GPS 2 IP vs Easy QTH Locator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GPS 2 IP
Stream real-time GPS NMEA location data from your iPhone or iPad to other devices. Ideal for advanced navigation software and enthusiasts who need external GPS capabilities.
- Stream NMEA GPS data wirelessly
- Connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth LE
- Push data to online servers (TCP/UDP)
- Supports TAIP protocol
- Unique device identifiers
- Automatic restart after device reboot
- Selectable NMEA messages
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Do you need GPS NMEA location data for your computer or other device - maybe to use some mapping or navigation software? Until now, you couldn't get external access to the GPS inside your iPhone or iPad, but now with GPS2IP you can stream the information in realtime to solve your requirements. BEWARE - GPS2IP is *not* able to be used for the Apple turn-by-turn navigation app, or Google Maps, or most car navigation programs. It is designed for enthusiasts, or more sophisticated navigation software that can use an external wireless GPS unit. If you aren't sure what NMEA is, please check the website before buying. This is a rather special piece of software, and must be used in the right system. PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE: www.capsicumdreams.com/iPhone/gps2ip/ We have a free version "GPS2IP Lite" that has most of the same features, so that you can try it out for free. Have a look on our website: http://capsicumdreams.com/gps2ip/differences.php Try it for free, and only buy this full-featured version if it does what you need! The iPhone becomes a GPS server, and to get the information, you just connect to your iPhone using either wifi or Bluetooth LE. Alternatively, you can also push the NMEA data to any online server, using either TCP or UDP and process the information however you want.The TAIP protocol is also supported. Each device running GPS2IP can send a unique identifier, so that if you have multiple devices you can determine which device is sending what messages. GPS2IP now can be configured to restart automatically after your iOS device restarts, so you'll always keep track of your position. Apart from navigation software, other methods for connection include telnet or netcat, or many terminal programs. Some navigation software such as MacEnc can read from an IP address natively. Setting up a connection between MacEnc and GPS2IP is easy. Just have a look at the capsicumDreams website! http://capsicumdreams.com/gps2ip/ Different NMEA messages can be selected for transmission according to your requirements. One non-standard message that GPS2IP transmits that is very useful for sailing is $PASHR. GPS 2 IP can run when the iPhone sleeps to support constant location reporting, but be aware that continued use of the GPS when running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. If your device dies or you turn it off when it was running, GPS2IP now automatically resumes sending the location. Beware that this will decrease battery life - we recommend keeping it charging if possible. GPS2IP can also be configured to output data at a selectable frequency (for example once every minute). You can lock the settings, so that no unauthorised people can change the settings. Lots more information and instructions on usage can be found on our website. Enjoy!
Easy QTH Locator
This app calculates your Maidenhead Locator (QTH Locator) using your device's GPS, mobile network, or Wi-Fi. It's a convenient way for radio amateurs worldwide to represent their location without needing an internet connection.
- QTH Locator calculation
- Uses GPS, mobile network, or Wi-Fi
- No internet access required
- Convenient for radio amateurs
- Displays current location
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This application displays the QTH Locator (Maidenhead Locator) for your current location, calculated based on geographical coordinates obtained from GPS, mobile network or Wi-Fi data. Enable Location Services. Give your device permission to determine your location. Internet access is not required. To speak the QTH locator value in voice or Morse code, tap the corresponding icon on the device screen.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Easy QTH Locator at Free against GPS 2 IP's $7.99. Easy QTH Locator also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (71% vs 58%). GPS 2 IP's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months) and chart position (#38 vs unranked). On ratings volume, 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
Easy QTH Locator is free to download; GPS 2 IP costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Easy QTH Locator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of GPS 2 IP's written reviews are positive against 71% of Easy QTH Locator's.
GPS 2 IP ships an update every 3 months, Easy QTH Locator every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GPS 2 IP | Easy QTH Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $7.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (15 ratings) | 4.8 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | 71.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #38 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Angus Oliver | Borys Buslovskyi |
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GPS 2 IP
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In-app purchases
GPS 2 IP
No in-app purchases
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No in-app purchases









