# GoCarma vs Sweep

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sweep at 100% against GoCarma's 28%. Sweep also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). GoCarma's advantage is ratings volume (1.7K vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Sweep holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GoCarma has 1.7K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of GoCarma's written reviews are positive against 100% of Sweep's.

GoCarma ships an update every 3 weeks, Sweep every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoCarma | Sweep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gocarma/id1188361096/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweep-trail-maps/id6762053662/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 110 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Carma](https://appshunter.io/developer/369676723) | [Sweep Outdoors](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892656570) |

## What reviewers say

### GoCarma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gocarma/id1188361096)

This app automatically detects and verifies eligible commute activities like carpooling, transit, and biking. It helps users qualify for local transportation programs and earn rewards or discounts for smarter commuting choices.

**Highlights:** Automatic trip detection and verification, Rewards for carpooling, transit, telework, walking, biking, Qualify for local transportation programs, HOV toll discounts, Incentives for avoiding solo driving, Privacy-focused location usage

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient for carpooling
- 👍 Saves money on tolls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Privacy concerns with always-on location tracking
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and unreliable discounts

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to detect passengers and provide HOV discounts
- Compatibility issues with certain phone models and OS versions

**Requested features**

- Option to only enable location tracking when the app is in use
- Simpler setup process without the need for additional Bluetooth devices
- Better integration with toll tag accounts to avoid the need for separate apps


### Sweep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweep-trail-maps/id6762053662)

Navigate parks and trails with confidence using official, accurate maps. Track your hikes and explore new routes with real-time location data, even offline. The app's coverage is rapidly expanding thanks to community contributions.

**Highlights:** Official park maps, Real-time location on trails, Offline navigation, Hike tracking and logging, Community-maintained maps

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoCarma free?

GoCarma is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Sweep free?

Sweep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GoCarma or Sweep?

Sweep is rated higher. GoCarma averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Sweep averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do GoCarma or Sweep have ads?

Neither GoCarma nor Sweep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GoCarma or Sweep?

GoCarma ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sweep every 2 weeks. Most recently, GoCarma was updated on October 24, 2026 and Sweep on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*