Comparison

Guide vs GetMap

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

Head to head
About

Guide

Features
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Guide overview Listen to free audio stories about the nearest attractions to you right now. Start and pause the Guide app while walking to enjoy your trip more. Get the tours for any destination worldwide: North America, South America, Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa, and even Antarctica covered. Try to feel the atmosphere of surrounding places, explore unobvious paths, sights, museums, restaurants, buildings, etc. Find out more about the landmarks and notable locations around the earth with unlimited tours. How does the Guide work? - Guide detects your location with GPS - Guide generates a list of the nearest attractions - Guide tells you the story of the showplace of your choice How to use Guide: quick tips - Put on your headphones and tap Play - Listen to the voice tour - Choose the voice of Guide you like the most - Use the duration switch to listen to the short or long version of the tour - Pause the time to take a photo Why Guide is the best travel app? Unlimited locations Listen to guides from any country in the world (more than 200 countries) 30 languages Guide supports about 30 languages at the moment. Listen to guided tours in the language of your device. Stay away from crowds. Use self guided tours to be protected from viruses, noises, big queues for a photo, and other unwanted problems. Don't be dependent on the paid personal guides. Plan your tour timing as you wish. Take time for yourself, skip unnecessary information, or enjoy some sights more than regular excursions. No need to search You don’t need to write words to find the tour. Guide finds the nearest tourist attractions for you. You see a picture of the showplace, its name, and address. So you could find it easily. Tours made by experts All the stories are made by professionals (local experts, private guides, travel bloggers, etc.). Set the duration of the tour Switch to the long or short duration of the tour. Choose the voice of Guide Choose a male or female voice for a guided tour (it’s short by default, about 2 minutes). Easy to manage Feel free to rewind the audio while playing the tour or pause the audio to take a photo. Important Please let the app use your location to find the nearest attractions. Contact us For any questions or feedback, please contact us at winnerwelcome@gmail.com.

About

GetMap

This app uses AI to create personalized travel itineraries based on your interests, budget, and time. Discover hidden gems, unlock achievements, and customize your avatar as you explore the world. Seamless booking options and interactive maps with audio guides enhance your journey.

Highlights
  • AI-generated personalized itineraries
  • Discovery of hidden gems and attractions
  • Quest-based achievement system
  • Customizable avatar reflecting travel experiences
  • Integrated booking for accommodations and activities
  • Interactive maps with audio guides
Features
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Discover the world like never before with a travel companion that tailors every journey to your preferences. Whether you're an explorer, foodie, history buff, or simply seeking some adventure, GetMap has you covered. Explore the World: Let our AI create the perfect itinerary based on your interests, budget, and available time. Uncover hidden gems and must-see attractions in every destination. Plan Your Adventure: Access seamless booking options for accommodations, dining, and activities right from the app. GetMap takes the hassle out of travel planning. Interactive Maps: Explore new places with interactive maps that offer audio guides for an immersive experience. Learn about landmarks, history, and local culture as you wander. Get ready to embark on unforgettable journeys, create lasting memories, and become a true globetrotter with GetMap. Download now and let the adventures begin! Privacy Policy: https://getmap.travel/legal/privacy Terms of use: https://getmap.travel/legal/terms

Screenshots

Guide4 screens
GetMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Guide at none against GetMap's 10. Guide also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). GetMap's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 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. GetMap sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guide ships an update every 2 months, GetMap weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Guide versus GetMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuideGetMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB194 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnton ZaytsevAI Travel Planner

In-app purchases

None

Guide

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

GetMap

Subscriptions4
  • Basic Subscription for 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Full Access For 1 Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Full Access For 1 Month$19.991 Month
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  • Full Access 1 Year$39.991 Year
One-time6
  • 1000 Credits$0.99
  • 500 Credits$0.99
  • 3 Days Trip$1.99
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  • 14 Days Trip 50% Off$4.99
  • 100 Credits$4.99
  • 14 Days Trip$9.99

Questions

Is Guide free?
Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GetMap free?
GetMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guide or GetMap have ads?
Neither Guide nor GetMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guide or GetMap?
Guide ships an update every 2 months, and GetMap weekly. Most recently, Guide was updated on October 7, 2026 and GetMap on November 3, 2026.

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