Mapblazer vs Detour
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mapblazer
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Our unique route optimization algorithm rearranges the attraction order in your itinerary constantly based on distance. Our app picks which attraction you visit next while you simply enjoy the attractions.
Detour
Discover scenic routes for your drives. This navigation app prioritizes picturesque landscapes and hidden gems over the fastest path. Turn every journey into an adventure, whether for road trips or daily commutes.
- Scenic route discovery
- Picturesque landscape guidance
- Tailored route planning
- Hidden gem highlights
- Adventure-focused navigation
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Discover a new way to navigate with Detour. Tired of dull highways, semi trucks and endless traffic? Ready to road trip in a whole new light? Say hello to Detour, your ultimate companion for navigation based on breathtaking scenery! Journey with a View: Experience navigation like never before as Detour guides you through picturesque landscapes, charming countryside, and stunning vistas. Whether you're planning a road trip, a leisurely drive, or simply commuting to work, every route becomes an adventure with Detour. Tailored Adventures: No two journeys are alike with Detour's intelligent route planning. Simply input your destination, and let our app curate the perfect path for you, highlighting the most scenic roads, hidden gems, and natural wonders along the way. Say goodbye to monotony and hello to excitement! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mapblazer at none against Detour's 2. Mapblazer also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). Detour's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks 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
Both are free to download. Detour sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Mapblazer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mapblazer ships an update every 8 months, Detour every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 15, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mapblazer | Detour |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 78 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mapblazer Inc. | Kozlo LLC |
In-app purchases
Mapblazer
No in-app purchases
Detour
- Unlimited access7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Unlimited access7 Days trial$49.991 Year
