Comparison

RouteHistory vs DriveTracker

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

Head to head
About

RouteHistory

Record and view your travel history with GPS tracking. Log routes for driving, traveling, or running, and export your data to GPX files. Sync your logs with iCloud and organize them with tags and folders.

Highlights
  • Record GPS logs
  • Set waypoints
  • Suspend and add to records
  • View all logs at once
  • Output to GPX files
  • Sync data with iCloud
  • Import GPX files
Features
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"RouteHistory" is a GPS Tracker Application. It specializes in showing you the route you have traveled and can show you all your past GPS logs at once. It can be used in a variety of situations such as driving, traveling, and running. Output to GPX files is supported by default. Once you've started logging, you can use another app or even lock the screen to log. Function - Record GPS logs - Set waypoints to log - Suspend Records - Additions to the existing log - View Log - Tag function - Output to a GPX file - Importing GPX files - View all logs at once - Batch display of logs for specified conditions - Deleting the log - Syncing data with iCloud - Recording while displaying the past log - Corresponds to units of km and mi - Backup Function - Log join function (requires viewing of reward ads) - Delete log location (requires viewing of reward ads) The iCloud sync feature is available by enabling the settings. The iCloud sync feature is also available on iOS 13 and above. The GPX file that can be imported is basically a GPX file output from this application, but it is also possible to import a GPX file created by another application, etc., if it is a GPX file with the same configuration as this application. Premium Add-on 1. Select and display multiple logs - You can select and display multiple logs. - You can change the color displayed for each selected log. 2. Playback of recorded routes - Detailed information such as time of day, distance, and elapsed time of a location recorded at a certain point can be displayed. 3. Display a portion fo the log in a specified range. - Output a specified range to a GPX file. 4. Displaying route color settings for each group - All log display screens can be set to display the route color for each group. 5. Hide Ads You can purchase Premium Add-on from the settings screen. Unlimited use with a single purchase. *Please note that prices are subject to change without notice. RouteHistoryPlus function (cloud function) 1.Personal folders in the cloud can be used. - Logs can be saved in the cloud. 2.Group folders can be created in the cloud. - Share logs with multiple users. 3.Share location information - Share your location with other users on the logging screen. * Some functions are available for free. Frequently Asked Questions Q. GPX files cannot be loaded in some applications A. Please try it with the file that you selected [GPX Export] when you output GPX file. Note Since it uses the iPhone's built-in GPS for logging, power consumption is high during logging. Depending on the reception of the GPS signal, it may not be possible to record the position correctly. (When it is difficult or impossible to receive a GPS signal, such as in a building or tunnel) Please do not operate the vehicle while walking or driving, as it is very dangerous. The developer assumes no responsibility for any damage caused by the use of this application. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DriveTracker

Automatically records your drives, displaying them on a map with distance and time details. Analyze driving patterns with graphs and reports, and share your routes with others. Works offline and syncs across devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Automatic drive recording
  • Route mapping
  • Distance and time tracking
  • Driving pattern analysis
  • Offline recording
  • CSV export
  • Siri and widget control
Features
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■ Every Road You Drive, Saved on a Map DriveTracker records your drives and shows them on a map. Where did you go? How far did you drive? It's all there. Every road you've taken, right at your fingertips. ■ What You Can Do ・Your Routes Stay on the Map Every road you drive gets recorded automatically. Open the map and see everywhere you've been! ・Look Back at Any Trip Pick a past drive by date or place. "Where did I go that day?" — now you'll know. ・See Distance & Time as You Go While you're driving, check how far you've gone and how long it's been. Simple as that. ・Pause When You Need To Taking a break? Hit pause. Ready to go? Resume. Record at your own pace. ・Share Your Drives Tell friends and family where you went, how far, how long. Relive your road trip together! ■ Dig Into the Numbers ・Graphs That Make Sense See your driving patterns clearly: - Distance over time - Speed changes - Driving vs. stopped time Check by day, week, month, or year. Spot trends instantly! ・Reports for Any Period Today, this week, this month, this year... Pick any timeframe. "How much did I drive this month?" Done. ・Custom Date Ranges Want to check "last 2 weeks" or "September"? Easy. ・Export to CSV Grab all your records as a CSV file. Crunch the numbers in Excel or Google Sheets. ■ Works Anywhere ・No Internet? No Problem Record even offline! Deep in the mountains with no signal? If GPS works, you're good. ・iCloud Keeps You Synced Your records sync automatically between iPhone and iPad. Switch devices without losing anything. ■ Control Without Opening the App ・Talk to Siri "Start recording." "Stop recording." Hands-free, eyes on the road. ・Home Screen Widget Tap a widget to start or stop. No need to launch the app. ・Lock Screen Widget Add it to your lock screen too. Control recording without unlocking. ・Shortcuts Automation Set up rules: "Start when Bluetooth connects" or "Stop when I get home." Apple Shortcuts makes it happen. ・Live Activity While recording, info shows on your lock screen and Dynamic Island. Glance anytime. ■ Made For ・Road Trip Lovers Record your drives and revisit routes on the map. Remember that scenic detour! ・Motorcycle Riders Share how far you rode with friends. Save routes for next time. ・Delivery & Sales Drivers Track daily mileage. Know which routes, how far. ・Number Nerds See your driving habits in data. Graphs that actually make sense. ・Travel Memories Save every drive from your trips. "Where did we go that time?" Now you'll remember. Terms of Use: https://sbryu.com/apps/drivetracker/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sbryu.com/apps/drivetracker/privacy-policy

Screenshots

RouteHistory4 screens
DriveTracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RouteHistory at 4.7 against DriveTracker's 3.7. RouteHistory also leads on ratings volume (304 vs 6) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). DriveTracker's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. RouteHistory sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and DriveTracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.79 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RouteHistory holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RouteHistory has 304 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of RouteHistory's written reviews are positive against 67% of DriveTracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RouteHistory ships an update monthly, DriveTracker every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RouteHistory versus DriveTracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRouteHistoryDriveTracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (304 ratings) — better3.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings304 — better6
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKazuhiko OdaRyunosuke Shibuya

Customer experience

RouteHistory

All ratings304 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral3.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral18.2%
Negative12.1%

DriveTracker

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RouteHistory

Subscriptions1
  • RouteHistoryPlus14 Days trial$12.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium Add-On$14.99
4 purchases

DriveTracker

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$1.791 Month
  • Premium Yearly$4.951 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$10.99
  • Welcome Offer$10.99

Questions

Is RouteHistory free?
RouteHistory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DriveTracker free?
DriveTracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RouteHistory or DriveTracker?
RouteHistory is rated higher. RouteHistory averages 4.7 out of 5 from 304 ratings, while DriveTracker averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.
Do RouteHistory or DriveTracker have ads?
Both RouteHistory and DriveTracker show ads.
Which is updated more often, RouteHistory or DriveTracker?
RouteHistory ships an update monthly, and DriveTracker every 9 days. Most recently, RouteHistory was updated on September 24, 2026 and DriveTracker on September 22, 2026.

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