# Photo Map vs TravelMemoryMap

The clearest difference is ads: Photo Map at none against TravelMemoryMap's shown. Photo Map also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 1). TravelMemoryMap's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TravelMemoryMap sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TravelMemoryMap holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Map has 1.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Photo Map's written reviews are positive against 73% of TravelMemoryMap's.

Photo Map ships an update every 6 months, TravelMemoryMap every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Map | TravelMemoryMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-map-travel-tracker/id1472276407/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/travelmemorymap/id6478291625/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 59.5% of reviews | **72.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Ryo Tsudukihashi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1320583602) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-map-travel-tracker/id1472276407)

This app uses your photo library to create a visual map of your travels, highlighting memories from each location. Rediscover past adventures and share your journey with customizable maps.

**Highlights:** Map travel history using photos, Scan photo library for trip locations, Rediscover trips by state/country, Highlight favorite photo from each trip, Frame photos with location outlines, Share customizable travel maps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Explorer Pack | $3.99 | per month |
| Explorer Pack | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Visually appealing
- 🌎 Useful for tracking travel
- 💡 Inspired to travel more

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with uploading/saving photos
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🌍 Missing maps for certain countries/regions
- 🤔 Inaccurate location detection

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not showing up on map
- Scrolling issues when selecting photos
- Crashes and freezes
- Incorrect location mapping

**Requested features**

- Add more countries/regions
- Allow multiple photos per location
- Ability to edit/resize photos
- Sync across devices
- Itinerary/trip planning features


### TravelMemoryMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/travelmemorymap/id6478291625)

Record your travel memories by cutting photos into puzzle pieces and placing them on maps. Explore detailed maps of Japan, including prefectures, cities, and towns. Share and collaboratively edit memory maps with friends and family.

**Highlights:** Record memories on maps, Cut photos into puzzle pieces, Detailed regional maps (Japan), Collaborative editing, Shareable memory maps, Add comments to photos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Supporter Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Limited Monthly Offer | $3.99 | per month |
| Anual Suporter Plan | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Map free?

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

### Is TravelMemoryMap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Photo Map or TravelMemoryMap?

TravelMemoryMap is rated higher. Photo Map averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while TravelMemoryMap averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Photo Map or TravelMemoryMap have ads?

TravelMemoryMap shows ads; Photo Map does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Map or TravelMemoryMap?

Photo Map ships an update every 6 months, and TravelMemoryMap every 8 days. Most recently, Photo Map was updated on November 6, 2026 and TravelMemoryMap on November 8, 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.*