Newtracs vs Memory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Newtracs
This mapping app enhances 4WD adventures with AI-powered, real-time crowdsourced GPS data for trail ratings and conditions. It features interactive maps, offline capabilities, and personalized tracking for off-road exploration.
- Live crowdsourced trail data updates
- Interactive map with steep sections highlighted
- Real-time closed track alerts
- Offline-ready high-resolution maps
- Personalized favorites and trip logging
- Breadcrumb backtracking feature
- Vehicle profiling for tailored recommendations
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Unleash the full potential of your 4WD adventures with Newtracs, the innovative mapping app that goes beyond the ordinary. Our groundbreaking platform leverages artificial intelligence coupled with real-time crowdsourced GPS data from users to revolutionise trail ratings and conditions, providing you with unparalleled insights for your off-road journey. Here's how Newtracs elevates your experience: 1. Live Crowdsourced Trail Data Updates - Automatically assessed track difficulty ratings - Track length information - Track warnings and alerts - Average completion time* - Average travel speed* - Recent track traffic segregated by vehicle type* - Highlights of challenging sections* and obstacles* - Last visit date by a Newtracs user* 2. Interactive Map with Steep Sections Highlighted - Easily identify steep sections on the map for informed route planning. 3. Real-time Closed Tracks (Victoria) - Stay updated with daily data feeds from DELWP to know about track closures in Victoria. 4. Snow Cover Alerts - Explore snow-covered 4WD trails by accessing a dedicated layer that includes all tracks and areas above 1000m. 5. Offline-Ready Maps - Download high-resolution vector maps at 1:2k resolution, ensuring crystal-clear visuals and smooth loading for offline use. - Upgrade to Newtracs Premium for access to topographic details, including hill shading and contour lines. 6. Personalized Favorites - Save your favorite camp spots and record your 4WD adventures, all offline. 7. Cross-Device Sync - Enjoy seamless automatic backup and synchronization of trip logs, favorite tracks, and saved pins across iOS devices. 8. Breadcrumb Feature - Never worry about getting lost with the handy back-tracking feature. 9. Extensive Offline Search - Access a comprehensive database of over 13,000 assessed 4x4 trails and 8,000+ campsites, parks, towns, and places—all without an internet connection. 10. Vehicle Profiling - Create a vehicle profile in-app to understand how Newtracs classifies your vehicle and receive tailored track recommendations. 11. Premium Subscription Options - Choose from annual and monthly subscription plans to unlock Newtracs Premium content, providing extra peace of mind for your 4WD adventures, whether you're a seasoned pro or planning a long weekend getaway. Experience off-road exploration like never before with Newtracs. Get started today and take your 4WD adventures to new heights. *Asterisked features only available to Newtracs premium subscribers. An internet connection is required for the app to automatically get the latest track info synced to your device. To manage your Newtracs Premium subscription: - You can turn off auto-renewal via the main Settings app: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 - Annual ($99.99) subscriptions come with a trial period for new users to try premium content and features for free. Subscriptions automatically renew each period after the end of the trial (where applicable) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (unless a free trial applies, at which point it will be charged upon completion of the trial). - Privacy Policy: www.newtracs.com.au/privacy-policy - Terms & Conditions: www.newtracs.com.au/terms-of-service Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. iPads must have GPS tracking functions (iPad with Wifi+GPS) to enable location tracking and logging of trips, however a SIM card or cellular coverage is not required to utilise GPS tracking functions. Bluetooth GPS units can be purchased to enable GPS tracking with Wifi only iPads.
Memory
Navigate anywhere with offline maps and GPS. Access a vast library of global maps, plan routes, and track your journey without a mobile data connection. Sync data across devices for seamless planning and navigation.
