Comparison

Newtracs vs wot

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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.

About

wot

Features
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"wot-tha" and “wot3tha” are third party apps that has not been developed, produced or endorsed by “what3words Limited”. "wot-tha" and “wot3tha” are games where players solve clues created in "wot-tha" by the Organiser of a game to reveal locations in the game. The Organiser can be anybody with the "wot-tha" app and if using “what3words” locations the "what3words" app. To navigate to the locations, players can choose either the "what-tha" app or the "wot3tha" app. "wot-tha" and “wot3tha” are ideal for geocachers, in road rally scavenger hunts, treasure hunts and orienteering. Use "wot-tha" and “wot3tha” apps to have fun with Metal Detectors. A fun way for supplying tourist destinations, etc. by adding word quizzes to find them or find the next one. So many fun dimensions, limited only by your imagination! Outdoor recreational activity, or play indoors sitting on your lounge! Educational word craft and also fun to play. Exercises your brain and body. Suitable for all ages with adult supervision and/or the game’s difficulty level. Quest-based format. Now has the ability to make an unlimited number of Locations in a game to give more possibilities for different types of games such as “Point Of Interest” (POI). “wot-tha” has Included Games that can be made to suit a user’s locality by editing the coordinates for each location.

Screenshots

Newtracs4 screens
wot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: wot at none against Newtracs's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Newtracs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. wot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Newtracs ships an update every 10 days, wot fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Newtracs versus wot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNewtracswot
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews65.6% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNewtracs Trading Pty LtdGuy MacDonald

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Newtracs

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$12.991 Month
  • Annual Premium Subscription7 Days trial$79.991 Year
None

wot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Newtracs free?
Newtracs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is wot free?
wot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Newtracs or wot have ads?
Neither Newtracs nor wot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Newtracs or wot?
Newtracs ships an update every 10 days, and wot fortnightly. Most recently, Newtracs was updated on November 7, 2026 and wot on November 3, 2026.

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