# Google Maps vs Speed Cameras Radar

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Google Maps at 7.4M against Speed Cameras Radar's 1.4K. Google Maps also leads on chart position (#1 vs unranked) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Maps sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month and Speed Cameras Radar sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.7 for Google Maps against 4.6 for Speed Cameras Radar. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 1.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 49% of Speed Cameras Radar's.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, Speed Cameras Radar every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | Speed Cameras Radar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-cameras-radar/id1068298078/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 1.4K |
| Positive reviews | 43.4% of reviews | **48.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 466 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Bigdream Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1235931555) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #15 Top Free (US App Store)

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS navigation, Live traffic data, Public transport updates, Business and place discovery, Street View and Immersive View, Offline maps, User reviews and photos

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| Google AI Pro (2 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 10 TB | $49.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| 20 TB | $99.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| Google AI Ultra (30 TB) | $249.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 Helpful for travel and exploration
- 💡 Useful for delivery drivers
- 👍 Reliable traffic information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable directions
- 🔄 Constant rerouting without user consent
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated maps
- 🚧 Dangerous routing suggestions
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save/access favorite locations
- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Incorrect address/location detection
- Voice navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Option to avoid tolls or specify vehicle type
- Ability to manually edit/update maps
- Better integration with public transit
- Improved offline functionality
- More customization options for routes


### Speed Cameras Radar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-cameras-radar/id1068298078)

This app detects speed cameras, police traps, and traffic light cameras. It provides real-time notifications and traffic updates from other users, even while navigating. Features include a map view, route display, and a background widget.

**Highlights:** Speed camera detection, Real-time traffic alerts, Route display with camera locations, Background widget functionality, Speed limit warnings, User-reported camera updates, Multi-country coverage

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version 12 months | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium version | $11.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium version 6 months | $11.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Version | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium version without ads | $17.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Apple Watch App | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bluetooth auto-start | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Speed Cameras History | $3.99 | one-time |
| CarPlay App | $3.99 | one-time |
| Complete Premium Package | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Bluetooth Autostart working again
- 👍 Accurate data
- 👍 Lifesaver
- 👍 Great app - Saves cost
- 👍 Perfect for ride share drivers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bluetooth Autostart not functioning as expected
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🔊 Low speaker sound
- 🔍 Not detecting all cameras
- 📺 Excessive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth Autostart not working consistently
- Incorrect speed camera information
- GPS not working
- App crashing or not functioning

**Requested features**

- Option to manually update camera locations
- Waze-like live traffic and police reporting
- Separate volume control for alerts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is Speed Cameras Radar free?

Speed Cameras Radar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Maps or Speed Cameras Radar?

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while Speed Cameras Radar averages 4.6 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Google Maps or Speed Cameras Radar have ads?

Both Google Maps and Speed Cameras Radar show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Maps or Speed Cameras Radar?

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and Speed Cameras Radar every 2 weeks. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on September 26, 2026 and Speed Cameras Radar on September 25, 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.*