# iLocation vs MoveTrails

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MoveTrails at 100% against iLocation's 36%. MoveTrails also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). iLocation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 4). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MoveTrails sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. iLocation asks for nothing beyond the download.

MoveTrails holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iLocation has 3.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of iLocation's written reviews are positive against 100% of MoveTrails's.

iLocation ships an update monthly, MoveTrails every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iLocation | MoveTrails |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilocation-here/id647695160/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movetrails-gps-and-navigation/id6499133061/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 35.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jeonghwan Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/429842114) | [Janarthanan V](https://appshunter.io/developer/330371834) |

## What reviewers say

### iLocation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilocation-here/id647695160)

Easily search and share your current or a specified location. Get coordinates, addresses, and compass bearings. Save locations, share via URL, and explain your whereabouts without speaking.

**Highlights:** Search and share location, Display current location information, Show coordinates and address, Compass bearing display, Change map format, Save location to Favorites, Share location via URL

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Positive sentiment
- 👍 Good maps
- 🆗 Okay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work
- 🤔 Confusing
- 💰 Paid version required
- 🕹️ Useless
- 🙅‍♀️ Scam

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't recognize location
- Doesn't spoof GPS

**Requested features**

- Rename the app
- Be more transparent


### MoveTrails

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movetrails-gps-and-navigation/id6499133061)

This app provides a comprehensive suite of GPS tools for navigation and location tracking. It offers features like live location sharing, a precise speedometer, compass functionality, and the ability to save favorite places. It's designed to keep you connected and informed while exploring or managing your daily routes.

**Highlights:** Accurate location and address finding, Compass, target compass, and Qibla compass, Real-time speedometer with speed limit alerts, Live location sharing with multiple contacts, 3D street view for location preview, Save and quickly access favorite locations

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads: Monthly Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| No Ads: Quarterly Premium | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| No Ads: Half Yearly Premium | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| No Ads: Yearly Premium | $4.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iLocation free?

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

### Is MoveTrails free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iLocation or MoveTrails?

MoveTrails is rated higher. iLocation averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while MoveTrails averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do iLocation or MoveTrails have ads?

Both iLocation and MoveTrails show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iLocation or MoveTrails?

iLocation ships an update monthly, and MoveTrails every 2 weeks. Most recently, iLocation was updated on November 6, 2026 and MoveTrails on November 5, 2026.

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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.*