Comparison

DashCam vs DashMap

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

Head to head
About

DashCam

Record your car trips with GPS tracking and video capture, including speedometer and map overlays. Audio is recorded live, and videos can be exported or replayed. The lite version displays banners that can be removed with an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • GPS tracking with video capture
  • Speedometer and map overlay
  • Live audio recording
  • Video export and playback
  • Automatic top speed adaptation
  • Configurable speed units and parameters
  • Car detection via OpenCV
Features
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GPS tracking with Video Capture, useful to record your car trips. Video contains speedometer and map, complete with audio recorded live from microphone, and can be exported to photo library and/or reproduced inside the app; Lite version displays banners; you can remove them via in app purchase. features: - top speed adapts automatically - speed units and many other parameters can be changed - shows horizont line and cars detected via opencv For ships: - you can configure app to connect to NMEA wifi and display OpenSeaMap with harbour data. The car detector is based on this article : http://abhishek4273.wordpress.com/2014/03/16/traincascade-and-car-detection-using-opencv/ thx to Abhishek Kumar Annamraju for his contribute This app uses gps in background when tracking is active (note: in background the video can't be recorded, a fixed frame will be shown in video). Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

DashMap

This app transforms your iPhone into a dual-screen safety system, offering simultaneous 4K dash cam recording and GPS navigation. It provides seamless integration with CarPlay, allowing you to control recording and navigation from your car's display while keeping your phone focused on the road.

Highlights
  • Dual-screen CarPlay integration
  • Simultaneous 4K recording and navigation
  • GPX/TCX route import
  • On-device video storage
  • Professional telemetry overlays
  • Automatic footage management
Features
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DashMap is the iPhone dash cam built for Apple CarPlay. Navigate on your car display while your mounted iPhone records in up to 4K—and keeps every drive video on-device. One App. Zero Clutter. The CarPlay Advantage Experience the Dual-Screen Setup: Mount your iPhone high for a clear 4K view of the road while your car’s built-in display handles the navigation. Seamless Sync: Search destinations and start recording directly from your dashboard. Eyes on the Road: Get turn-by-turn directions on CarPlay while your phone acts as your dedicated safety lens. Built for Explorers & Bikers Don't just follow the highway—follow your path. Route Import: Seamlessly import GPX and TCX files from your favorite planning tools. Custom Navigation: Follow specific backroads or trails while recording every mile of the journey. Pro Telemetry: High-speed GPS, heading, and live speed data are overlaid directly on your video. Privacy & Performance First We believe your data belongs to you. On-Device Storage: Every drive video stays on your iPhone. No cloud video storage or Wi-Fi transfer is required. Instant Access: No fishing for Wi-Fi or clunky companion apps. Tap, watch, and share instantly. Configurable Storage: Choose a 5, 10, 20, 40, or 60 GB video limit. When the limit is reached, DashMap removes the oldest footage first while leaving the active recording untouched. Key Features: Simultaneous 4K Recording & Navigation: Record while you drive without losing your way. CarPlay Support: Access essential navigation and recording actions from CarPlay while your mounted iPhone records the road. Advanced Route Preview: Check for toll roads and traffic before you shift into gear. Professional Overlays: Live GPS, speed, and time data embedded in your footage for insurance or sharing. Dual Camera Support: Switch to the front-facing camera for cabin security. Adaptive Thermal Protection: If your iPhone gets warm, DashMap automatically lowers the recording frame rate and restores your selected rate after the device cools down. Pro Tips for Drivers: Mount it High: Use a magsafe windshield mount behind your rearview mirror for the best 4K perspective. Stay Powered: Keep your phone plugged in for long-distance trips or touring. Magnetic Mounts: Use a MagSafe-compatible mount for the fastest "mount and go" experience. Privacy Policy: https://dashmap.co/privacy Terms of Use: https://dashmap.co/tos

Screenshots

DashCam1 screens
DashMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DashMap at 4.6 against DashCam's 2.6. DashMap also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (25% vs 0%). DashCam's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.5). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. DashCam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DashMap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DashMap holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of DashCam's written reviews are positive against 25% of DashMap's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DashCam ships an update every 5 weeks, DashMap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DashCam versus DashMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashCamDashMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (7 ratings)4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer3B Soft srlsRalf Cheung

Customer experience

DashCam

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral28.6%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative87.5%

DashMap

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DashCam

One-time1
  • No Banners And HD Video$3.99
4 purchases

DashMap

Subscriptions4
  • 1 Week Premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • 1 Month Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 6 Months Premium7 Days trial$29.996 Months
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  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is DashCam free?
DashCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DashMap free?
DashMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DashCam or DashMap?
DashMap is rated higher. DashCam averages 2.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DashMap averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.
Do DashCam or DashMap have ads?
DashCam shows ads; DashMap does not.
Which is updated more often, DashCam or DashMap?
DashCam ships an update every 5 weeks, and DashMap every 2 weeks. Most recently, DashCam was updated on August 21, 2026 and DashMap on September 17, 2026.

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