Comparison

E vs Ainstec Iris

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

Head to head
About

E

This navigation app displays turn-by-turn directions, speed, and road hazards directly in your line of sight via smart glasses. Customize display styles and plan routes on your phone, with offline map capabilities for uninterrupted navigation.

Highlights
  • Turn-by-turn directions in line of sight
  • Speed and speed limit display
  • Road hazard alerts
  • Customizable display styles
  • Offline map navigation
  • Route planning on phone
  • Live traffic updates
Features
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E-Drive puts your navigation where you are already looking. Paired with Everysight Maverick Sport smart glasses, it shows the next turn, the distance to it, your speed and the speed limit right in your line of sight, so your eyes stay on the road. NAVIGATION IN YOUR LINE OF SIGHT • Turn-by-turn directions on the glasses, with the distance to the next turn and the arrival time • Your speed and the road's speed limit, with a warning when you go over it • Road hazards ahead on your route, shown before you reach them • Driving or cycling routes • Follow your trip on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island with a Live Activity CHOOSE HOW IT LOOKS • Six glasses display styles, from a simple arrow to a full map view • Map on or off with one tap on the glasses • Always on, or Auto: the display wakes up only when it matters - before a turn, before a hazard, when you go over the speed limit, when you leave the route or lose GPS - and switches off again • Adjust the glasses brightness from the glasses themselves PLAN ON THE PHONE • Search places and addresses, with suggestions as you type, or search by voice • Save Home and Work for one-tap directions • Share a place to E-Drive from other apps to start directions • Avoid toll roads, motorways or ferries • Live traffic on the map • Spoken guidance: every instruction, alerts only, or silent WORKS WITHOUT A SIGNAL • Download maps for the regions you drive in and navigate offline EASY TO START • A short setup guide connects your glasses, fits the display to your eye and shows the glasses touch controls REQUIREMENTS E-Drive needs Everysight Maverick Sport smart glasses. Bluetooth and location access are required to connect the glasses and to navigate. Always follow traffic laws and keep your attention on the road.

About

Ainstec Iris

This app projects real-time cycling data, navigation cues, and custom media directly into your line of sight. It offers ride analytics, a community for sharing animations, and personalization options for a safer and more engaging cycling experience.

Highlights
  • Real-time cycling data projection
  • Turn-by-turn navigation
  • Customizable media library
  • Ride data analytics
  • Community sharing platform
  • Heads-up display for safety
Features
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Smart Device Connection:Easily pair your Iris Green projector via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, auto-reconnect, monitor battery status, and customize device name. Intelligent Projection Modes: Sports Mode:Projects real-time cycling data (speed, distance, navigation cues) with animated motivational alerts. Tools Mode:Displays custom text, handwritten notes, time, date, and live weather updates. Animation Mode:Create a personal media library from photos/videos or download online animations for projection. Full Navigation System:Integrated Mapbox maps with turn-by-turn guidance projected in your line of sight, plus voice prompts and ETA. Ride Data Analytics:– Tracks speed, distance, elevation, calories; auto-pauses when stopped; provides speed/performance charts and milestone celebrations. Dynamic Media Community:Browse, download, and share animation; upload images (auto-converted); interact via likes, comments, and follows. Personalization & Controls:Multiple layout options, device calibration, installation settings, and power management with low-battery alerts. Why Choose Iris Green? Safety First:Keeps your eyes on the road with heads-up information projection. Enhanced Experience:Turns commutes into adventures with customizable media, smart reminders, and shared community content. Community Driven:Join a global network of riders to share, create, and inspire through an expanding media platform. Always Evolving:Regular updates with new features, and improved algorithms.

Screenshots

E4 screens
Ainstec Iris4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ainstec Iris at every 2 months against E's every 12 months. Ainstec Iris also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for E against 5.0 for Ainstec Iris. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

E ships an update every 12 months, Ainstec Iris every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
E versus Ainstec Iris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEAinstec Iris
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB161 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEverysightArtificial Intelligence and Sensing Technology Co. Ltd

In-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

None

Ainstec Iris

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ainstec Iris free?
Ainstec Iris is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, E or Ainstec Iris?
E and Ainstec Iris are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do E or Ainstec Iris have ads?
Neither E nor Ainstec Iris shows ads.
Which is updated more often, E or Ainstec Iris?
E ships an update every 12 months, and Ainstec Iris every 2 months. Most recently, E was updated on November 7, 2026 and Ainstec Iris on October 30, 2026.

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