Comparison

Openroad vs Tending App

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

Head to head
About

Openroad

This app automatically detects car crashes and dispatches trained responders to provide assistance, even if you cannot. It works on any iPhone and in any car, offering fast help and location sharing with family. A crash scene guide is also available.

Highlights
  • Automatic crash detection
  • 24/7 trained crash responders
  • Emergency service dispatch
  • Location sharing with family
  • Crash Scene Guide
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Openroad is the FREE app that detects car crashes and gets you help from trained responders - even when you can't respond. “When I received a text and it said we noticed you’ve been in an accident, I’m thinking how in the world did they get there? And who called the ambulance and police? I was thinking, wow, I am going to have this always. And I’m going to tell everyone about it. You really did what you said you do.” — Ralph V, Florida “I was driving early in the morning with members of my family. I was following the speed limit. Suddenly there was freezing rain and my car started spinning out of control. Before I even realized what happened, I got a call from an Openroad agent, who promptly dispatched emergency services to the scene.” — Bhupen J, Iowa Why should you get Openroad? - Automatically detects car crashes using industry-leading crash detection - Works on every iPhone and in every car (unlike hardware-based products) - Gets you help FAST from trained crash responders standing by 24/7 - Crash responders can send 911 help even if you can't respond Need even more reasons? - Easily share your exact location with family in the event of a crash - Openroad's Crash Scene Guide provides step by step guidance after a crash Having issues? Or have some cool ideas you want to share? Reach out to us at hi@getopenroad.com. We’ve spent 6 years building super-smart location technology that detects crashes without draining your battery. Important: Please don't rely on Openroad as a substitute for other safety tools.

About

Tending App

This app offers a subscription service for ongoing care and restoration of important memorial sites. It provides regular cleaning, seasonal upkeep, and detailed photo reports. Family members can share access, ensuring peace of mind with automated service.

Highlights
  • Subscription for regular care
  • Restoration and seasonal upkeep
  • Detailed photo reports
  • Family member access sharing
  • Automated service and support
Features
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Tending helps you care for a loved one’s grave professionally, even when you cannot be there in person. Order cleaning, restoration, and ongoing care directly in the app. We make it simple to request service, share details, and stay updated every step of the way. If your stone has become damaged, fallen, or cracked, don’t rush to replace it at great expense. Contact us and request a restoration. With Tending, you can: • Order grave cleaning and restoration easily • Keep memorials clean, dignified, and well cared for • Receive photo updates after service • Manage requests and communication in one place • Share access with family members • Get reliable support when you need help • Book services backed by $2M insurance Tending is built for families who live far away, have limited time, or want confidence that an important place will be cared for properly. Whether a memorial needs a careful cleanup, visible improvement, or regular upkeep, Tending makes the process clear, respectful, and convenient. Download Tending to arrange professional grave care with dignity, transparency, and peace of mind.

Screenshots

Openroad4 screens
Tending App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Openroad at 4.8 against Tending App's 4.2. Openroad also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 5). Tending App's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Openroad holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Openroad has 3.9K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Openroad's written reviews are positive against 67% of Tending App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Openroad versus Tending App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenroadTending App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.9K ratings) — better4.2 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3.9K — better5
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB80 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTrueMotion, Inc.All Funeral Services, LLC

Customer experience

Openroad

All ratings3,931 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral9.9%
Negative13.2%

Tending App

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Openroad

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Issues with motion and fitness access permissions
  • Inaccurate location tracking

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for deaf or hard of hearing users
  • Ability to customize notification preferences
  • Integration with other safety/emergency services

Tending App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Openroad

No in-app purchases

None

Tending App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Openroad free?
Openroad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tending App free?
Tending App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Openroad or Tending App?
Openroad is rated higher. Openroad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Tending App averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Openroad or Tending App have ads?
Tending App shows ads; Openroad does not.
Which is updated more often, Openroad or Tending App?
Openroad ships an update fortnightly, and Tending App fortnightly. Most recently, Openroad was updated on October 24, 2026 and Tending App on October 13, 2026.

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