Comparison

MapPath vs Padam Driver

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

Head to head
About

MapPath

This app allows you to record trips, measure distances, and establish directions on a map. It provides live tracking information like speed and altitude, and supports importing/exporting data in various formats. It offers advanced options for map types, traffic, and points of interest.

Highlights
  • Record trips with live speed and altitude data
  • Measure distances, areas, and perimeters
  • Establish directions with up to 30 steps
  • Import/export tracks and measures in KML, GPX, CSV
  • Display multiple tracks and measures simultaneously
  • Customizable map types and display options
Features
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***** STANDARD VERSION ***** This version of MapPath has 2 restrictions : - you can not record a trip more than a minute - you can not add more than 4 points in your measures The PRO version has no restrictions. ***** STANDARD VERSION ***** MapPath is an easy-to-use app allowing you to record your trips. It displays your track, your position and live information such as your speed, altitude and average speed/pace. MapPath is also an utility that allows you to establish directions, measure distances, surface areas and perimeters by dragging pins (points) on the map. # GPS Tracker Features : - record your run: time, distance, altitude, speed, average speed, average pace - pause and resume recording as needed - display your track on the map - display charts of your altitude, speed and pace - location and heading tracking - cut portion of the track - display simultaneously several tracks on the map - change color of each track on the map # Measures Features : - directions up to 30 steps - measure distances, surface areas and perimeters using pins (points) on the map - add point to your measure by taping and holding the map - display simultaneously several measures on the map - change color of each measure on the map # Import / Export Features : - import and export tracks and measures as KML, KMZ, ITN, GPX and CSV files # Options : - gps accuracy options - system of units options - map types selection : Apple standard & satellite (3D) maps, OpenStreetMap, OpenSeaMap and custom maps - options to show Traffic and Points of Interest # And also : - Dark Mode - Split View and Slide Over multitasking on iPad - Widgets and Live Activities displaying informations about your current location or current tracking directly from your lock screen, home screen or the Dynamic Island (since iPhone 14) MapPath use iCloud to automatically keep in sync your tracks and measures across your devices. If you have any problem, suggestion, please feel free to contact me at contact@julienroze.fr Note that continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Padam Driver

Features
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Padam Driver application is reserved for drivers using the Padam Mobility solution. Its intuitive, newly designed interface enables a wide range of actions: - Access the driver's roadmap and step-by-step itinerary. - View upcoming, past and cancelled services. - Choose your navigation tool. Note: Continued use of GPS in the background can significantly reduce battery life.

Screenshots

MapPath4 screens
Padam Driver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Padam Driver at none against MapPath's 1. Padam Driver also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. MapPath sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Padam Driver asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MapPath ships an update every 5 weeks, Padam Driver fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
MapPath versus Padam Driver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapPathPadam Driver
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews70.6% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better16.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJulien RozΓ©Padam Mobility

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MapPath

One-time1
  • Full version$1.99
None

Padam Driver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MapPath free?
MapPath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Padam Driver free?
Padam Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MapPath or Padam Driver have ads?
Neither MapPath nor Padam Driver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MapPath or Padam Driver?
MapPath ships an update every 5 weeks, and Padam Driver fortnightly. Most recently, MapPath was updated on September 10, 2026 and Padam Driver on September 13, 2026.

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