Comparison

SWTracker vs Motorstalgia

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

Head to head
About

SWTracker

This app connects to Spotwalla.com to track your travels in real-time. It's designed for background operation, allowing you to record location points for custom trips. Ideal for long-distance travelers.

Highlights
  • Connects to Spotwalla.com
  • Tracks travel in real-time
  • Records location points
  • Supports custom trip creation
  • Runs in the background
  • Uses Swift and new networking frameworks
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NOTE: Before using SWTracker, please read the support FAQ questions: https://rvtechtools.com/support.html#swtrackerfaq. If you have any issues, please contact me at support@rvtechtools.com. Check out usage videos on my YouTube SWTracker playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-_B2o7AiPoCGkzte6dfeUqrgkpV3b_4 SWTracker is the 2nd generation of SWConnect, the IOS tracking option for interfacing to the personal tracking manager, Spotwalla.com.   Spotwalla has transitioned to a new website, and with that a new JSON based API. This change necessitated a rewrite of SWconnect, and gave me the chance to update to newer approved networking frameworks, using the newer Apple supported language, Swift. SWTracker allows user to connect and track their travels on the new SpotWalla website: https://new.spotwalla.com. Spotwalla is a secure location manager, which supports several different devices (both physical and app based) for keeping track of location during travels. It is routinely used by long distance motorcycle riders, cyclists, boaters and even RV owners. SWTracker allow you to connect with your account on Spotwalla, and tracks your progress on a timed basis. IOS users previously were able to use the Google Latitude app to share their location with SpotWalla, however, Latitude was discontinued in August, 2013. SWTracker is intended to run in the background. General use once logged in, is to simply enable tracking, put the app in the background, put your phone in your pocket or phone stand and ride. Your location points will be stored with the device information on SpotWalla, and you can create custom trips which show your location over a specified time period. BATTERY USAGE INFO: SWTracker uses GPS information, and as such battery use will be similar to most navigation type of applications. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. SWTracker now uses a new lower GPS accuracy strategy when the application is running on battery alone in the background, however it is always suggested to use external power when possible, and to turn off tracking in the app controls during periods when you are not moving.

About

Motorstalgia

Features
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Motorstalgia is the home for people who still love to drive. Find your crew, plan the route, and hit the road together, whether you drive an air-cooled classic, a modern sports car or a motorcycle. CLUBS & EVENTS • Join car and moto clubs with an invitation code • Find meets, cars & coffee and group drives • Create your own club and organize events CONVOYS WITH GROUP RADIO • Drive as one with your whole group • Talk to your convoy in real time with group radio • CarPlay ready, so your eyes stay on the road ROUTES • Plan and share your favorite driving roads • Import routes from GPX and KML files YOUR GARAGE • Build your digital garage • Give every car its own vehicle passport SMART SUMMARIES • AI summaries of your drives MOTORSTALGIA PRO Motorstalgia is free to download. Unlock all Pro features and try Motorstalgia Pro free for 7 days if eligible. Some cars you drive. Some drive you. See you on the road. The 7-day free trial is available to eligible users. After the trial, the subscription automatically renews monthly at the price shown before purchase unless canceled. To avoid the first charge, cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple account settings. Privacy: https://pcnm-precision-i7i3y.ondigitalocean.app/privacy Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SWTracker3 screens
Motorstalgia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SWTracker at none against Motorstalgia's 1. SWTracker also leads on iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). Motorstalgia's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 months). On price, ads 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. Motorstalgia sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per month. SWTracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SWTracker ships an update every 8 months, Motorstalgia every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SWTracker versus Motorstalgia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSWTrackerMotorstalgia
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaymond Davisleandro Peral

In-app purchases

None

SWTracker

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Motorstalgia

Subscriptions1
  • Motorstalgia Pro7 Days trial$7.991 Month

Questions

Is SWTracker free?
SWTracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Motorstalgia free?
Motorstalgia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SWTracker or Motorstalgia have ads?
Neither SWTracker nor Motorstalgia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SWTracker or Motorstalgia?
SWTracker ships an update every 8 months, and Motorstalgia every 2 days. Most recently, SWTracker was updated on November 3, 2026 and Motorstalgia on November 9, 2026.

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