MyHikes vs Explore Perry
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyHikes
Discover and track hiking trails with advanced 3D mapping and offline navigation. Explore over 3,100 curated trails, record your adventures with precision GPS, and contribute to a community of hikers. Download map regions for reliable navigation in the wilderness.
- Discover 3,100+ curated trails
- Offline map downloads
- Precision GPS tracking
- 3D topography maps
- Trip reports and reviews
- GPX file import
- Weekly streaks for motivation
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Join a community built by hikers, for hikers! Whether you’re uncovering a hidden waterfall in the Northeast, trekking through the lush jungles of Kauai, or hiking below towering peaks in the Alps, MyHikes is your essential companion for the trail. From advanced 3D mapping to offline navigation, we provide the tools you need to explore with confidence and leave a digital footprint of your adventures. EXPLORE WITH CONFIDENCE - Discover 3,100+ curated trails covering over 8,500 miles. - Use high-resolution trail maps, elevation charts, and real-world photos to prep for your next hike. - Trip Reports: Read recent reviews from fellow hikers to check current trail conditions, or log your own stats to track your progress. TRACK YOUR ADVENTURE - Precision Tracking: Use background GPS to record your route, distance, and elevation in real-time. - Clean Data: Built-in editing tools allow you to remove unwanted segments from your track for a perfect map. - Sync to the Cloud: Upload your tracks to your MyHikes.org account to build a lifelong hiking journal or contribute to the public database. GO OFF-GRID (OFFLINE MAPS) - Offline Regions: Download map regions to your device for reliable navigation deep in the wilderness. - GPX Support: Import external GPX files directly into MyHikes to follow any route, anywhere. - 3D Topography: Visualize the terrain like never before with immersive 3D maps that bring elevation profiles to life. BECOME A MYHIKES SUPPORTER Support a solo-developer project and unlock the full power of the platform: - Unlimited Everything: Enjoy unlimited GPS track saves, GPX imports, and offline map downloads. - Download: One-click syncing! Send up to 50 routes or entire "Offline Parks" (including POIs like waterfalls and campsites) directly from MyHikes.org to your phone. - Pro Navigation: Access advanced tools to help you stay on the path and find the best views. PRIVACY FIRST Your location is your business. MyHikes never tracks your data on our servers while you're on the trail. Your GPS information is only sent to us if and when you choose to upload a track to your account. STREAKS & MOTIVATION Keep the momentum going! Earn weekly streaks by hitting the trail and staying active in the great outdoors. SUPPORT & TERMS MyHikes is a labor of love owned and operated by a single developer. By using MyHikes, you agree to hike at your own risk. Please practice Leave No Trace principles and respect local regulations. Learn more about Supporter features: https://myhikes.org/supporter-account
Explore Perry
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Explore Perry is your pocket guide to Perry County, Pennsylvania — the rolling ridges, covered bridges, and river towns tucked along the Juniata and Susquehanna just northwest of Harrisburg. Open the app and you'll find everything organized into a few simple sections. Community Info gathers the local details residents and newcomers look for, including borough and council contacts, elected officials, government offices, fire and EMS, the Perry County Economic Development Authority, the Perry County Chamber of Commerce, senior center and services, assistance programs, clubs and nonprofits, and volunteer opportunities. Eat & Drink points you toward the county's restaurants, cafes, and craft beverage makers. Events lists what's happening around Perry County, from small-town festivals and street fairs to seasonal happenings. Explore highlights the parks, historic sites, trails, and scenic spots worth a detour. Shop Local introduces the independent shops, markets, and makers that give these towns their character. Stay Overnight covers places to bed down for the night, whether you're passing through on the Appalachian Trail or making a weekend of it. A search feature and menu help you find what you're after quickly. Whether you live here, you're visiting for the weekend, or you're just driving through, Explore Perry puts Perry County's businesses, organizations, and attractions in one easy place.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Explore Perry at none against MyHikes's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | MyHikes | Explore Perry |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (66 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 66 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MyHikes LLC | Armstrong Software |
In-app purchases
MyHikes
No in-app purchases
Explore Perry
No in-app purchases
Questions
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