Comparison

ADV Rider vs Trail Navigator

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

Head to head
About

ADV Rider

This motorcycle navigation app offers offline maps, GPX file import, and automatic ride recording. It provides a trip dashboard with key metrics and a fuel-range gauge for adventure riders.

Highlights
  • Offline map downloads
  • GPX file import
  • Automatic ride recording
  • Trip dashboard with metrics
  • Fuel-range gauge
  • Customizable theme color
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Discover the ultimate adventure with a sleek, Scandinavian-designed motorcycle navigation app! FEATURES • GPX IMPORT — Import GPX files in seconds. Rename, color-code, hide, sort, and preview routes with their sections and POIs. • ROUTE BREAKDOWN — See distances and number of curves for every section of the route, complete with section numbers. • HANDY MARKERS — Distance markers every 25 km make measuring a breeze. • OFFROAD NAVIGATION — Navigate where roads end. Rally-inspired hints show you what's coming, the next curve and how sharp it is. • SIMPLE NAVIGATION — No complicated turn-by-turn, just follow the red line and go. • FUEL GAUGE — A handy fuel-range gauge built for bikes that don't have one, so you never get caught out. • SEARCH & SAVE — Find gas stations, campsites, hotels, or anything else nearby, then drop a pin or save any POI for later. • STREET VIEW — Preview the road before you ride it, so you know exactly what's ahead. • TRIP DASHBOARD — Keep tabs on your speed, distance, ride time, and more, all in one glance-friendly view. • AUTO ZOOM — The map auto-zooms and tilts to match your speed, so you always see just enough. • PERSONAL TOUCH — Pick your own theme color to make the app feel like yours. • UNIVERSAL FIT — Metric or imperial, iPhone or iPad, portrait or landscape — it just works. Gear up and have a blast exploring the world with ADV Rider! Privacy Policy: https://advrider.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://advrider.app/terms

About

Trail Navigator

Navigate off-road adventures with turn-by-turn directions and intelligent re-routing. Download routes for offline use and discover points of interest along your journey. Coordinate with friends and receive voice guidance for a seamless trail riding experience.

Highlights
  • Turn-by-turn navigation
  • GPX track import
  • Offline route support
  • Intelligent re-routing
  • Ride group coordination
  • Points of Interest discovery
  • CarPlay support
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For all ADV motorcycle riders, dual-sport enthusiasts, and weekend warriors!  Whether you’re tackling the TET (Trans Euro Trail), TAT (Trans America Trail), ACT (Adventure Country Tracks), or exploring local trails, this app is for you. A professionally designed, easy-to-use navigation app with turn-by-turn navigation, built specifically for adventure trail navigation. Key Features: • Purpose-built for adventure trail riders. • Easily add GPX tracks to the map. • Follow your routes with turn-by-turn navigation. • Intelligent re-routing that helps get back on the trail. • Auto-follow trails — the app automatically detects the trail you’re riding and starts active guidance with turn-by-turn navigation. • Offline routes — Heading somewhere with limited or no cell coverage? Download your routes before you leave and keep navigating even when coverage disappears. • Ride Groups — Invite friends, see each other on the map, and send alerts for breaks or assistance. • Voice turn-by-turn instructions. • Discover gas stations, camping spots, shelters, restaurants, and other POIs along your route. • Easily find the nearest café, supermarket, gas station, or any other location with the built-in search functionality. • Get directions to any destination on the map. • See your current speed and speed limit in navigation mode. • Switch between three different maps: Outdoors, Satellite, and Dark. • CarPlay support. • Bluetooth remote control support. A subscription is required to use the app and grants access to all features at once—no additional in-app purchases necessary. Please note: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Trans Euro Trail, Trans America Trail, or Adventure Country Tracks organizations. See you on the trails! Terms & condition: https://www.trailnavigator.app/terms_and_conditions.html Privacy policy: https://www.trailnavigator.app/privacy_policy.html

Screenshots

ADV Rider4 screens
Trail Navigator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ADV Rider at 100% against Trail Navigator's 0%. ADV Rider also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ADV Rider sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Trail Navigator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ADV Rider ships an update every 8 days, Trail Navigator every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ADV Rider versus Trail Navigator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterADV RiderTrail Navigator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB190 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCharmington IT ABbeautySoft

Customer experience

ADV Rider

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Trail Navigator

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ADV Rider

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly subscription$0.991 Month
1 purchases

Trail Navigator

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly subscription2 Months trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is ADV Rider free?
ADV Rider is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trail Navigator free?
Trail Navigator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ADV Rider or Trail Navigator have ads?
Neither ADV Rider nor Trail Navigator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ADV Rider or Trail Navigator?
ADV Rider ships an update every 8 days, and Trail Navigator every 10 days. Most recently, ADV Rider was updated on October 27, 2026 and Trail Navigator on October 27, 2026.

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