# Private Kit vs FindUp Phone Location Tracker

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Kit | FindUp Phone Location Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (121 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-kit/id1501903733/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/findup-phone-location-tracker/id6748913038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **121** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 32.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Massachusetts Institute of Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/353590322) | [Djinna Vaughan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827946760) |

## What reviewers say

### Private Kit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-kit/id1501903733)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great idea for contact tracing
- 🔒 Private data logging
- 👍 Appreciated effort by MIT
- 🚀 Potential to slow virus spread
- 👍 Can log location without app open

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❓ Confusing and unclear UI/UX
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🤷 No idea how to use it
- 📉 Poor execution and polish
- 🚫 No support or response

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### FindUp Phone Location Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/findup-phone-location-tracker/id6748913038)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FindUp Phone Location Tracker | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| findUpWeekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| findUpMonthly | $14.99 | per month |
| findUpMonthlyTrial | $15.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked 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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