Comparison

Mapper for Safari vs Volume Zone

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

Head to head
About

Mapper for Safari

This Safari extension automatically redirects Google Maps links to open directly in Apple Maps. It supports all Google domains and provides smart fallbacks, ensuring a seamless transition without any data collection.

Highlights
  • Redirect Google Maps links to Apple Maps
  • Supports all Google domains
  • Smart fallback to Google Maps web app
  • Zero data collection
  • Works on iOS and macOS
Features
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Mapper opens Google Maps links, directions, addresses, and map thumbnails from Safari directly in Apple Maps, so you can stop copying and pasting addresses. Key features: - Redirect Google Maps links, addresses, direction buttons, and map thumbnails directly to Apple Maps. - Support every Google domain (google.com, .co.uk, .ca, etc.) on iOS and macOS. - Smart fallbacks: if Mapper can’t resolve a link, you’ll land on the Google Maps web app and then automatically redirect to Apple Maps. - Zero data collection: Mapper only scans for map links on Google search pages and never stores personal or location data. How it works: - Install Mapper and enable the extension in Settings → Safari → Extensions. - Browse to Google in Safari. - Tap any map link, directions button, or thumbnail. - Mapper grabs the address or search term and opens Apple Maps with a single tap. Mapper is built and maintained by a solo indie developer, ensuring it stays lightweight, reliable, and up-to-date. If you love Mapper, please consider leaving a rating or review. For questions or feedback, tap the Contact link within the Mapper app.

About

Volume Zone

Features
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Volume Zone automatically adjusts your media volume based on where you are. Set it up once, and your phone takes care of itself. How it works Create a zone for any location — home, work, the gym, a library. Assign a volume level and notification tone to each zone. When you arrive, Volume Zone silently applies your settings. When you leave, it restores your defaults. Why you'll love it No more blasting music when you walk into the office. No more missing calls because you forgot to turn the volume back up at home. Volume Zone handles all of it in the background, without you lifting a finger. Features Set a custom media volume for any location Choose a notification sound per zone Visual map picker with address search, just tap to place a pin Adjustable geofence radius (50–500m) to suit each location Instant status on the home screen showing your active zone Runs silently in the background using iOS location services Unlock unlimited zones with a one-time Pro upgrade Free tier includes Home and Work zones — the two locations most people need most. Pro unlock Add as many zones as you like with a single one-time purchase. No subscription.

Screenshots

Mapper for Safari3 screens
Volume Zone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Volume Zone at Free against Mapper for Safari's $1.99. Mapper for Safari's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Volume Zone is free to download; Mapper for Safari costs $1.99 up front. Volume Zone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mapper for Safari asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mapper for Safari ships an update every 3 days, Volume Zone every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Mapper for Safari versus Volume Zone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapper for SafariVolume Zone
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (616 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings616 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#19 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlex KitcoffLV-223 PTY LTD

Bugs and requests

Mapper for Safari

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Redirects to incorrect or undefined locations
  • Stops working after OS updates
  • Doesn't work with Google Maps app installed

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for more mapping services (e.g., Waze)
  • Ability to set Apple Maps as default for all links
  • Compatibility with more browsers/platforms

Volume Zone

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Mapper for Safari

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Volume Zone

One-time1
  • Unlimited Locations$4.99

Questions

Is Mapper for Safari free?
Mapper for Safari costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Volume Zone free?
Volume Zone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mapper for Safari or Volume Zone have ads?
Neither Mapper for Safari nor Volume Zone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mapper for Safari or Volume Zone?
Mapper for Safari ships an update every 3 days, and Volume Zone every 2 months. Most recently, Mapper for Safari was updated on October 30, 2026 and Volume Zone on October 31, 2026.

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