Comparison

DriveCamX vs DashMap

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DriveCamX

Record your drives with adjustable video quality and duration. Switch between front and rear cameras, and track your journey on a map. Videos are saved to iTunes for easy transfer to your PC.

Highlights
  • Adjustable recording duration (30, 60, 90 sec)
  • HD and 4K video quality options
  • Front and rear camera switching
  • Map tracking modes
  • Automatic deletion of oldest files
  • iTunes shared folder saving
Features
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The Simple Drive recorder function will be added for your iPhone. ・ The recording start/stop button: you can start/stop recording. The recording duration is 30sec, 60sec or 90sec. Maximum number of saved files is 3. The oldest file is deleted at continuous recording. The size of recorded video is about 60MB for HD video quality and about 150MB for 4K at 30Sec recording. (*) You can not start recording and the warning is displayed when free disk space is under 500MB.  ・Movies: You can play or delete the recorded videos. The recorded videos are saved at iTunes shared folder. You can copy them to your PC and delete them when many videos are saved.  ・ Video&Duration: You can change the video quality and recording duration(30Sec, 60sec, 90sec). The 4K recording can be support for iPhone6S later. ・ Switchback/front camera: You can switch the front camera when you would like to record the inside your car. ・ Switch map tracking mode: Tracking-follow and tracking-follow with heading mode are available. This app can not be designed for the driver. The fellow passenger should operate the app. Recording video cause a shortage of memory and decrease battery life. So we recommend that your iPhone connect to the charger and quit the other suspended apps for saving the memory. DISCLAIMER OF DAMAGES: IN NO EVENT SHALL BECOMINGSYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR BODILY INJURY (INCLUDING DEATH) TO ANY PERSON CAUSED BY BECOMINGSYSTEMS'S NEGLIGENCE, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF BECOMINGSYSTEMS OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. IN NO EVENT WILL BECOMINGSYSTEMS’S LIABILITY OR DAMAGES TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON EVER EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO USE THE SOFTWARE, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM. BECOMINGSYSTEMS AND ITS LICENSORS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. Twitter http://twitter.com/supportsX facebook http://www.facebook.com/becomingsystems support@becomingsystems.com

About

DashMap

This app transforms your iPhone into a dual-screen safety system, offering simultaneous 4K dash cam recording and GPS navigation. It provides seamless integration with CarPlay, allowing you to control recording and navigation from your car's display while keeping your phone focused on the road.

Highlights
  • Dual-screen CarPlay integration
  • Simultaneous 4K recording and navigation
  • GPX/TCX route import
  • On-device video storage
  • Professional telemetry overlays
  • Automatic footage management
Features
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DashMap is the iPhone dash cam built for Apple CarPlay. Navigate on your car display while your mounted iPhone records in up to 4K—and keeps every drive video on-device. One App. Zero Clutter. The CarPlay Advantage Experience the Dual-Screen Setup: Mount your iPhone high for a clear 4K view of the road while your car’s built-in display handles the navigation. Seamless Sync: Search destinations and start recording directly from your dashboard. Eyes on the Road: Get turn-by-turn directions on CarPlay while your phone acts as your dedicated safety lens. Built for Explorers & Bikers Don't just follow the highway—follow your path. Route Import: Seamlessly import GPX and TCX files from your favorite planning tools. Custom Navigation: Follow specific backroads or trails while recording every mile of the journey. Pro Telemetry: High-speed GPS, heading, and live speed data are overlaid directly on your video. Privacy & Performance First We believe your data belongs to you. On-Device Storage: Every drive video stays on your iPhone. No cloud video storage or Wi-Fi transfer is required. Instant Access: No fishing for Wi-Fi or clunky companion apps. Tap, watch, and share instantly. Configurable Storage: Choose a 5, 10, 20, 40, or 60 GB video limit. When the limit is reached, DashMap removes the oldest footage first while leaving the active recording untouched. Key Features: Simultaneous 4K Recording & Navigation: Record while you drive without losing your way. CarPlay Support: Access essential navigation and recording actions from CarPlay while your mounted iPhone records the road. Advanced Route Preview: Check for toll roads and traffic before you shift into gear. Professional Overlays: Live GPS, speed, and time data embedded in your footage for insurance or sharing. Dual Camera Support: Switch to the front-facing camera for cabin security. Adaptive Thermal Protection: If your iPhone gets warm, DashMap automatically lowers the recording frame rate and restores your selected rate after the device cools down. Pro Tips for Drivers: Mount it High: Use a magsafe windshield mount behind your rearview mirror for the best 4K perspective. Stay Powered: Keep your phone plugged in for long-distance trips or touring. Magnetic Mounts: Use a MagSafe-compatible mount for the fastest "mount and go" experience. Privacy Policy: https://dashmap.co/privacy Terms of Use: https://dashmap.co/tos

Screenshots

DriveCamX2 screens
DashMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DriveCamX at none against DashMap's 4. DriveCamX also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). DashMap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (25% vs 0%). On price and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DashMap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. DriveCamX asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DriveCamX ships an update every 2 months, DashMap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DriveCamX versus DashMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDriveCamXDashMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB111 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBecomingSystemsRalf Cheung

Customer experience

DriveCamX

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DashMap

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

DriveCamX

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

DashMap

Subscriptions4
  • 1 Week Premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • 1 Month Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 6 Months Premium7 Days trial$29.996 Months
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  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is DriveCamX free?
DriveCamX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DashMap free?
DashMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DriveCamX or DashMap have ads?
DriveCamX shows ads; DashMap does not.
Which is updated more often, DriveCamX or DashMap?
DriveCamX ships an update every 2 months, and DashMap every 2 weeks. Most recently, DriveCamX was updated on August 26, 2026 and DashMap on September 17, 2026.

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