- Offline GPS navigation
- Downloadable global maps
- Route planning and editing
- 3D World map view
- Interactive terrain elevation profiles
- Cloud sync across devices
- GPX file import/export
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Download maps for Offline GPS Navigation. No mobile data connection required. Your favorite maps and charts from OS, Hema, NOAA, and many more. Immersive 3D World map view Fully customizable map, data display and toolbar buttons. Powerful overlay data management, using nested categories and GPX files Backup and load maps from thumb drive. Use the same maps and sync your overlay data to other mobile devices and desktop computers Interactive Route Profile showing terrain elevation Track Altitude and Speed profile graphs Show terrain ascent, descent, max elevation and estimated time for planned route The Memory-Map for All app turns your phone or tablet into a full-featured Outdoor GPS or Marine Chart Plotter, and allows you to navigate with USGS Topo maps, NOAA Marine charts, and many other specialist maps, without needing a mobile internet signal. Maps are downloaded on-the-fly and can be pre-loaded in bulk, so they are ready to be used offline. Once the app and maps are loaded to the phone or tablet, cellular network coverage or internet connection is not required for real time GPS navigation. The Memory-Map for All app can be used as a standalone GPS navigator, but it can also be used in conjunction with the Windows PC or Mac app (free download) for planning, printing and loading up maps, waypoints and routes to the phone/tablet. Memory-Map for All includes free access to 1:250,000 scale topographic maps and many other free maps around the world. More detailed maps are available for download and purchase with a free try-before-you-buy, time-limited demo option. Available maps include Ordnance Survey, Hema, USGS quads, NOAA, UKHO, and DeLorme. Maps can be used on your PC as well as your phone and tablet. The Cloud Sync feature allows you to keep the overlay data consistent on all your devices. Features include: Access a vast range of Worldwide maps and charts. Automatically downloads a free map of your current location Create and edit marks and routes. Import and export marks, routes and tracks in the open GPX format Interactive graphs of terrain elevation, GPS Altitude and Speed profile Display; Position, Course, Speed, Heading, Altitude and averages Position coordinates include Lat/Long, UTM, GB Grid, Irish Grid, Military Grid. Units displayed in Statute, Nautical or Metric, with separate unit setting for Height Support for GPS and Compass sensors, where available. Placename search index can be used offline. Moving map, lock GPS position and automatically scroll the map Records breadcrumb trail / tracklogs. Share position marks, routes and tracklogs as GPX files Full marine instrumentation features, with AIS, DSC and Anchor alarm NMEA data interface via WiFi for marine instruments Barometer & relative altitude Import custom icons for POI Alarms for mark proximity, Anchor, Geofence or Exclusion zone, Crostrack error
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Memory at none against Newtracs's 2. Memory also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Newtracs's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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. Newtracs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Memory asks for nothing beyond the download.
Newtracs ships an update every 10 days, Memory every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Newtracs | Memory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.9 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | 81.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Newtracs Trading Pty Ltd | Memory-Map |
Customer experience
Newtracs
Memory
Bugs and requests
Newtracs
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Memory
Reported bugs
10 issues- App won't close properly with swipe-up gesture on iPhone
- Startup error message about improper closure
- Maps fail to download on new devices
- GPS location not detected on iPad despite enabled settings
- App switching gesture interferes with map centering
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- Dynamic Island doesn't show navigation instructions
- Zoom limits restrict detailed trail viewing
- Auto map change on zoom behaves unexpectedly
- Help function is inadequate/useless
- Cut-and-paste doesn't work on Mac desktop application
Requested features
14 requests- Apple CarPlay support
- Map auto-rotation to direction of travel
- More custom waypoint icons (food drop, water source, campsite, etc.)
- Better route optimization with more waypoints
- Map orientation options (North-up vs. route-up)
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- Postcode and OS grid reference search
- Location beacon within software
- More detailed maps for Australian regions (SA, NT)
- Foreign/European map availability
- Historical map access
- Font size control for map labels
- Bulk waypoint customization on import
- Course heading-up feature
- Built-in POI overlay list
In-app purchases
Newtracs
- Monthly Premium Subscription$12.991 Month
- Annual Premium Subscription7 Days trial$79.991 Year
Memory
No in-app purchases








