# GPS Kit vs GPS Tracks

The clearest difference is price: GPS Tracks at Free against GPS Kit's $9.99. GPS Tracks also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (85% vs 58%). GPS Kit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#30 vs #91). On ads there is nothing between them.

GPS Tracks is free to download; GPS Kit costs $9.99 up front. GPS Tracks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. GPS Kit asks for nothing beyond the download.

GPS Tracks holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Tracks has 18K ratings behind it against 367, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of GPS Kit's written reviews are positive against 85% of GPS Tracks's.

GPS Kit ships an update every 2 months, GPS Tracks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS Kit | GPS Tracks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (367 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-kit-offline-gps-tracker/id287909017/reviews) | **[4.7 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-tracks/id425589565/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 367 | **18K** |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **85.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#30** | #91 |
| Size | 19 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Garafa, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284829377) | [David Morneault](https://appshunter.io/developer/385491802) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS Kit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-kit-offline-gps-tracker/id287909017)

**Currently charting:** #30 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This app provides a top-of-the-line GPS system for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. It offers offline mapping, powerful waypoint management with photos and notes, and intelligent data collection for activities like hiking, hunting, and cycling anywhere in the world.

**Highlights:** Offline mapping with no data connection required, Waypoint management with photos and notes, Supports KML, KMZ, and GPX data import/export, Customizable dashboard with various parameters, Real-time navigation to waypoints, Weather stations for point forecasts (U.S. only)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate GPS tracking
- 🗺️ Excellent offline map caching
- 💡 Comprehensive feature set
- 👍 Useful for outdoor activities
- 🚀 Stable and reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs with recent iOS updates
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🚧 Outdated user interface
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and learning curve
- ⚠️ Lack of developer support and updates

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when importing/exporting data
- Inaccurate speed and distance tracking
- Disappearing waypoints and tracks
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Improved map rendering and zooming
- Customizable dashboard and data fields
- Ability to import/export GPX files
- Waypoint and route sharing features
- Altitude profile and elevation data


### GPS Tracks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-tracks/id425589565)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Grossing · Navigation, #203 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Track outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and running with detailed route recording and waypoint navigation. Explore offline with downloadable maps and various map layers. Share your real-time location with friends and access advanced measurement tools.

**Highlights:** Route tracking for outdoor activities, Offline map downloads, Waypoint navigation and storage, Real-time track sharing, Map measurement tools, GPX/KML export, Apple Watch integration

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GPS Tracks Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| GPS Tracks Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Datum Add-On Pack | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate GPS tracking
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 💡 Versatile features for various activities
- 🚀 Responsive customer support
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data security
- 👎 Offline maps not fully functional

**Reported bugs**

- Tracks disappearing after updates
- GPS coordinates not always accurate
- Difficulty deleting unwanted waypoints

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit waypoint names
- Improved map synchronization across devices
- Integration with popular fitness apps
- Landscape map view option
- Automatic activity tracking without user interaction


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS Kit free?

GPS Kit costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GPS Tracks free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GPS Kit or GPS Tracks?

GPS Tracks is rated higher. GPS Kit averages 4.2 out of 5 from 367 ratings, while GPS Tracks averages 4.7 from 18K ratings.

### Do GPS Kit or GPS Tracks have ads?

Neither GPS Kit nor GPS Tracks shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GPS Kit or GPS Tracks?

GPS Kit ships an update every 2 months, and GPS Tracks fortnightly. Most recently, GPS Kit was updated on October 31, 2026 and GPS Tracks on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, GPS Kit or GPS Tracks?

GPS Kit currently peaks at #30 in the App Store charts, and GPS Tracks at #91. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*