot a distance radius on a map. You specify the centre point, the radius and other features such as colour. You can then visualise the radius to see the area covered. The Measure Distance tool lets you plot a route on a map and find out the distance covered in various units. It also uses your GPS sensor to plot the route automatically. The Area Calculator Tool lets you draw an area on the map and find the measurement of the area enclosed. The Find How Far I Can Travel tool will show how far you can drive or walk within a set time. For example, how far can I get if I drive for 60 minutes from my current location. How Far is it Between allows you to find the road and crow-flies distance between 2 addresses. It also shows both routes on the map. The Map Tunnelling Tool allows you to find out where on the globe your antipodal point is. You can also find the antipode of any custom location. Country Specific Tools ———————————————- For the following countries: ∙USA ∙UK You can use the following tools: ∙The zip/postcodes found inside a radius ∙The distance between two zip/postcodes
Drive
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Introducing **Drive**, the ultimate companion for a seamless and distraction-free driving experience. With our innovative app, you can harness the power of CarPlay to effortlessly discover and interact with the nearest locations around you, all while keeping your focus on the road. **Key Features:** **1. Instant Location Discovery:** Gone are the days of fumbling with your phone to find nearby places of interest. When you connect your phone to CarPlay, **Drive** automatically displays a curated list of the closest locations, ranging from restaurants, gas stations, hotels, and more, right on your car's display. **2. Effortless Navigation:** Say goodbye to the hassle of manually inputting destinations. With just a few taps on your CarPlay screen, you can select a location from the list and seamlessly navigate to it using your car's built-in GPS system. No distractions, no stress, just smooth sailing. **3. Quick Reservations:** Craving a particular restaurant or need a room for the night? **Drive** allows you to make reservations directly from your CarPlay interface. Simply tap to call and reserve your spot, ensuring you never miss out on your favorite places. **4. Closing Time Alerts:** Worried about closing times? We've got you covered. Our app sends you timely notifications when a location you're interested in is about to close, so you can plan your visit accordingly. **5. Smart Suggestions:** **Drive** is not just about finding the nearest location; it's about finding the right one for you. Our intelligent algorithm takes your preferences into account, suggesting places that match your tastes and needs. **6. Powerful Filters:** Customize your search results with our extensive filtering options. Whether you're looking for a specific cuisine, a particular price range, or places that offer specific amenities, you can fine-tune your results to suit your preferences. **7. Voice-Activated Control:** Keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. **Drive** supports voice commands, allowing you to find, navigate, and interact with locations using simple voice prompts. **8. Safety First:** We prioritize your safety. **Drive** is designed to minimize distractions and enhance your driving experience, ensuring you stay focused and safe on the road. **9. User-Friendly Interface:** Our intuitive and user-friendly interface is designed to seamlessly integrate with CarPlay, making it easy for you to access all these features without any hassle. **Drive** revolutionizes the way you explore your surroundings while driving. It's not just a navigation tool; it's your personal concierge on the road, making your journeys more enjoyable and stress-free. Download **Drive** today and transform your CarPlay experience. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to effortless, convenient, and safe location discovery. Whether you're on a road trip, commuting, or simply exploring your city, **Drive** is your trusted companion for finding what you need, when you need it. Stay focused, stay safe, and let **Drive** take the wheel when it comes to discovering the world around you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Free Map Tools at Free against Drive's $0.99. Drive's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Free Map Tools is free to download; Drive costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Free Map Tools | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (61 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 61 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GV Software Solutions Limited | Gianluca Posca |
Bugs and requests
Free Map Tools
Reported bugs
9 issues- App crashes frequently
- Track My Route feature doesn't work
- Elevation tool is missing/not functional
- Radius map saving/emailing issue
- Inaccurate travel time estimates
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- Air miles feature not working
- No postcode input option
- App does not work on iPad
- Map radius tool is inaccurate
Requested features
13 requests- Calculate distance of each leg
- Add elevation tool
- Improve contrast for route saving
- List for saved routes
- Improve 'how far can I travel' algorithm for UK roads
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- Add German language option
- In-app purchase to remove ads
- Add sea level riser tool
- Show highways on map
- Track up vs top down map view
- Chevron blue arrow for direction
- ETA at truck driving speeds
- Population tool
Drive
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Free Map Tools
No in-app purchases
Drive
No in-app purchases









