Useful Local Navigaiton vs Quick Map Search
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Useful Local Navigaiton
Quickly discover nearby restaurants, shops, and attractions using a map or augmented reality view. Save favorite searches and locations, and get directions via popular mapping services. Supports offline map downloads and route history.
- AR view for direction guidance
- Map and place list interface
- Save favorite searches and places
- Offline OSM map downloads
- Route history tracking
- Google Place Search integration
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Useful Local Navigation helps you quickly find nearby places, including restaurants, shops, and sightseeing spots, around your current location or any point you choose on the map. Hold up your iPhone and use the AR view to understand direction at a glance, even in unfamiliar areas. Over 500,000 downloads across the Useful Local Navigation series. With Useful Local Navigation, you can: - Find places quickly by tapping keywords in the list menu. - Save frequently used keywords as Favorite Search Words. - Set a search center point (orange marker) or use your current location (blue marker). - Sort search results by straight-line distance from the selected center point. - Move and set the search center from a selected destination using "@#" in the search box. - Use Google Place Search for high-quality place results. - Search by Google Place categories with Category Search, regardless of language. - Save Favorite Places by long-pressing a list item or long-pressing on the map. - Register your current location or search center point quickly with the Reg button. - Open detailed information for shops and facilities from the Detail button. - Start route guidance to your destination with the Navi button via Apple Maps, Google Maps app, or Google Maps web. Features: - A linked three-pane interface with AR view, map view, and place list. - AR direction guidance makes it easier to understand where results are located. (AR view is not supported on iPod touch.) - Move the map by typing "@placename" or "@address" in the search box. - Supports the URL scheme: aroundunavi:// - Footprints (pink location history markers) help you retrace your route and avoid getting lost. - Import KML or KMZ files from the web and view their spots offline after import. - Share your current location, search center point, or destination by email with map links, address information, and app launch URL. - Download and display offline OSM maps. Notes: - Recommended in areas with 3G, 4G, 5G, or Wi-Fi coverage. - GPS location may be difficult to obtain in some environments, such as indoors. - Compass direction may be less accurate in some situations, such as inside trains or cars. - Continued GPS use can increase battery consumption.
Quick Map Search
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Speed Up Your Map Search - Search Your Favorites with Just One Tap! Quick Map Search is a must-have utility tool that allows you to pre-register your frequently searched places and categories (like "Gas Station," "Coffee Shop," or "Parking") and launch your favorite navigation apps instantly. No more typing the same keywords over and over. When you need to find the nearest convenience store or gas station in a hurry, simply tap your pre-set icon, and your preferred map app will handle the rest! [Key Features] One-Tap Launcher: Instantly trigger a search on your map app by tapping your custom keywords. Ready to Use: Essential keywords like "Gas," "Cafe," and "Store" are pre-registered so you can start saving time immediately. Full Customization: Create, edit, and delete keywords, icons, and categories to match your lifestyle. Organize with Colors: Categorize your keywords (e.g., "Work," "Travel," "Lunch") and use color codes to find them at a glance. Quick Filter: Filter your list by category to find exactly what you need in seconds. Support for Top Map Apps: Seamlessly works with Apple Maps, Google Maps, and more. Set your favorite app as the default for even faster access. [Perfect For...] On the Road: Finding the nearest gas station, restroom, or parking spot while driving. Traveling: Quickly locating ATMs, post offices, or pharmacies in unfamiliar areas. Daily Life: Checking for nearby restaurants or stores on your daily commute. Update your navigation experience with Quick Map Search—the fastest way to find what you need!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Useful Local Navigaiton at 2 against Quick Map Search's —. Quick Map Search's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price and in-app purchases 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.
| Parameter | Useful Local Navigaiton | Quick Map Search |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | katapu.net | Masumi Masuyama |
In-app purchases
Useful Local Navigaiton
No in-app purchases
Quick Map Search
No in-app purchases
Questions
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