# GPS & Maps vs My GPS Coordinates °

GPS & Maps and My GPS Coordinates ° both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 63% of GPS & Maps's written reviews are positive against 40% of My GPS Coordinates °'s. GPS & Maps also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS & Maps sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and My GPS Coordinates ° sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for GPS & Maps against 4.6 for My GPS Coordinates °. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.3K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of GPS & Maps's written reviews are positive against 40% of My GPS Coordinates °'s.

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, My GPS Coordinates ° fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS & Maps | My GPS Coordinates ° |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-and-maps-location-tracker/id477998011/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates/id1335952038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kraus und Karnath GbR 2Kit Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/477998014) | [MYSTIC MOBILE APPS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481942662) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS & Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-and-maps-location-tracker/id477998011)

This app provides precise location tracking, altitude, and speed measurements for various outdoor activities. Save and display waypoints on a map, utilize a compass, and access different map data sources. An integrated flashlight aids in low-light conditions.

**Highlights:** Precise GPS tracking, Altitude and speed logging, Waypoint saving and display, Integrated compass, Multiple coordinate formats, Map widgets, Flashlight functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Compass | $0.99 | one-time |
| Map Widgets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Open Street Map | $0.99 | one-time |
| Google Maps | $0.99 | one-time |
| POI / Waypoints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Editon | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clear and precise
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Streamlined GPS app
- 💡 Excellent tracking service
- 🚀 Accurate and reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not display full screen on iPad
- 🐛 Compass is not working
- 💰 Features held behind paywall
- 🐛 Waypoints are inaccurate
- 🐛 Compass is over 90 degrees out

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Waypoints drop in wrong location
- Compass not working
- Coordinates are inaccurate

**Requested features**

- Ability to draw lines between waypoints
- Ability to add notes to waypoints
- Ability to add photos to waypoints
- Dark mode option
- Ability to enter coordinates manually


### My GPS Coordinates °

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates/id1335952038)

Easily find your precise GPS coordinates, altitude, and satellite count. Save locations with photos, customize data overlays, and share your whereabouts instantly. Includes a compass, map view of saved spots, and an SOS feature for emergencies.

**Highlights:** High accuracy GPS coordinates, Multiple coordinate formats, Geotagged photo memories, Save and bookmark locations, Compass navigation, SOS emergency feature, Data export/import (GPX, KML)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly GPS Coordinates+ | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual GPS Coordinates+ | $8.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for specific use cases (e.g. storm spotting, cemetery navigation)
- 🚀 Accurate GPS coordinates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate GPS readings
- 🔍 Difficult interface and navigation
- 💸 Aggressive ads that disrupt user experience
- 🚫 No ad-free paid version available

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes when switching locations
- Coordinates not properly displayed on Apple Watch
- Inconsistent GPS readings at the same location

**Requested features**

- Add option to copy coordinates to clipboard
- Improve GPS accuracy and consistency
- Provide a paid ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS & Maps free?

GPS & Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is My GPS Coordinates ° free?

My GPS Coordinates ° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GPS & Maps or My GPS Coordinates °?

My GPS Coordinates ° is rated higher. GPS & Maps averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while My GPS Coordinates ° averages 4.6 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do GPS & Maps or My GPS Coordinates ° have ads?

Both GPS & Maps and My GPS Coordinates ° show ads.

### Which is updated more often, GPS & Maps or My GPS Coordinates °?

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, and My GPS Coordinates ° fortnightly. Most recently, GPS & Maps was updated on November 12, 2026 and My GPS Coordinates ° on November 11, 2026.

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