Comparison

Private Kit vs FindUp Phone Location Tracker

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

Head to head
About

Private Kit

This app allows you to log your GPS trails directly on your phone. All data is stored locally and remains private until you choose to export it. It efficiently stores location history with minimal space usage.

Highlights
  • Privacy-first location logging
  • Local data storage
  • Manual data export
  • Efficient data storage
  • Location import/export
Features
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PrivateKit MIT is a ‘privacy-first’ app that allows you to log your GPS trails on your own phone. The information is stored locally and never shared with anyone (not even with us or MIT) until you explicitly decide to manually export the data. The location log generated by Private Kit cannot be accessed from outside the user’s device. Location information can be imported and exported by the user and used in other projects and applications. Private Kit’s trail generator logs your device’s location once every five minutes and stores 28 days of data in under 100KB of space – less space than a single picture. But what is truly exciting about Private Kit is its privacy protection. The app needs access to your location and motion tracking sensors to work.

About

FindUp Phone Location Tracker

Easily locate friends and family with real-time GPS tracking. Share your location securely, manage multiple contacts, and control visibility for peace of mind. Offers parental controls and customizable sharing options.

Highlights
  • Real-time phone location tracking
  • Secure, customizable location sharing
  • Parental control features
  • Manage multiple contacts
  • Adjustable privacy settings
  • Simple, ad-free tracking experience
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Keep your family and friends close no matter where life takes you. This reliable tracking app offers a straightforward way to find phones and locations using just a verified number — no complex setup or technical skills required. Perfect for parents, travelers, or anyone wanting peace of mind. Monitor kids’ whereabouts in real time, check on friends, or coordinate group meetups with instant location updates. You’re always in full control: share a private link to your location, adjust who can see you, and decide how long to keep sharing active. This app makes tracking simple, secure, and flexible. Parents especially will appreciate the comprehensive parental control features that let you oversee your kids without intruding on their independence. Whether it’s school, a friend’s house, or anywhere else, you can ensure their safety with minimal effort. Discover extra perks: Locate phones quickly by entering a verified number; Share your real-time location through secure, customizable links; Manage multiple family members, friends, or coworkers in one place; Control visibility settings to protect your privacy; Enjoy smooth tracking without annoying ads or delays. Upgrade options unlock unlimited location checks and advanced parental tools for even better control. Stay connected, protect your loved ones, and keep your life running smoothly with this easy-to-use tracking app. Premium Membership: Week Pro Month Pro A 3-day trial is available with all subscriptions. Your iTunes account will be charged after the purchase is confirmed. Subscriptions automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal in Account Settings. Support and Privacy Overview Review our privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/findup-phone-location-tracker/privacy-policy Explore our Terms of Use to understand how we secure your data: https://sites.google.com/view/findup-phone-location-tracker/terms-conditions Write to our support team: vaughandjinnajy@gmail.com Download Now

Screenshots

Private Kit3 screens
FindUp Phone Location Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FindUp Phone Location Tracker at 5.0 against Private Kit's 3.7. Private Kit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. FindUp Phone Location Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Private Kit asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FindUp Phone Location Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Kit has 121 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Private Kit versus FindUp Phone Location Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate KitFindUp Phone Location Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (121 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings121 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyDjinna Vaughan

Bugs and requests

Private Kit

Reported bugs

29 issues
  • App crashes when trying to view movements on map
  • Map crashes/closes app before loading
  • App crashes when trying to open map
  • App crashes when trying to view overlaps
  • Map shows zoomed out view and crashes
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  • App crashes when visualizing data streams
  • App doesn't show location
  • App doesn't log trips consistently
  • Map doesn't update routes
  • Import/Export/News icons are hidden or inaccessible
  • Three vertical dots (menu) are off-screen
  • GUI displays incorrectly on smaller screens
  • News button does not work
  • Import button shows 'Rolling out soon'
  • Export button text is cut off
  • Description box covers half the screen
  • Latest update broken for some users
  • Latest update forgot previous weeks log
  • Update from two days ago prevents tapping start logging button
  • GPS data not accurate, shows incorrect locations
  • Map overlay shows incorrect wandering
  • Cannot access three buttons (import, export, news) due to screen size
  • The 'for more information' box hides import/export/news buttons
  • Location logging clusters locations in one spot
  • Location data placed at locations never visited
  • Map is zoomed out by default
  • Cannot get import/export/news icons
  • Cannot access three vertical dots upper right hand corner
  • App not optimized for iPhone SE screen size

Requested features

16 requests
  • Better howto and help information
  • More rigorous and robust app development
  • Simple notebook feature for user contacts
  • Clearer explanation of map features (green targets, red pins)
  • Option to add locations when without phone
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  • Explanation of what a 'Hit' looks like
  • Make data-sharing opt-out instead of opt-in
  • Consider implementation on existing platforms like Facebook
  • Explanation for the number in the circle on the map
  • How to input a positive test result
  • Default map view should be zoomed to data limits
  • Make GUI elements fully accessible on smaller screens
  • Explanation of import/export/news buttons
  • More detailed documentation for data import/export
  • Option to add manual entries for contacts
  • Clearer explanation of data sources and trusted authorities

FindUp Phone Location Tracker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Private Kit

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

FindUp Phone Location Tracker

Subscriptions4
  • FindUp Phone Location Tracker3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • findUpWeekly$8.997 Days
  • findUpMonthly$14.991 Month
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  • findUpMonthlyTrial3 Days trial$15.991 Month

Questions

Is Private Kit free?
Private Kit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FindUp Phone Location Tracker free?
FindUp Phone Location Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Private Kit or FindUp Phone Location Tracker?
FindUp Phone Location Tracker is rated higher. Private Kit averages 3.7 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while FindUp Phone Location Tracker averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Private Kit or FindUp Phone Location Tracker have ads?
FindUp Phone Location Tracker shows ads; Private Kit does not.

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