GPS Tracker Tool vs TrailTool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GPS Tracker Tool
This tool provides remote control for dedicated hardware GPS trackers, drafting SMS commands and offering navigation assistance. It supports multiple trackers, geo-fencing, and reverse geocoding, with optional in-app purchases for live tracking features.
- Drafts SMS commands for trackers
- Built-in compass for navigation
- Cell triangulation fallback
- Reverse geocoding
- Manage multiple trackers
- Visual geo-fence setup
- Configurable unit system
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More infos at gps-tracker-tool.de (support url). WHAT IT'S NOT - You can NOT track other phones with this app! This is a "remote control" for one of the dedicated hardware GPS trackers from the list of compatible models. - You cannot send SMS from iPod/iPad devices. However, you can still use the LIVE tracking features. MAJOR FEATURES - app will draft SMS commands for you - no need to carry around the tracker's manual - built-in compass for off-road navigation to tracker location - offers cell triangulation as fallback - reverse geocoding - administration of multiple trackers - visual set-up of geo-fence - configurable unit system (mi, km/h – m, ft) - quick commands = easy accessible custom commands - in-app purchases to enable the LIVE tracking features for some models: Trip history, trip start & end alerts, speed alert, geo fences, KML export INCOMING SMS You just copy the whole incoming SMS and switch to the app. It will then try to match it against known formats. All data can then usually be visualized on the map. Please understand that iOS DOES NOT ALLOW to intercept incoming SMS automatically! Some tracker models can be monitored via the internet. SUPPORTED TRACKER MODELS Anywhere (TK 108), Asta (EV07S*), ELRO (GPS1), Concox (GT02, GT011, GT 100), Incutex (TK 5000*, TK 104, TK 105*, TK 106, TK 116), meitrack (VT 310 v6, VT 310 v7), PAJ* (Allround, Easy, Gold, Motorcycle, Mini, Personal, Power, Professional), Simvalley (GT 60, GT 170, GT 280), TKstar* (Bike, 720, 816 OBD, 901, 905, 909, 915), Toplovo (TL 202), Wonde Proud (SPT 10, VT 10), Xexun* (TK 101, TK 102, TK 102-2, TK 102v6, TK 103, TK 103-2, TK 104, TK 106, TK 201, TK 201-2, TK 202, TK 203, TK 206, XT 009) * InApp live tracking via Internet for these models possible. After you made the tracker connect to the server, the feature can be activated with an InApp purchase. Model names might not always be unique amongst manufacturers, so if your tracker came with a manual, you can check for compatibility here: https://gps-tracker-tool.de/compatibility/ (see also support-url) KNOWN PROBLEMS - Please note that while you can send iMessages, you cannot send SMS from an iPad or iPod and therefore you would have very limited functionality on these devices. Still, an iPad would be a good choice for the LIVE tracking part. - Since iOS 10, short messages which contain links will be broken up into two. This makes copying a whole message impossible. You might have to miss out on the app's ability to visualize an incoming message from certain trackers. (If you experience any problem or have a feature request, please send us an e-mail. You find the address in the app's help section.)
TrailTool
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TrailTool supports creating map from within the app from publicly available OpenStreetMap data. So wherever you plan for your next adventure, your map can always be up to date. It does not require wireless connection to work in the field or outdoor. It respects your privacy, any saved tracks or locations are always stored on device, no data is ever uploaded to the cloud. So your data is safe. ## Main Features - Record GPS tracks or mark point of interest on screen for trip planning or actual location while in the field - Create map dataset from OpenStreetMap data (PBF) directly. Support option to use native language (default) or English as place names or labels. - Support data exchange format: PBF, GeoJSON/JSON and GPX - Support data sharing via AirDrop or standard iOS share functionality for any data used within the app For device without GPS (such as iPad without cellular service), the app can be used for trip planning to review map, existing tracks, point of interests etc. Maps, tracks or point of interests from one device can be shared with other devices via AirDrop. ## Map Data The app comes with one sample map and one sample OpenStreetMap PBF file. For additional data, you can go to OpenStreetMap web site or within app, choose About -> Additional Data… Hope you’ll find this app useful in your travel or hiking adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TrailTool at none against GPS Tracker Tool's 4. TrailTool also leads on price ($2.99 vs $6.99). On update cadence, ads, 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
GPS Tracker Tool costs $6.99 and TrailTool $2.99 up front. GPS Tracker Tool sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. TrailTool asks for nothing beyond the download.
GPS Tracker Tool ships an update every 5 weeks, TrailTool every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GPS Tracker Tool | TrailTool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | $2.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 79.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Hoereth | Zhiguang Han |
In-app purchases
GPS Tracker Tool
- One Month$1.99
- One Quarter$4.99
- Half-Year$8.99
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- One Year$15.99
TrailTool
No in-app purchases
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