# Google Maps vs Location Changer GPS Fake Move

The clearest difference is rating: Google Maps at 4.7 against Location Changer GPS Fake Move's 4.0. Google Maps also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 16%) and ratings volume (7.4M vs 635). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Maps sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month and Location Changer GPS Fake Move sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 635, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 16% of Location Changer GPS Fake Move's.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, Location Changer GPS Fake Move every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | Location Changer GPS Fake Move |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [4.0 (635 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/location-changer-gps-fake-move/id1634686921/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 635 |
| Positive reviews | **43.3% of reviews** | 15.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 463 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [CEBINDEKI PAZAR E-TICARET ALISVERIS HIZMETLERI SANAYI VE TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561493837) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #16 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 (21)**

| 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 |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 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


### Location Changer GPS Fake Move

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/location-changer-gps-fake-move/id1634686921)

Easily find, share, and track your location and orientation. Get detailed information like altitude, coordinates, and address. Capture photos with location data embedded.

**Highlights:** Location search and sharing, Current and specified location navigation, Altitude, pressure, and coordinate display, Detailed compass with direction tracking, Speed and address information, Photo sharing with embedded location data, KML and PDF sharing

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Mensual | $17.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Useful app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Worked as expected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't change location as advertised
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 💰 Charges for features that don't work

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work as intended
- Crashes and glitches
- Charges for non-functional features

**Requested features**

- Detailed instructions on how to use the app
- Ability to actually change location


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is Location Changer GPS Fake Move free?

Location Changer GPS Fake Move is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Maps or Location Changer GPS Fake Move?

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while Location Changer GPS Fake Move averages 4.0 from 635 ratings.

### Do Google Maps or Location Changer GPS Fake Move have ads?

Both Google Maps and Location Changer GPS Fake Move show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Maps or Location Changer GPS Fake Move?

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and Location Changer GPS Fake Move every 3 weeks. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on November 1, 2026 and Location Changer GPS Fake Move on October 30, 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.*