# Newtracs vs Memory

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Newtracs | Memory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-map-for-all/id1601873836/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **10** |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | **81.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 87 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Newtracs Trading Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647572349) | [Memory-Map](https://appshunter.io/developer/349996087) |

## What reviewers say

### Newtracs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newtracs/id1456718442)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $79.99 | per year |


### Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-map-for-all/id1601873836)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent map quality and detail
- 📥 Offline map download capability
- 💰 One-time purchase option (no subscription)
- 🔄 Cross-device sync functionality
- 🧭 Comprehensive navigation features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App closing issues (swipe-up doesn't work properly)
- 🚗 No Apple CarPlay integration
- 🧩 Non-intuitive user interface
- 🔄 Slow feature development over years
- 📱 Dynamic Island compatibility issues

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Newtracs free?

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

### Is Memory free?

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

### Do Newtracs or Memory have ads?

Neither Newtracs nor Memory shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Newtracs or Memory?

Newtracs ships an update every 10 days, and Memory every 3 months. Most recently, Newtracs was updated on November 7, 2026 and Memory on November 3, 2026.

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