RootCloud vs DevLocation
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RootCloud
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This application relies on the Google map service and requires your network to support access to Google services; Provide real-time view of devices for customers who buy cloud service platforms; Provide equipment monitoring for customers who purchase services
DevLocation
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Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ DevLocation is a location simulation and GPS debugging tool for iOS developers. From Mac, simulate a single coordinate or a continuous route on an iPhone with Developer Mode enabled, so you can test maps, navigation, and location-based features on a real device. For development and functional testing only. Enable Developer Mode, connect with USB, and tap Trust. Follow local laws and the Apple Developer Agreement. FEATURES • Single-point mode: pick a map location, search an address, or enter coordinates • Route mode: set start, via, and end points, then simulate walk, run, cycle, or drive • Speed and GPS jitter: adjust speed and add slight jitter to test accuracy logic • GPX import and export: reuse tracks or save the current route • Follow roads: optionally generate road-aligned paths • Favorites and history: save places and routes, replay previous sessions • Mac and iPhone companion: sync on the same network; stop and restore from iPhone • Shortcuts: set or stop location simulation on Mac HOW TO USE ON IPHONE The iPhone app is a companion. It shows status and lets you stop and restore. Simulation is started from Mac. 1. Install and open • Install DevLocation on an iPhone with Developer Mode enabled • Allow local network access to find the Mac on the same Wi-Fi 2. Pair with Mac • Open DevLocation on Mac, connect this iPhone with USB, tap Trust, and connect • Keep both devices on the same Wi-Fi • Status syncs automatically; the home screen shows the Mac name 3. Monitor a session • The header shows Simulating or Idle, plus connection health • Location Preview marks the coordinate; change map style, zoom, or recenter • Details lists device, mode, speed, coordinates, and last update 4. Stop and restore • While simulating, tap Stop and Restore • iPhone tells Mac to end the session and restore real location • The button is disabled when idle 5. Tips • Use Mac to pick points, build routes, and start • Use iPhone to confirm on device or to stop quickly • If status does not update, check the same network and keep the Mac app open NOTES • Developer Mode is required • Use only on your own development devices to test apps you are developing • Stop and restore when finished • This tool does not bypass system restrictions or misrepresent location for non-development use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RootCloud at none against DevLocation's 3. RootCloud also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). DevLocation's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On price 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. DevLocation sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RootCloud asks for nothing beyond the download.
RootCloud ships an update every 2 weeks, DevLocation weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RootCloud | DevLocation |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iRootech Technology Co., Ltd. | Weigan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
RootCloud
No in-app purchases
DevLocation
- Upgrade to Monthly VIP3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Upgrade to Yearly VIP3 Days trial$4.991 Year
- Upgrade to Lifetime VIP$9.99









