# Back Seat Navigator vs DriveWindow

The clearest difference is price: Back Seat Navigator at Free against DriveWindow's $4.99. Back Seat Navigator also leads on ratings volume (318 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). DriveWindow's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). On device support there is nothing between them.

Back Seat Navigator is free to download; DriveWindow costs $4.99 up front. Back Seat Navigator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. DriveWindow asks for nothing beyond the download.

DriveWindow holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Back Seat Navigator has 318 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back Seat Navigator | DriveWindow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.1 (318 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-seat-navigator/id1383379420/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivewindow-traffic-tracker/id6775326706/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **318** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 57.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 102 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Byzantine Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795510959) | [ROBERT SCOTT FOGGIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896722168) |

## What reviewers say

### Back Seat Navigator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-seat-navigator/id1383379420)

This navigation app provides turn-by-turn directions with a unique twist: it offers insulting and humorous commentary throughout your journey. Customize profanity, insults, and voice options for a truly obnoxious driving experience.

**Highlights:** Turn-by-turn directions, Customizable profanity and insults, Multiple navigation modes, Selectable voice options, Various map types, Route options (avoid tolls/highways)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access | $3.99 | per month |
| All Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Family Plan, All Access | $69.99 | per year |
| Purchase App | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😂 Hilarious and entertaining insults
- 👍 Creative and witty humor
- 🎯 Accurate navigation/directions
- 💰 Affordable one-time payment to remove ads
- 🗺️ Powered by reliable Mapbox service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🔇 Audio/volume issues with Bluetooth
- ❌ No CarPlay integration
- 📍 Inaccurate location finding
- 🗺️ Poor route optimization

**Reported bugs**

- App closes when selecting address to navigate
- No sound/voice output during navigation
- Bluetooth connectivity issues with car stereo
- Black screen on CarPlay display
- Location search not finding places

**Requested features**

- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Multiple voice options (celebrity voices like Samuel L. Jackson)
- Different accents and voice variations
- Customizable/personalized insult phrases
- Volume control within app settings


### DriveWindow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivewindow-traffic-tracker/id6775326706)

This app proactively monitors your most important routes, providing real-time traffic ETAs and weather conditions. It offers custom alerts and integrates with iOS features like Dynamic Island and Live Activities for at-a-glance commute information.

**Highlights:** Smart route monitoring, Custom ETA alerts, Live Activities integration, Dynamic Island support, Apple Watch app & widgets, Weather integration, Multi-stop navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back Seat Navigator free?

Back Seat Navigator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DriveWindow free?

DriveWindow costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Back Seat Navigator or DriveWindow?

DriveWindow is rated higher. Back Seat Navigator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 318 ratings, while DriveWindow averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Back Seat Navigator or DriveWindow have ads?

Back Seat Navigator shows ads; DriveWindow does not.

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