# Head Tracker vs MSFS MAP NG

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Head Tracker at 70% against MSFS MAP NG's 0%. Head Tracker also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (62 vs 12). MSFS MAP NG's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Head Tracker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MSFS MAP NG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Head Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Head Tracker has 62 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Head Tracker's written reviews are positive against 0% of MSFS MAP NG's.

Head Tracker ships an update fortnightly, MSFS MAP NG every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Head Tracker | MSFS MAP NG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (62 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-tracker/id1527710071/reviews)** | [3.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msfs-map-ng/id6739965227/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **62** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **70.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 2 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [John Yu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1527414279) | [圣跃 巩](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757456097) |

## What reviewers say

### Head Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-tracker/id1527710071)

This app provides responsive 6DOF head tracking for PC games using your iPhone's camera. Enjoy immersive flight and driving simulations without expensive hardware or uncomfortable headsets.

**Highlights:** 6DOF head tracking, Wireless Wi-Fi connection, No external hardware needed, Accurate and responsive tracking, Easy setup, Compatible with opentrack

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great value for price
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive tracking
- 🎮 Enhances gaming immersion
- ✅ Easy setup and use
- 💡 Good alternative to expensive hardware

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Shaky tracking
- ❌ Doesn't work with older iPhones
- ⚠️ Inconsistent performance in low light
- 🔄 Purchase not restoring
- 🪲 Connection drops

**Reported bugs**

- Pitch flips upside down when yawing
- Purchase not restoring after reinstall
- Camera always in portrait mode
- Image gets dark after a few seconds
- Tracking is shaky and buggy

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off screen when tracking
- Always visible rotation button for landscape camera
- Ability to brighten screen for better tracking
- Use IR camera for low-light conditions
- Option to make screen black to reduce battery/screen burn


### MSFS MAP NG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msfs-map-ng/id6739965227)

This app provides a high-performance moving map and charting tools for flight simulators. It offers real-time aircraft position updates, professional charts, and integrated weather and terrain data for enhanced situational awareness. Advanced features and premium content are available through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Real-time aircraft position updates, Professional charting (AIP, VFR, Open Flight Maps), Integrated terrain and weather overlays, VATSIM view and live METAR/TAF data, Flight plan import/creation, Remote autopilot control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version (Monthly) | $2.49 | per month |
| Pro Version (Annually) | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Head Tracker free?

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

### Is MSFS MAP NG free?

MSFS MAP NG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Head Tracker or MSFS MAP NG?

Head Tracker is rated higher. Head Tracker averages 4.1 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while MSFS MAP NG averages 3.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do Head Tracker or MSFS MAP NG have ads?

Neither Head Tracker nor MSFS MAP NG shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Head Tracker or MSFS MAP NG?

Head Tracker ships an update fortnightly, and MSFS MAP NG every 5 days. Most recently, Head Tracker was updated on October 7, 2026 and MSFS MAP NG on October 12, 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.*