# Mapaper vs UnblockPiP

Mapaper and UnblockPiP both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Mapaper's written reviews are positive against 17% of UnblockPiP's. Mapaper also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). UnblockPiP's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mapaper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and UnblockPiP sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Mapaper against 4.0 for UnblockPiP. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Mapaper's written reviews are positive against 17% of UnblockPiP's.

Mapaper ships an update every 4 days, UnblockPiP every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mapaper | UnblockPiP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapaper/id1546487705/reviews) | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unblockpip-float-video-player/id6759963993/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **87.5% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 8 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [昊天 郑](https://appshunter.io/developer/981803173) | [Valeriya Pekar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600468027) |

## What reviewers say

### Mapaper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapaper/id1546487705)

This app automatically visualizes your current location on your home screen using live map wallpapers. Set custom trigger rules, such as arriving at home or work, to update the map display.

**Highlights:** Live map wallpapers, Automatic location visualization, Custom trigger rules, Uses system shortcuts for wallpaper setting, Map data from Mapbox and OpenStreetMap

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $0.99 | one-time |


### UnblockPiP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unblockpip-float-video-player/id6759963993)

This Safari extension allows you to detach web videos into a Picture in Picture window, enabling background playback while you multitask. Enjoy seamless video and audio continuity across apps and browsing sessions.

**Highlights:** Detach videos into Picture in Picture, Background audio playback, Safari extension integration, Quick access to recent videos, Private by design, no tracking, One-time purchase

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $18.99 | per year |
| Lifetime purchase | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mapaper free?

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

### Is UnblockPiP free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mapaper or UnblockPiP?

UnblockPiP is rated higher. Mapaper averages 3.9 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while UnblockPiP averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Mapaper or UnblockPiP have ads?

UnblockPiP shows ads; Mapaper does not.

### Which is updated more often, Mapaper or UnblockPiP?

Mapaper ships an update every 4 days, and UnblockPiP every 9 days. Most recently, Mapaper was updated on September 29, 2026 and UnblockPiP on September 24, 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.*