Road Sketch vs DriveNotes Go
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Road Sketch
This app allows driving instructors and learners to visually explain complex road layouts and driving scenarios. Users can sketch routes on a map, add traffic signs and vehicles, and save/share custom lesson plans for better understanding.
- Draw custom routes and road layouts
- Use live Google Map views
- Place cars, buses, and traffic signs
- Label specific locations
- Save, reuse, and update lesson maps
- Export to PDF or image
- Share lesson links
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Teach Driving Visually with Road Sketch Complex junction ahead? Pull over and explain it in details with Roadsketch, Road Sketch is the ultimate map-drawing app for driving instructors and learner drivers. Instead of explaining a roundabout or junction verbally, sketch custom routes on a live Google Map, drop cars and traffic signs, then save and share lesson plans—so students understand exactly what to do when they get behind the wheel. Why Driving Instructors Love Road Sketch Draw Custom Routes & Road Layouts: Sketch lanes, arrows, and hazard zones in up to 4 colours to highlight roundabouts, one-way streets, turns, or hazards. Real-World Map Views: Switch between Street View, Satellite View, and Map View to give students clear visual context. Place Props & Icons: Drag-and-drop cars, buses, cones, and traffic signs to demonstrate positioning, right-of-way, and common intersections. Label & Pin Any Location: Annotate exact coordinates or junction names—perfect for lesson planning and junction drills. Save, Reuse & Update Lessons: Build a library of reusable lesson maps. Open a saved map, edit your drawings or props, and instantly have a fresh scenario. Built for Instructors & Learners Whether you’re an ADI, PDI, driving school owner, parent coach, or learner driver: Visualise Complex Areas: Show students exactly where to position their car on roundabouts, dual carriageways, or tricky junctions. Explain Mistakes Clearly: Use colored lines and icons to correct lane usage, turning angles, or parking manoeuvres. Plan Lessons Ahead of Time: Create a “Lesson Plan” folder for each student—review it before you meet, then save your edits for next time. Boost Student Retention: Engaging visuals help learner drivers understand instructions faster and remember them longer. Great For Driving instructors (ADIs, PDIs) Driving schools & academies Learner drivers prepping for lessons or tests Parents coaching learner drivers App Features at a Glance Interactive Map Drawing Sketch on any Google Map with freehand tools. Highlight roundabouts, medium-turn junctions, multi-lane roads, or hazard zones in distinct colors. Rich Props Library Place cars, buses, cones, traffic signs, and road markings. Demonstrate right-of-way, bus lanes, zebra crossings, or parking manoeuvres. Map Types & Zoom Toggle between Street View, Satellite View, and standard Map View. Zoom in on roundabouts or complex junctions for ultra-clear demonstrations. Lesson Management Save unlimited lesson maps Reopen any map to edit, update, or show progress. Export & Share Export to PDF or high-res image for printouts or emailing to students. Share a direct link so learners can view your sketches on their phone or tablet. Customisable Color Palettes Choose up to 4 highlight colours. Make each lesson distinct (e.g., red for hazards, blue for ideal path). Access an expanded props library: cones, traffic lights, pedestrian icons, and more. Create even more detailed scenarios—highlight zebra crossings or give turn-by-turn demos. Subscription & Free Trial Start with a 30-day free trial of Road Sketch Pro. Upgrade to unlock: Unlimited saved lessons Great support & regular feature updates After your free trial, choose from flexible monthly plan. Cancel anytime—no questions asked. Download Road Sketch Today Make your driving lessons more visual, effective, and engaging. Download Road Sketch now to start sketching routes, illustrating junctions, and saving lesson maps in seconds! Terms & Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
DriveNotes Go
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DriveNotes Go is the complete companion app for UK learner drivers. Whether you're studying for your theory test, practising local routes, or tracking your driving skills with your instructor — everything is in one place. Theory test prep 900 official-style questions across 18 categories. Take a full mock test, practise by category, tackle your weak areas, or answer a daily question to build a streak. Track your mock test scores over time and see exactly where you need more practice. Local practice routes Browse practice routes near your test centre and follow them with full voice-guided sat nav. Get turn-by-turn directions on roads local to your test — so when test day comes, the roads feel familiar. New routes are added regularly for test centres across the UK. Skills & lessons (with a DriveNotes instructor) See your skill ratings updated by your instructor after every lesson. Track your readiness score, view your upcoming and past lessons, read your instructor's notes, and log your own private practice sessions between lessons. Free to download Theory test practice, route browsing, and test centre information are completely free. Upgrade to Pro (£5.99/month with a free 7-day trial) to unlock sat nav navigation and full skills tracking. DriveNotes Go works best alongside a driving instructor who uses DriveNotes — your accounts link automatically using your email address. No DriveNotes instructor? No problem — theory prep and route browsing are free for everyone. Terms of Use: https://www.drivenotes.co.uk/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DriveNotes Go at every 4 days against Road Sketch's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Road Sketch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and DriveNotes Go sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Road Sketch ships an update every 6 weeks, DriveNotes Go every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Road Sketch | DriveNotes Go |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | James Clark | paul vasey |
In-app purchases
Road Sketch
- Road Sketch7 Days trial$2.991 Month
DriveNotes Go
- DriveNotes Go Pro7 Days trial$5.991 Month
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