# GPS & Maps vs My GPS Coordinates Lite

The clearest difference is rating: My GPS Coordinates Lite at 4.8 against GPS & Maps's 4.4. My GPS Coordinates Lite also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). GPS & Maps's advantage is ratings volume (2.3K vs 31) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

My GPS Coordinates Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS & Maps has 2.3K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, My GPS Coordinates Lite every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS & Maps | My GPS Coordinates Lite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-and-maps-location-tracker/id477998011/reviews) | **[4.8 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates-lite/id1505742576/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 31 |
| Positive reviews | 62.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| 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 Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates-lite/id1505742576)

Easily view your geographical coordinates in multiple formats, including DMS, DDM, DD, and UTM. Capture photos with embedded GPS data or save locations to a history log. Share your position instantly via messages or social media.

**Highlights:** Multiple coordinate formats (DMS, DDM, DD, UTM), Altitude and GPS accuracy display, Photo capture with GPS overlay, Save and manage locations, SOS functionality for sharing coordinates, Share coordinates via messages and social media

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS & Maps free?

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

### Is My GPS Coordinates Lite free?

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

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

My GPS Coordinates Lite is rated higher. GPS & Maps averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while My GPS Coordinates Lite averages 4.8 from 31 ratings.

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

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

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

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, and My GPS Coordinates Lite every 3 weeks. Most recently, GPS & Maps was updated on November 1, 2026 and My GPS Coordinates Lite on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*