# Stop Map Helsinki vs iPlotter Solent

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stop Map Helsinki at 100% against iPlotter Solent's 0%. Stop Map Helsinki also leads on price (Free vs $7.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 12). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Stop Map Helsinki is free to download; iPlotter Solent costs $7.99 up front. iPlotter Solent sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Stop Map Helsinki asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stop Map Helsinki ships an update every 2 weeks, iPlotter Solent every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stop Map Helsinki | iPlotter Solent |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $7.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-map-helsinki/id390157379/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **7** | — |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 10 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Janne Käki](https://appshunter.io/developer/390157382) | [Navtech Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/355517263) |

## What reviewers say

### Stop Map Helsinki

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-map-helsinki/id390157379)

This app provides a visual guide to public transportation in Helsinki, Finland. It displays all 8,000 stops and stations on a map, showing which buses, trams, and trains serve each location and their schedules. Users can browse, search, or bookmark frequently used stops for quick access.

**Highlights:** Visual public transport map, All 8,000+ stops and stations, Bus, tram, and train line information, Scheduled departure times, Search by stop or line, Bookmark favorite stops, Direction indicator for stops

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### iPlotter Solent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iplotter-solent/id397677340)

Plan marine passages with calculated courses, distances, and tidal stream data. Visualize your route on a map or a track-up display, and simulate your journey. Works globally with GPS integration for real-time positioning.

**Highlights:** Marine passage planning, Waypoint database, Tidal stream calculations, NAV view (track up), MAP view with map overlay, Simulator mode, GPS integration

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| North France | $0.99 | one-time |
| North Central France | $0.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing 2014 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing 2015 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing Marks 2017 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing Marks 2019 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing Marks 2021 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing 2022 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing 2023 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing 2024 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing Marks 2026 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Solent Racing Marks 2025 | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stop Map Helsinki free?

Stop Map Helsinki is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iPlotter Solent free?

iPlotter Solent costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Do Stop Map Helsinki or iPlotter Solent have ads?

Neither Stop Map Helsinki nor iPlotter Solent shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stop Map Helsinki or iPlotter Solent?

Stop Map Helsinki ships an update every 2 weeks, and iPlotter Solent every 7 months. Most recently, Stop Map Helsinki was updated on October 23, 2026 and iPlotter Solent on October 27, 2026.

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