# Locally Maps vs Alsies

The clearest difference is rating: Locally Maps at 4.6 against Alsies's 3.8. Locally Maps also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 62%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Alsies's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Locally Maps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Alsies asks for nothing beyond the download.

Locally Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Locally Maps's written reviews are positive against 62% of Alsies's.

Locally Maps ships an update every 2 months, Alsies fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Locally Maps | Alsies |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locally-maps/id1228487982/reviews)** | [3.8 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alsies/id6443624566/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 42 | **50** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 61.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 52 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Locally Maps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1228487560) | [Alsies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647811199) |

## What reviewers say

### Locally Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locally-maps/id1228487982)

Discover local eateries, food trucks, and specials in your area. Get real-time updates on business hours and menu changes. Connect with your favorite food vendors and never miss out on delicious deals.

**Highlights:** Find open businesses, View current menus and specials, Real-time location and hours, Notifications for business closures, Discover new food vendors, Connect with local businesses

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Truck Owner - Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro | $49.99 | per month |
| Monthly Basic | $99.00 | per month |
| Yearly Basic | $99.99 | per year |
| Truck Owner - Yearly | $199.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $249.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $999.99 | per year |


### Alsies

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alsies/id6443624566)

This app revolutionizes the ice cream truck experience by allowing you to summon a truck to your location. Track trucks in real-time, view planned routes, and receive notifications when a truck is near. Earn loyalty points with every purchase.

**Highlights:** Summon truck to your doorstep, Real-time truck tracking, View planned routes, Proximity notifications, Loyalty points program

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Locally Maps free?

Locally Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alsies free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Locally Maps or Alsies?

Locally Maps is rated higher. Locally Maps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while Alsies averages 3.8 from 50 ratings.

### Do Locally Maps or Alsies have ads?

Neither Locally Maps nor Alsies shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Locally Maps or Alsies?

Locally Maps ships an update every 2 months, and Alsies fortnightly. Most recently, Locally Maps was updated on October 24, 2026 and Alsies on October 27, 2026.

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