# White Cane vs AccessMap

The clearest difference is rating: AccessMap at 5.0 against White Cane's 4.4. AccessMap also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). White Cane's advantage is ratings volume (51 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. White Cane sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. AccessMap asks for nothing beyond the download.

AccessMap holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: White Cane has 51 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | White Cane | AccessMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/white-cane-obstacle-detector/id6461118479/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accessmap-accessible-routes/id6780052347/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 73 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [绪海 罗](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572453992) | [Yasmeen Dowell](https://appshunter.io/developer/6780052349) |

## What reviewers say

### White Cane

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/white-cane-obstacle-detector/id6461118479)

This app uses your device's advanced sensors to detect nearby obstacles and provide real-time auditory and vibrational feedback. It helps visually impaired users navigate their surroundings safely by announcing distances with high precision.

**Highlights:** Real-time obstacle detection, Auditory and vibrational feedback, Distance announcements, Customizable alert tones, Adjustable detection field of view, High precision distance measuring

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $99.99 | one-time |


### AccessMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accessmap-accessible-routes/id6780052347)

Navigate your city with confidence using step-free, accessible routes. This app provides personalized directions, avoiding stairs and obstacles, and includes community-sourced information on real-world accessibility. It's designed for wheelchair users, those with mobility aids, and anyone seeking easier travel.

**Highlights:** Step-free, accessible routing, Avoids stairs and steep hills, Construction-aware directions, Community reviews of accessibility, Personalized mobility profiles, Offline map functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is White Cane free?

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

### Is AccessMap free?

AccessMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, White Cane or AccessMap?

AccessMap is rated higher. White Cane averages 4.4 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while AccessMap averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do White Cane or AccessMap have ads?

Neither White Cane nor AccessMap shows ads.

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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.*