TripLogger Remote vs GPS track and Player
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TripLogger Remote
This navigation app records your locations locally and optionally to a remote server. Import and display GPX files, create routes on the map, and view your progress in real-time. It offers battery-saving configurations and can be used on Apple Watch and macOS.
- GPS location logging
- Remote server logging option
- GPX file import and display
- Interactive route and waypoint creation
- Real-time map updates
- Apple Watch and macOS support
- Battery usage optimization
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TripLogger is a GPS logging and navigation app which records locations both locally on the device and optionally to a remote server, such as the open-source TripServer [1] remote logging server. GPX [2] files containing waypoints, planned routes and previous tracks can be imported and displayed on the map using Apple's MapKit for SwiftUI API. Routes and waypoints can also be created interactively on the map. [1]: https://www.fdsd.co.uk/trip-server-2/ [2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GPS_Exchange_Format The map is updated in real time using the locally logged locations such that you can see where you have been and where you want to go based on the currently selected route. The map can also be used on the Apple Watch. TripLogger is now also available for macOS systems using MacCatalyst support. Please note that the maps are not available offline within the app, other than those parts that the Apple MapKit API has cached, even if you have saved offline maps within Apple's Maps app. The route, track and waypoints are still visible, but with missing or no map detail in the background. You can of course still use Apple Maps offline features in that situation, perhaps switching between the two. However, always carry traditional paper maps and a compass! Different time and distance intervals can be applied to remote and local logging. For remote logging you will need to setup and host the remote web server yourself or use a third-party hosting service. The app can be used without a remote logging service. The app is designed to provide configuration options which can be used to minimize battery usage. For example, if logging infrequently, the app can be configured to use locations based on Wi-Fi and the mobile phone network, then once a new location is received the GPS is switched on until a sufficiently accurate location is established. The GPS is then switched off again until the next time a new location is reported. Although the app is configurable to minimize battery usage, nonetheless, using location background mode may dramatically decrease battery life. The main page of the app displays a summary of its current status together with counters showing how many locations have been saved locally or transmitted to the remote host, including how many of those have succeeded or failed. When an active route has been selected the app shows the remaining distance and if the route contains elevation (altitude) data, it provides an estimate of the time remaining based on configurable values. An activity log reports key events such as the time and location of each position reported to the remote server. Tapping on the location opens and displays it in the Maps app. Locations that have been saved to the local database can be exported in the GPX file format. A paired Apple Watch can be used for either stand-alone logging directly on the Apple Watch or as remote control functionality to the app running on the iPhone, allowing you to monitor and control the application's logging features without needing to take your phone out of your pocket or bag. Depending on the the Apple Watch model, you may still need the iPhone to provide the Apple Watch with Internet access. The iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch can be used to create a note and include it with the next established location sent to the remote host. This is only relevant to remote logging. Notifications can be enabled to advise when the iPhone or iPad battery level is lower or higher than configurable values whilst discharging or charging respectively. Battery level notifications are only sent whilst remote logging is enabled and running on the iPhone or iPad. The app is free, without ads and is available on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and macOS. See the [user guide](https://www.fdsd.co.uk/triplogger/) for more information.
GPS track and Player
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[GPS Track and Player] このアプリでは、GPSで取得した位置情報とモーションセンサーが記録したジャイロセンサーの値をCSVファイルに保存することができます。また、保存したCSVファイルを読み込んで地図上で再生することも可能です。このアプリは、ランニングなどのログ作成に役立つだけでなく、乗り物の試験や実験時のセンサーとしても利用できます。 This app allows you to record GPS location data and gyro sensor values recorded by the motion sensor into a CSV file. Additionally, you can load the CSV file and play it back on a map. It is useful for creating logs during activities like running and can also serve as a sensor for vehicle testing and experiments. [REC page] Tap the Rec button at the bottom of the screen, it'll start recording your GPS latitude, longitude, altitude and heading from your GPS (and gyro status if selected). Stop recording when tap the Rec button again. It will automatically save your logging data to "Track&Player" folder as a csv file. [PLAY page] Tap the file button at the bottom right corner on the screen, it will show you FILE app. select "Track&Player" folder then select appropriate file named by the date. [SYSTEM page] Maximum Recording Time: It will automatically stop recording at the maximum selected time. Speed Unit: You can select preferred unit of speed. Gyro Sensor: If it's on, It will record attitude, rate of degrees and G forces for XYZ axis.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: GPS track and Player at every 8 days against TripLogger Remote's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TripLogger Remote ships an update every 2 months, GPS track and Player every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TripLogger Remote | GPS track and Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Frank Dean | Kazuhiro Ota |
In-app purchases
TripLogger Remote
No in-app purchases
GPS track and Player
No in-app purchases
Questions
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