# DashCam HUD vs DashMap

DashCam HUD and DashMap both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 65% of DashCam HUD's written reviews are positive against 25% of DashMap's. DashCam HUD also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.5). DashMap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DashCam HUD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DashMap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for DashCam HUD against 4.6 for DashMap. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 5 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of DashCam HUD's written reviews are positive against 25% of DashMap's.

DashCam HUD ships an update every 3 months, DashMap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DashCam HUD | DashMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashcam-hud/id1425381079/reviews)** | [4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashmap-smart-dash-cam/id1638360259/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **64.8% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ayumu Kinoshita](https://appshunter.io/developer/753694887) | [Ralf Cheung](https://appshunter.io/developer/957882938) |

## What reviewers say

### DashCam HUD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashcam-hud/id1425381079)

This app combines a drive recorder, speed meter, navigation, browser, and music player for a comprehensive in-car experience. Control displays with external switches and utilize head-up display functionality for enhanced travel comfort on various vehicles.

**Highlights:** Automatic drive recording with shock detection, Speedometer with customizable scales and traction circle, Voice-guided navigation with route guidance options, Integrated browser and memo pad, Speed-interlocking music player volume, Head-up display compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### 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

**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 DashCam HUD free?

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

### Is DashMap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DashCam HUD or DashMap?

DashCam HUD is rated higher. DashCam HUD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while DashMap averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do DashCam HUD or DashMap have ads?

DashCam HUD shows ads; DashMap does not.

### Which is updated more often, DashCam HUD or DashMap?

DashCam HUD ships an update every 3 months, and DashMap every 2 weeks. Most recently, DashCam HUD was updated on September 21, 2026 and DashMap on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*