Comparison

FilmSpotting. vs MovieWalks

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

Head to head
About

FilmSpotting.

Features
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FilmSpotting is an application for cinema enthusiasts who have discovered the recently popular trend of traveling to destinations that served as filming locations for movies, known as setjetting. With the FilmSpotting app, you can search for your favorite movies, identify where their scenes were shot, and when you're nearby, attempt to capture a photo identical to the original frame from the film. You can then share this photo with friends, who will compare the actual movie set with your Shot rendition. Capturing such a photo is made easy by a feature that overlays the original movie frame as a transparent guide while taking the photo. Each Shot is linked to an authentic frame from the film, specific coordinates indicating its creation location, and basic details about the movie such as the director, production year, and genre. Additionally, the app includes photos taken by other users against the backdrop of the set. You have the flexibility to choose whether your photo is set as public or private. If you're aware of the filming location for an iconic scene that's not yet in the system, you can personally add it, along with any of your missing favorite movies. Wherever your travels take you, you can easily locate the nearest Shots and their distances. The app even integrates with Google Maps to help you plan your visits and see which Shots are situated close to your intended destinations. Shots that you particularly enjoy can be marked as favorites, and those receiving widespread likes will be showcased in the 'Most Popular' section. Enjoy the experience and immerse yourself in the cinematic frame with FilmSpotting

About

MovieWalks

Features
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Looking for a new way to explore a city? With MovieWalks you discover real filming locations and relive your favorite movies and series on the spot. The app for true movie lovers. Enter the worlds of Harry Potter, James Bond, and more iconic movies. Perfect for a day trip, a weekend getaway, or as part of an inspiring city trip. Unlike other apps that only show individual spots, MovieWalks offers complete self-guided film routes. Each walk connects iconic scenes with the city itself, blending culture, storytelling and exploration into one unique experience. ► Features • Discover movie locations: visit places from famous films and TV shows. • GPS-tours: walk at your own pace, start anywhere you like. • City experiences: ideal for tourists and locals looking for something new. • Interactive content: enjoy trivia, behind-the-scenes stories and images. • GPS navigation: always know where to go with integrated directions. • Offline available: download your tour in advance and explore without internet. • New content monthly: fresh tours and new routes added every month. ► Available cities New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco, alongside international favorites like Londen, Paris, Rome, Berlin and Amsterdam. ► In-app purchases MovieWalks is free to download. To unlock full access, purchase individual routes as in-app purchases, such as: • MovieWalk London - Westminster • MovieWalk New York - Central Park • MovieWalk Los Angeles - Downtown • MovieWalk Amsterdam - Canal District • MovieWalk Paris - Rivoli • ….And much more! Each purchase gives you access to a complete self-guided film walk with GPS navigation, interactive stops, behind-the-scenes stories and offline use. With MovieWalks, every walk becomes a cinematic adventure. Discover familiar places in a whole new way and step right into the world of cinema. Note: Movie titles, character names, screenshots and clips are used for reference only. If you are a copyright holder and would like content removed, please contact us at contact@movie-mapp.com.

Screenshots

FilmSpotting.4 screens
MovieWalks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FilmSpotting. at none against MovieWalks's 11. FilmSpotting. also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). MovieWalks's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. MovieWalks sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. FilmSpotting. asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FilmSpotting. ships an update every 4 months, MovieWalks every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
FilmSpotting. versus MovieWalks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilmSpotting.MovieWalks
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB135 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMAFT MARCIN PAWLOSMovieMapp

In-app purchases

None

FilmSpotting.

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

MovieWalks

One-time11
  • Shibuya$2.99
  • Crescent$2.99
  • Stare Mesto$2.99
Show 8 more
  • Downtown$3.99
  • Sol$3.99
  • Ancient Rome$3.99
  • Burgwallen$3.99
  • Millennium$3.99
  • Fort$3.99
  • Valois$3.99
  • XMas$3.99

Questions

Is FilmSpotting. free?
FilmSpotting. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MovieWalks free?
MovieWalks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FilmSpotting. or MovieWalks have ads?
FilmSpotting. shows ads; MovieWalks does not.
Which is updated more often, FilmSpotting. or MovieWalks?
FilmSpotting. ships an update every 4 months, and MovieWalks every 6 months. Most recently, FilmSpotting. was updated on October 24, 2026 and MovieWalks on October 24, 2026.

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