mapping vs Retro Walk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side â with what reviewers say about each.
mapping
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Retro Walk
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The historical maps are limited to locations within Japan. Retro Walk is a smartphone app that lets you stroll through nostalgic streets with historical maps in hand. As you explore, you can check the locations of buildings and scenery from the past, enjoying a walking experience that feels like stepping back in time. The historical maps are limited to locations within Japan. You can switch between maps from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and the present day. Your current location is displayed using GPS.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mapping at none against Retro Walk's 1. mapping also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Retro Walk's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Retro Walk sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. mapping asks for nothing beyond the download.
mapping ships an update every 5 days, Retro Walk monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | mapping | Retro Walk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days â better | Monthly |
| Ads | Yes | No â better |
| In-app purchases | No â better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 â better | 15.6 |
| Further details â not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | tatsuyuki shibuya | akira ohmachi |
In-app purchases
mapping
No in-app purchases
Retro Walk
- Remove Ads$1.99
Questions
Is mapping free?
Is Retro Walk free?
Do mapping or Retro Walk have ads?
Which is updated more often, mapping or Retro Walk?
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