# DashMap vs Auto Journal

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Auto Journal at none against DashMap's 4. Auto Journal also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DashMap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Auto Journal asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | DashMap | Auto Journal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashmap-smart-dash-cam/id1638360259/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **5** | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 111 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ralf Cheung](https://appshunter.io/developer/957882938) | [AndrewTechful](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499165385) |

## What reviewers say

### DashMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashmap-smart-dash-cam/id1638360259)

This app transforms your iPhone into a dual-screen safety system, offering simultaneous 4K dash cam recording and GPS navigation. It provides seamless integration with CarPlay, allowing you to control recording and navigation from your car's display while keeping your phone focused on the road.

**Highlights:** Dual-screen CarPlay integration, Simultaneous 4K recording and navigation, GPX/TCX route import, On-device video storage, Professional telemetry overlays, Automatic footage management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Premium | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium | $49.99 | per year |


### Auto Journal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auto-journal-dashcam-app/id1672878369)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DashMap free?

DashMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Auto Journal free?

Auto Journal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do DashMap or Auto Journal have ads?

Neither DashMap nor Auto Journal shows ads.

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