# Hyundai SmartSpot vs DashMap

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hyundai SmartSpot at none against DashMap's 4. Hyundai SmartSpot also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.5). DashMap's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Hyundai SmartSpot ships an update every 6 weeks, DashMap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hyundai SmartSpot | DashMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashmap-smart-dash-cam/id1638360259/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **5** |
| Positive reviews | — | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MediaMonks](https://appshunter.io/developer/412428804) | [Ralf Cheung](https://appshunter.io/developer/957882938) |

## What reviewers say

### Hyundai SmartSpot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyundai-smartspot/id1378296067)

**In-app purchases:** none


### DashMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashmap-smart-dash-cam/id1638360259)

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:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Premium | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hyundai SmartSpot free?

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

### Is DashMap free?

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

### Do Hyundai SmartSpot or DashMap have ads?

Neither Hyundai SmartSpot nor DashMap shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hyundai SmartSpot or DashMap?

Hyundai SmartSpot ships an update every 6 weeks, and DashMap every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hyundai SmartSpot was updated on October 26, 2026 and DashMap on November 3, 2026.

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