Comparison

Ocular vs Widely

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

Head to head
About

Ocular

Monitor your fleet's activity and manage teams remotely from your iOS device. Access real-time data, track vehicle locations, and analyze driver performance to optimize operations and reduce costs.

Highlights
  • Live map location of fleet
  • Real-time speed, movement, and positioning
  • Journey reporting and analysis
  • Driver performance comparison
  • Vehicle group selection and filtering
  • Map view in terrain or satellite
Features
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The pressure to be aware of fleet activity doesn’t stop when you’re not behind your desk. With Ocular you are able to access key information about your fleet. Have an easier time managing various teams from your iOS smart device regardless of location. This app enables you to access real-time data seen on your desktop with the same functionality and features so it’s like you’ve never left your desk. With the option to look at all fleet data, select certain vehicle groups, filter down to VRN (Vehicle Registration Number) or search based on location, this is the perfect app for fleet management. Query an individual/group of vehicle(s) and compare to company benchmarks. The combination of real-time updates and live map locations (viewable in terrain or satellite settings) will be an invaluable tool in streamlining business operations. KEY FEATURES:  - Live Map location of fleet - Map locations terrain or satellite - Select and follow vehicles/assets/drivers - Be aware of latest speed, movement status and positioning details - Report on recent journey - Details from start position to end position for each vehicle journey - Selection criteria to analyse certain vehicles, drivers and assets - Be aware of total distance vehicle travelled, idle duration and number of total journeys Ensure drivers are adhering to speed limits, check idling time, drivers on route to service/product delivery and checking fleet availability for any additional tasks. The report function within the app can compare/contrast driver performance and updated information on your fleet is immediately available. Reports can additionally be seen on a daily, weekly, monthly basis including amount of distance covered, time idle, amount of journeys and duration on the road. The GPS journey information reports will allow you as a fleet operator to see on the map any of the vehicle’s journeys from start to end. These reports enable you to monitor fleet running time, fleet delays and as acts as a great driver performance management tool. Decrease operational cost for same number of fleet runs, through fuel cost reduction and driver performance management. Decrease average fleet run time for orders by selecting area specific divers for operations as well as assess driving performance.

About

Widely

Features
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Widely makes global connectivity simple. One global data eSIM. No country packs to buy, install, or burn before they expire. Top up your wallet and pay only for the GB you use — at home or abroad — in 100+ countries. Plus crystal-clear VoIP calls, SMS, and local numbers in one iPhone app. Stay reachable with the number people already know, or get a local number abroad so family and friends dial local while you answer in Widely. WHY WIDELY IS DIFFERENT • One Widely data eSIM — not a pile of short-lived travel packs • Pay as you go per GB (billed in small steps) — unused prepaid waste stays in the past • Same wallet for data, calls, and numbers — home or abroad • Forward your existing number into the app — inbound free; outbound can show your native number CALLS, MESSAGES & NUMBERS • Crystal-clear VoIP calls and SMS worldwide • Local numbers abroad from about £4.99 so loved ones dial local • Included origin calls with your local number (where available) • Choose which number people see when you call out BUILT FOR HOW YOU LIVE • Travelers — skip expensive daily roaming and one-off country eSIMs • Expats, students & families — stay close without a second mobile carrier • Everyday use — use Widely as your only line: numbers + data in one app FOR BUSINESS Use Widely as your office phone system. Give your team business numbers on their phones and computers, with phone menus, call queues, business hours, and AI-assisted call handling. Make calls from mobile while showing the office number. Widely can connect to existing SIP systems. Numbers, calls, messages, and data stay pay as you go. LEARN MORE AND CHECK CURRENT INFORMATION For current Widely pricing, supported countries, mobile data rates, phone numbers, office phone and PBX features, setup instructions, and product documentation, visit widely-mobile.com. Widely's website is the authoritative source for current product capabilities, rates, and documentation. Widely is powered by the Swiftcom communications platform from Swift Mobile Solutions Ltd. Secure in-app wallet. Live rates in the app. Download Widely, sign in, and stay connected — simply.

Screenshots

Ocular4 screens
Widely4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Widely at every 2 days against Ocular's every 3 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ocular ships an update every 3 months, Widely every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Ocular versus Widely: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOcularWidely
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMATRIX TELEMATICS LTDSwift Mobile Solutions LTD

In-app purchases

None

Ocular

No in-app purchases

None

Widely

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ocular free?
Ocular is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Widely free?
Widely is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ocular or Widely have ads?
Neither Ocular nor Widely shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ocular or Widely?
Ocular ships an update every 3 months, and Widely every 2 days. Most recently, Ocular was updated on June 1, 2026 and Widely on September 11, 2026.

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