Comparison

Direction vs TriNav

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Direction

Navigate to any saved location or photo spot with a simple arrow, no internet required. Ideal for finding parking, meeting points, or returning to memorable places. Features iCloud sync and VoiceOver support.

Highlights
  • Fully offline navigation
  • Save locations with a tap
  • Navigate using photo GPS data
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • VoiceOver accessibility
  • Home screen widgets
  • Built-in support chat
Features
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The easiest fully offline navigator to help you stay oriented. Save locations, follow the arrow, and navigate to destinations or photo spots with a simple, clear interface — no internet required. Perfect for keeping track of your parking spot, finding a meeting point, locating your hotel or campsite, and much more. Stay Oriented Offline This navigator is designed to be used without an internet connection. The streamlined interface makes it easy to move toward any point you choose. Save Locations & Follow the Arrow Save any place with a tap and follow the white arrow to reach it. No complicated maps. No confusing routes. Choose a point and walk directly toward it. Navigate Using Your Photos Jump to locations directly from your images. The app reads GPS metadata in your photos, allowing you to return to those places without typing coordinates. Fully Offline Navigation Saved locations remain available at all times, and the arrow helps guide you toward your destination using offline functionality. iCloud Sync Across Devices Your saved locations sync automatically through iCloud. Start on one device and continue on another — everything stays up to date. VoiceOver Friendly Navigation and interface elements are optimized for VoiceOver, supporting blind and low-vision users. Hear clear guidance with distance, degrees, and direction changes. Widgets for Instant Access Save places or start navigating right from your Home Screen using quick-access widgets. Built-In Support Chat If you need help, the integrated support chat provides quick and friendly assistance without searching through help pages. Privacy Policy: https://turroo.com/strelka/policy Terms of Use: https://turroo.com/strelka/terms If you choose to purchase Pro, payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. If you don’t purchase Pro, you can continue using the app for free.

About

TriNav

Compare driving directions and ETAs from multiple map services in one app. See routes, travel times, and traffic side-by-side before you leave or during your trip. Get notified of faster routes and switch providers seamlessly.

Highlights
  • Three-map route comparison
  • Switch maps during navigation
  • Faster route alerts
  • Turn-by-turn voice guidance
  • Saved places
  • Light & dark appearance
Features
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Different maps. Different ETAs. Which one should you follow? Compare Google Maps, Apple Maps and Yandex Maps in one place. Navigation Pro helps you choose a route before you leave and check your options as traffic changes — with route comparisons, voice guidance and map switching in one app. Tired of searching for the same destination in separate apps? Enter it once, see each provider’s estimated travel time and distance, and start navigating with your chosen map. KEY FEATURES - Three-Map Route Comparison: View routes, estimated travel times, distances and traffic side by side. Find the option that works for your journey. - Switch Maps During Navigation: Change between Google Maps, Apple Maps and Yandex Maps without entering your destination again. Keep your options open throughout your trip. - Faster Route Alerts: Get notified when another provider offers a meaningfully shorter estimated travel time. Check the alternative and decide whether to switch. - Turn-by-Turn Voice Guidance: Follow clear directions and spoken instructions from your selected navigation provider. - Saved Places: Keep Home, Work and favourite destinations ready for everyday journeys. - Light & Dark Appearance: Choose the look you prefer for your navigation screen. Download Navigation Pro and choose your map with the alternatives in view. SUBSCRIPTIONS Unlimited switching between map providers requires Pro. Weekly and yearly auto-renewable subscriptions are available. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. DISCLAIMER Navigation Pro is an independent app and is not affiliated with Google, Apple or Yandex. Travel times are estimates and may differ from actual journey times. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Direction4 screens
TriNav4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TriNav at 5.0 against Direction's 4.5. TriNav also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). Direction's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Direction sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and TriNav sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TriNav holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Direction ships an update every 9 days, TriNav every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Direction versus TriNav: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirectionTriNav
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB123 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrand Apps Avenue Company LimitedErdi Tuncalp

Customer experience

Direction

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

TriNav

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Direction

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Full Access$34.99
3 purchases

TriNav

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Direction free?
Direction is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TriNav free?
TriNav is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Direction or TriNav?
TriNav is rated higher. Direction averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TriNav averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Direction or TriNav have ads?
TriNav shows ads; Direction does not.
Which is updated more often, Direction or TriNav?
Direction ships an update every 9 days, and TriNav every 4 days. Most recently, Direction was updated on October 24, 2026 and TriNav on October 24, 2026.

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