# Back vs My GPS Coordinates °

The clearest difference is rating: My GPS Coordinates ° at 4.6 against Back's 3.6. My GPS Coordinates ° also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 17). Back's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Back sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and My GPS Coordinates ° 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 ° holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My GPS Coordinates ° has 2.1K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 41% and 40% positive.

Back ships an update every 20 months, My GPS Coordinates ° fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back | My GPS Coordinates ° |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-track/id595888131/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates/id1335952038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **41.2% of reviews** | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pilot X](https://appshunter.io/developer/551849165) | [MYSTIC MOBILE APPS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481942662) |

## What reviewers say

### Back

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-track/id595888131)

This navigation tool uses your device's GPS to help you return to saved locations. Mark spots like parking or hotel locations and easily find your way back. Offers customizable display options and power-saving features.

**Highlights:** Save and return to marked locations, Mark current location or enter coordinates, Customizable user interface styles, HUD for location information, Power saving mode, Unlimited preset destinations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### My GPS Coordinates °

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-gps-coordinates/id1335952038)

Easily find your precise GPS coordinates, altitude, and satellite count. Save locations with photos, customize data overlays, and share your whereabouts instantly. Includes a compass, map view of saved spots, and an SOS feature for emergencies.

**Highlights:** High accuracy GPS coordinates, Multiple coordinate formats, Geotagged photo memories, Save and bookmark locations, Compass navigation, SOS emergency feature, Data export/import (GPX, KML)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

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

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for specific use cases (e.g. storm spotting, cemetery navigation)
- 🚀 Accurate GPS coordinates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate GPS readings
- 🔍 Difficult interface and navigation
- 💸 Aggressive ads that disrupt user experience
- 🚫 No ad-free paid version available

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes when switching locations
- Coordinates not properly displayed on Apple Watch
- Inconsistent GPS readings at the same location

**Requested features**

- Add option to copy coordinates to clipboard
- Improve GPS accuracy and consistency
- Provide a paid ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back free?

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

### Is My GPS Coordinates ° free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Back or My GPS Coordinates °?

My GPS Coordinates ° is rated higher. Back averages 3.6 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while My GPS Coordinates ° averages 4.6 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Back or My GPS Coordinates ° have ads?

My GPS Coordinates ° shows ads; Back does not.

### Which is updated more often, Back or My GPS Coordinates °?

Back ships an update every 20 months, and My GPS Coordinates ° fortnightly. Most recently, Back was updated on October 18, 2026 and My GPS Coordinates ° on October 19, 2026.

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