# what3words vs Carpool Mongolia

The clearest difference is review sentiment: what3words at 56% against Carpool Mongolia's 0%. what3words also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (44K vs 1). Carpool Mongolia's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. what3words sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.69 per month. Carpool Mongolia asks for nothing beyond the download.

what3words holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: what3words has 44K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of what3words's written reviews are positive against 0% of Carpool Mongolia's.

what3words ships an update weekly, Carpool Mongolia every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | what3words | Carpool Mongolia |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/what3words-navigation-and-maps/id657878530/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/carpool-mongolia/id6443666052/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **56.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 315 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [what3words Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/657878533) | [Carpool Mongolia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702471205) |

## What reviewers say

### what3words

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/what3words-navigation-and-maps/id657878530)

**Currently charting:** #117 Top Free · Navigation, #128 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app assigns a unique three-word address to every 10-foot square on Earth. Easily find, share, and navigate to precise locations worldwide using simple word combinations. It's ideal for pinpointing exact meeting spots, deliveries, or even emergency services.

**Highlights:** Navigate using three-word addresses, Share precise locations, Find current address offline, Compatible with navigation apps, Save and categorize favorite locations, Offline navigation with compass mode, Supports over 60 languages

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| what3words Pro | $4.69 | per month |
| what3words Pro | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate location tracking
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚑 Potentially life-saving in emergencies
- 🗺️ Precise location sharing
- 🤝 Helpful for meeting up with friends/family

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent location accuracy
- 🤔 Confusing/not well-explained
- 📱 Requires data/cellular connectivity
- 🗺️ Outdated map data
- 🔍 Difficult to find/search saved locations

**Reported bugs**

- Location changes unexpectedly
- App crashes on launch
- Unable to select country/language

**Requested features**

- Add ability to sort/organize saved locations
- Integrate with contacts/address book
- Provide voice output for location names
- Offer offline map downloads
- Develop a version for seniors/accessibility


### Carpool Mongolia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/carpool-mongolia/id6443666052)

This app connects drivers and passengers traveling in the same direction for shared rides, reducing costs and traffic congestion. Drivers can earn extra income, while passengers save money on travel. It offers a convenient way to commute and contribute to a less congested city.

**Highlights:** Shared rides for drivers and passengers, Reduced travel costs, Income generation for drivers, Traffic congestion reduction, Convenient commuting, Dual driver/passenger roles

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is what3words free?

what3words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Carpool Mongolia free?

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

### Which has better reviews, what3words or Carpool Mongolia?

what3words is rated higher. what3words averages 4.8 out of 5 from 44K ratings, while Carpool Mongolia averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do what3words or Carpool Mongolia have ads?

what3words shows ads; Carpool Mongolia does not.

### Which is updated more often, what3words or Carpool Mongolia?

what3words ships an update weekly, and Carpool Mongolia every 8 days. Most recently, what3words was updated on October 18, 2026 and Carpool Mongolia on October 2, 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.*