HarfHike vs Trail Tracking
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HarfHike
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HarfHike is all you need to prepare, perform and browse your hiking and cycling trips: - Plan your route interactively in the App or by importing a gps-route - Netherlands: wandel- en fietsknooppunten - Search specific locations, for example during a city-trip - Share your location with friends during an event like the 4Daagse - Store the map of a route offline - View your location, the route and your track so far on the map - Get notified in case you deviate form the route - Store your trips in Apple Health, and as gps-file - Browse through all your trips, also from other Apps using Apple Health Privacy-friendly: You do not need an account and your data is only stored in your own account (local, iCloud & Apple Health) When you share your location with friends, this data is sent end-to-end encrypted Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy policy: https://www.harfhike.com/policy.html
Trail Tracking
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For runners - Live performance tracking: view your progress on the elevation profile, monitor distance covered, total ascent/descent, and time estimates. - Automatic background GPS tracking even when your phone is locked or app is minimized. - Offline-friendly: data syncs automatically when connection is restored. - Battery-optimized location tracking, built for demanding conditions. For support crews - Live runner tracking on the map with real-time updates. - Estimate arrival times at aid stations. - Interactive GPX route display, including elevation profile and custom markers for better planning. Key features - GPX route display with colored segments based on incline or descent. - Responsive elevation profile for distance and altitude analysis. - Real-time runner position display with dynamic icons. - Custom markers: add/edit key points like aid stations or alerts. - Built for field use: intuitive, data-light, and reliable in poor network conditions. Trail-ready design - TrailTracker is built to be lightweight, fast, and low-bandwidth, making it ideal for use in the mountains or remote areas with weak connectivity. Web & mobile support - Available as both a native mobile app (iOS) and a web app, TrailTracker makes it easy for teams to follow the action, no matter their device. Privacy-focused - No commercial tracking. - Location data is only used for live tracking with user consent. - Fully encrypted communication via HTTPS and WSS (secure WebSocket). Who is TrailTracker for? - Trail runners (recreational to ultra-endurance) - Support crews and pacers - Running clubs organizing shared events - Race organizers needing a light live tracking solution TrailTracker is more than just a map — it’s your go-to tool for navigating, tracking, and succeeding in your trail running adventures.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Trail Tracking at none against HarfHike's 2. Trail Tracking also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. HarfHike sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Trail Tracking asks for nothing beyond the download.
HarfHike ships an update every 5 weeks, Trail Tracking every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HarfHike | Trail Tracking |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | R&D Advance BV | ADVENCY |
In-app purchases
HarfHike
- Monthly subscription$0.991 Month
- Yearly subscription14 Days trial$5.991 Year
Trail Tracking
No in-app purchases









