Comparison

Mindme Locate vs WightExplorer

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

Head to head
About

Mindme Locate

Features
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Mindme provides pendant and wrist-worn devices designed to support people to lead independent lives. Our devices are suitable for people with dementia or learning difficulties who may wander. The Mindme Locate app enables carers to easily check the device’s most recently reported location. In addition to showing the position on a map, the app also displays: The date and time the location was reported How long the device has been at that location The nearest address The longitude and latitude coordinates The device’s battery level For security purposes, the app automatically logs you out when you exit. The device’s username is saved, so you only need to re-enter your PIN to log back in. Please note that an active Mindme device and subscription are required to use the app.

About

WightExplorer

Features
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Discover what's happening on the Isle of Wight with WightExplorer, the easy way to find local events and plan things to do across the island. Whether you're a resident looking for something to do this weekend or visiting the Isle of Wight and want to make the most of your trip, WightExplorer helps you discover events happening near you and across the island. Explore a wide range of events, from festivals and live music to theatre, markets, family activities, exhibitions, community events and much more. Found something you don't want to miss? Save events to your personal itinerary and keep track of everything you're planning to attend. Your itinerary gives you an easy way to see your upcoming plans in one place. WightExplorer can also notify you when your saved events are approaching, helping you remember what's coming up and making sure you don't miss out. Whether you're planning your next weekend, looking for something to do tonight, or organising a trip to the Isle of Wight, WightExplorer makes it easier to discover more of what's happening around the island. Discover events. Save your favourites. Plan your time. Explore the Isle of Wight with WightExplorer.

Screenshots

Mindme Locate4 screens
WightExplorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: WightExplorer at every 2 days against Mindme Locate's every 3 months. Mindme Locate's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mindme Locate ships an update every 3 months, WightExplorer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Mindme Locate versus WightExplorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMindme LocateWightExplorer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better16.4
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMinder LimitedWight Explorer Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Mindme Locate

No in-app purchases

None

WightExplorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mindme Locate free?
Mindme Locate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WightExplorer free?
WightExplorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mindme Locate or WightExplorer have ads?
Neither Mindme Locate nor WightExplorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mindme Locate or WightExplorer?
Mindme Locate ships an update every 3 months, and WightExplorer every 2 days. Most recently, Mindme Locate was updated on October 17, 2026 and WightExplorer on October 9, 2026.

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