Comparison

what3words vs BASE map

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

Head to head
About

what3words

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
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what3words is an easy way to identify precise locations. Every 10 foot square has been given a unique combination of three words: a what3words address. Now you can find, share and navigate to precise locations using three simple words. Use what3words to: - Find your way anywhere in the world using just three words - Plan exact meet-up locations - Help people find your apartment, business or Airbnb - Always find your way back to your parking space - Save key locations, from incident reporting to delivery entrances - Save your favorite memorable spots – a sunset, a waterfall, proposal location - Guide people to accessible entrances - Help emergency services find you You can find what3words addresses in travel guides, website contact pages, invitations, travel booking confirmations and more – anywhere you would normally find location information. If you’re invited to a friend’s home, ask them to share their what3words address. Popular features: - Find your current what3words address offline - Compatible with navigation apps, including Apple Maps and Google Maps - Save your favourite locations, categorise and share them as lists - AutoSuggest prompts you with intelligent suggestions - Available in over 60 languages - Navigate offline with compass mode - Add a what3words address to a photo If you experience any problems or have any questions, email us at support@what3words.com EULA: https://what3words.com/terms

About

BASE map

Features
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Looking for the ultimate base jumping adventure? Look no further! Introducing the "BASE map" app, your passport to adrenaline-pumping experiences across the globe. Discover Breathtaking Locations: Embark on an epic journey to explore the world's most breathtaking base jumping locations. From towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls to skyscrapers that touch the sky, this app offers an interactive map filled with awe-inspiring spots for your next leap of faith. Detailed Location Information: Get the inside scoop on each base jumping location. Our app provides comprehensive details, including jump height, accessibility, local regulations. You'll have all the information you need to plan your jump with confidence. Track Your Adventures: Keep a digital logbook of your base jumping expeditions. Easily document each jump with photos and notes and relive your most unforgettable moments. Plan Your Next Leap: The built-in planning tools help you organize your next base jumping trip by allowing you to save locations to your profile. Key Features: Explore a worldwide map of base jumping locations. Detailed information on each jump site. Personalized logbook to track your jumps. Experience the rush, conquer the heights, and push your boundaries with the "BASE map" app. Get ready to soar to new heights, one jump at a time. BASE map subscription for Profeatures. BASE map plans: Monthly Annual Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/de841173-69c4-4447-8ea4-68ffd9cff6f2

Screenshots

what3words4 screens
BASE map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BASE map at none against what3words's shown. what3words's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#92 vs unranked). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. what3words sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.69 per month and BASE map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

what3words ships an update weekly, BASE map every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
what3words versus BASE map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterwhat3wordsBASE map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (44K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings44K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#92 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size315 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerwhat3words Ltd.JAKE LEWIS ORTON

Bugs and requests

what3words

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Location changes unexpectedly
  • App crashes on launch
  • Unable to select country/language

Requested features

6 requests
  • 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
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  • Integrate with popular navigation apps

BASE map

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

what3words

Subscriptions2
  • what3words Pro$4.691 Month
  • what3words Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

BASE map

Subscriptions2
  • BASE map monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • BASE map yearly7 Days trial$20.001 Year

Questions

Is what3words free?
what3words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BASE map free?
BASE map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do what3words or BASE map have ads?
what3words shows ads; BASE map does not.
Which is updated more often, what3words or BASE map?
what3words ships an update weekly, and BASE map every 3 weeks. Most recently, what3words was updated on November 3, 2026 and BASE map on October 25, 2026.

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