Mactracker vs Shaw Neighborhood Guide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mactracker
Access comprehensive technical specifications and historical data for all Apple Macintosh, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro devices. Compare real-world performance using integrated benchmark scores.
- Detailed specs for all Apple devices
- Processor, memory, and storage info
- Supported OS versions
- Original pricing and color options
- Real-world performance scores
- Historical Apple product catalog
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Mactracker provides detailed information on every Apple Macintosh, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro ever made, including items such as processor speed, memory, graphic cards, supported OS versions, price, color, storage, and expansion options. Also included is information on early Apple systems, Newton, Apple TV, Apple accessories, audio, displays, modems, printers, scanners, storage, Wi-Fi products, Mac pro apps, and operating systems. In addition to listing technical specifications, Mactracker allows you to gauge and compare the real-world performance with scores courtesy of Primate Labs Geekbench 6. Test your knowledge on nearly every device from 1976 to today with the Trivia feature. You can also track and manage your Apple product collection by adding details such as their model, color, serial number, condition, purchase date, and warranty coverage end date.
Shaw Neighborhood Guide
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Shaw Neighborhood Guide is the all-in-one community directory for Washington, D.C.'s historic Shaw neighborhood. Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting for the first time, Shaw Neighborhood Guide gives you a complete picture of everything the neighborhood has to offer — far beyond just dining. Explore 37 business categories including retail shops, barbers and salons, pharmacies, banks, churches, schools, fitness centers, parks, parking, laundry services, law firms, real estate offices, and much more. DISCOVER YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD Browse the full directory of Shaw businesses organized by category. From a quick coffee run to finding a nearby pediatrician or a place to worship, Shaw Neighborhood Guide has you covered. INTERACTIVE MAP View businesses on a live, interactive map. Tap any marker to see business details, get directions, and save your favorites — right from the map. \ SEARCH Find any Shaw business instantly with a smart search that matches by name, category, address, and keyword — even with minor typos. FAVORITES Save the businesses you visit most and access them in one tap. Your favorites stay with you across sessions and are available even offline. HOURS & DETAILS See whether a business is currently open, view today's hours, phone number, website, and address — all in one place. SORT BY DISTANCE Sort any category by your current location to find the nearest business first. Shaw Neighborhood Guide is brought to you by Shaw Main Streets, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the economic vitality and unique character of the Shaw neighborhood.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Shaw Neighborhood Guide at every 8 days against Mactracker's every 2 weeks. Mactracker's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Mactracker ships an update every 2 weeks, Shaw Neighborhood Guide every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mactracker | Shaw Neighborhood Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 87.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 352 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Ian Page | The Grand Scheme, LLC |
Bugs and requests
Mactracker
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incorrect information on some device specifications
- Crashes when deleting last favorite
- Startup sounds not working properly
Requested features
5 requests- Add ability to compare devices
- Implement metric measurements
- Add notes/favorites sync across devices
- Include product photos and descriptions
- Add support for Apple Watch
Shaw Neighborhood Guide
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Mactracker
No in-app purchases
Shaw Neighborhood Guide
No in-app purchases







