Comparison

Swiss DroneMap vs Orca Tracking

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

Head to head
About

Swiss DroneMap

This app provides essential aviation data for drone pilots in Switzerland, displaying no-fly zones and flight restrictions. It also helps manage important drone pilot documents like certificates and insurance.

Highlights
  • Interactive drone flight map
  • National and cantonal restrictions
  • Daily updated aviation data
  • Hourly DABS data updates
  • Document management for pilot certificates and insurance
  • Identification of no-fly zones and limited areas
Features
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Swiss Drone Map is an interactive drone map for planning drone flights in Switzerland. Check drone zones, airspace restrictions, airports, protected areas, aviation obstacles, NOTAM and DABS information directly on the map. The app helps recreational and professional drone pilots assess a planned flight location and collect important information before take-off. You can also store and manage personal documents required for private or commercial drone operations. SWISS DRONE MAP The drone map of Switzerland includes: • national and cantonal drone airspace restrictions • airports, heliports and control zones (CTR) • hospital helipads • military areas • prisons and critical infrastructure • nuclear power plants • nature reserves and wildlife protection areas • energy and gas infrastructure • aviation obstacles such as buildings, masts and power lines • nearby parking locations • seven different base map styles NOTAM, DABS AND LIVE AIR TRAFFIC Swiss Drone Map provides access to current NOTAM and DABS information for today and tomorrow. Publicly available position data for aircraft and helicopters can also be displayed on the map. Live traffic data is provided for information only. It may be incomplete or delayed and must not be used for navigation, separation, collision avoidance or other operational decisions. EASY-FLY ZONES The Easy-Fly view visualises distances of 30 and 150 metres from settlements, forests, railway lines and power lines. It provides a quick first assessment of a planned drone flight area but does not replace a legal review or an on-site risk assessment. DOCUMENTS FOR DRONE PILOTS Store important documents directly in the app: • remote pilot certificate from UAS.gate or EASA • UAS operator registration number for private or commercial use • proof of insurance • additional personal flight and operating documents CHECK AIRSPACE AND NO-FLY ZONES Before every drone flight, check whether restrictions, authorisation requirements or temporary no-fly zones apply at the planned location. The Swiss drone map helps you identify possible conflicts with aircraft, helicopters, protected areas and critical infrastructure. Ignoring applicable drone regulations may result in fines or other legal consequences. Always verify the latest information provided by the responsible authorities and assess the actual conditions at the flight location. UPDATES AND DATA SOURCES Flight-related map data is updated regularly, usually every day. Links to NOTAM and DABS information are refreshed regularly. The map is based on publicly available official and open data sources: • Swiss Federal Geoportal / swisstopo – map.geo.admin.ch • Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation, FOCA – bazl.admin.ch • DABS and NOTAM information – skybriefing.com • live air traffic data – OpenSky Network External content opens directly on the website of the original provider. Government data is not presented as an independent official publication by this app. DISCLAIMER Swiss Drone Map is an independent application. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or representative of any government authority or public organisation. All information is provided solely to support drone flight planning. Information may be incomplete, delayed or inaccurate. The app does not issue flight authorisations and does not confirm that a drone flight is legally permitted at a specific location. Before every flight, consult the responsible authorities for current regulations, permits and restrictions. Also consider local rules, temporary restrictions, property rights, privacy, nature protection and the actual situation at the flight location. Fly responsibly and discover Switzerland from above.

About

Orca Tracking

Features
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This app allows users to monitor and control their vehicles in real time. It connects to data from speed governors to display live vehicle location, current speed, and any driving violations. Users can remotely start or stop the vehicle and set up geofencing to get alerts when a vehicle enters or leaves a specific area. It’s a smart, reliable way to stay informed and in control of your vehicles anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

Swiss DroneMap4 screens
Orca Tracking4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Orca Tracking at Free against Swiss DroneMap's $7.99. Swiss DroneMap's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Orca Tracking is free to download; Swiss DroneMap costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Swiss DroneMap ships an update every 2 weeks, Orca Tracking every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Swiss DroneMap versus Orca Tracking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwiss DroneMapOrca Tracking
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin KochHartnell Ndungi

In-app purchases

None

Swiss DroneMap

No in-app purchases

None

Orca Tracking

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Swiss DroneMap free?
Swiss DroneMap costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Orca Tracking free?
Orca Tracking is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Swiss DroneMap or Orca Tracking have ads?
Neither Swiss DroneMap nor Orca Tracking shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Swiss DroneMap or Orca Tracking?
Swiss DroneMap ships an update every 2 weeks, and Orca Tracking every 2 months. Most recently, Swiss DroneMap was updated on October 27, 2026 and Orca Tracking on October 24, 2026.

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