The Black Map vs PointMe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Black Map
Discover and review pubs, focusing on finding the best Guinness. Share detailed reviews, photos, and ratings to help others find their perfect pint. Includes social features for a connected pub exploration experience.
- Rate and review pubs
- Explore recommended pubs
- Find the best Guinness
- Share detailed reviews and photos
- Social features
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Rate and review your favorite pints, explore recommended pubs, and find the best pint of Guinness near you. The Black Map allows you to share detailed reviews, photos, and ratings, ensuring every pour is just right. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or new to the stout scene, The Black Map is your ultimate companion for finding and enjoying the finest pints of Guinness. Now with social features! Terms & Conditions: https://www.theblackmap.co/tcs Privacy Policy: https://www.theblackmap.co/privacy
PointMe
This app eliminates decision fatigue for nights out by acting as a compass. Simply select a category like bar or cafe, tap the compass, and follow the arrow to the nearest destination. It also features a random mode to discover nearby points of interest.
- Real-time compass navigation
- Category selection (Bar, Restaurant, Cafe, Liquor Store)
- Random destination discovery
- Minimalist, clutter-free interface
- Privacy-focused, no tracking
- Group decision-making tie-breaker
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Stop scrolling. Start walking. Ever spent 20 minutes standing on a street corner debating where to go? “Is that bar too crowded?” “I think that cafe is closed...” “I don’t care, you pick!” Indecision is the enemy of a good night out. PointMe kills the debate by turning your phone into a compass that points you directly to the nearest destination. Just tap the compass, follow the arrow, and get there first. How It Works • Open PointMe: No accounts, no clutter • Choose Your Vibe: Select Bar, Restaurant, Cafe, or Liquor Store. • Tap the Compass: PointMe instantly locks onto the closest spot in that category. • Follow the Arrow: The real-time compass points the way. Walk until you arrive. The "Random" Mode Not sure what you’re looking for? Switch to the Random Category mode. PointMe will pick the closest point of interest—whether it’s a museum, a local landmark, or a hidden attraction—and point you there. It’s the easiest way to discover what’s right around the corner. Why PointMe? Pure Utility: A minimalist GPS tool built for one thing: getting you there. Zero Friction: No feeds, no ads, no decision fatigue. Privacy First: We don’t track you. Your location is used only to find your destination and never leaves your device. The Tie-Breaker: The final word for groups who can't decide where to go. Side Effects May Include • Getting to the bar while your friends are still looking at their phones. • Discovering a "hidden gem" simply because it was the closest one. • Actually enjoying your night instead of planning it. Stop debating. Start walking. Download PointMe and let the compass lead the way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: PointMe at 100% against The Black Map's 45%. PointMe also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and ads (none vs shown). The Black Map's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks) and ratings volume (23 vs 7). 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. The Black Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PointMe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
PointMe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of The Black Map's written reviews are positive against 100% of PointMe's.
The Black Map ships an update every 2 weeks, PointMe every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Black Map | PointMe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (23 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 23 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 126 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | The Black Map LTD | Olivier Pham |
Customer experience
The Black Map
PointMe
In-app purchases
The Black Map
- Deluxe7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Deluxe14 Days trial$14.991 Year
PointMe
- PointMe - Full Access$1.99
