Comparison

Offroadr vs Roam Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Offroadr

Plan, record, and share off-road adventures. Discover new trails, organize group rides, and relive your journeys with 3D recap videos. Connect with a community of fellow riders for an enhanced off-road experience.

Highlights
  • Plan rides and set routes
  • Record trails with GPS
  • Share routes instantly
  • 3D trail recap videos
  • Create and join groups
  • Discover off-road trails
  • Off-road specific maps
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Offroadr is your go-to tool for planning rides, recording trails with GPS, and staying connected to the off-road community. Whether you’re running 4x4 routes, exploring overland trips, or riding UTV and dirt bike trails, Offroadr keeps everything you need in one place. Built for riders who want simple planning, reliable tracking, and a real community, Offroadr makes it easy to find routes, organize meetups, share rides with your crew, and revisit every trail you’ve ever run. Plan your next trip, record the entire ride, and keep your crew close before, during, and after every outing. Key Features Plan Your Rides Create ride plans for anything from quick weekend runs to multi-day overland trips. Add locations, set your route, keep track of start times, and share key info like GPS routes and meeting points. Offroadr keeps everything organized so your rides run smoother. Record Every Trail Track your ride with built-in off-road GPS. Save your route, distance, elevation, and ride time. Mark waypoints, favorite trails, and highlight spots you want to revisit. Perfect for 4x4 routes, UTV runs, dirt bike trails, scenic drives, and overland paths. Share Routes Instantly Send your recorded routes to your crew with one tap. Whether it’s a new trail discovery or a favorite local loop, Offroadr makes it simple to share GPX-style info and keep everyone on the same page. 3D Trail Recap Videos Bring your rides to life. Offroadr automatically turns your recorded routes into 3D recap videos that show your entire path from start to finish. Relive big days out or share the highlights from your last run in a clean, simple visual. Groups & Meetups Start a group or join an existing one. Stay connected with riders in your area, organize trail runs, coordinate 4x4 events, and keep your crew updated between rides. Groups give you a place to trade tips, post updates, and stay plugged into the community. Discover Trails Search and explore thousands of off-road routes including 4x4 trails, overlanding paths, UTV-friendly terrain, and scenic off-grid tracks. Filter by location, difficulty, length, or vehicle type to find the route that fits your style. With user-shared trails and community input, you’re always a step closer to your next ride. Maps Built for Off-Roading Access Satellite, Mixed, and 3D map layers to get a clearer view of the terrain. Perfect for scouting trails, planning tough sections, or navigating remote routes with more confidence. Stay in the Loop Browse off-road news, read gear reviews, check event listings, and follow updates from the community. Offroadr keeps you informed about upcoming rides, meetups, and everything happening in the off-road world. Why Riders Choose Offroadr Offroadr brings together planning, tracking, and sharing in a way that’s simple, clean, and built for real riders. No noise. No clutter. Just the tools you need to find routes, organize rides, connect with your crew, and get the most out of every weekend. Your rig, your ride log, your crew, all in one place. Download Offroadr and get ready for your next ride. Terms of Use: https://www.offroadrapp.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy policy:https://www.offroadrapp.com/privacy-policy

About

Roam Explorer

Record, share, and discover off-road adventures with precise GPS tracking. Explore new trails, connect with a community of enthusiasts, and document your journeys with photos and notes. Enjoy unlimited storage and offline navigation for all your expeditions.

Highlights
  • GPS track recording
  • Detailed ride metrics
  • Photo and video uploads
  • Offline region downloads
  • Trail discovery heatmap
  • Community connection
  • Unlimited track storage
Features
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Discover, track, and share your off-road adventures with Roam – the ultimate companion for 4x4, dirt bike, ATV, and snowmobile enthusiasts. Whether you're tackling rugged mountain trails or exploring remote backcountry, Roam helps you record your journey, connect with fellow adventurers, and discover new paths less traveled. Track your off-road expeditions with precise GPS mapping, view detailed metrics about your rides, and build a community around your passion for outdoor exploration. With unlimited storage for your tracks and the ability to download regions for offline use, Roam keeps you connected even when you're miles from civilization. Key Features: * Record detailed tracks of your off-road adventures with GPS precision * View comprehensive ride metrics including elevation, speed, distance, and duration * Upload photos, videos, and notes to document your experiences * Download unlimited regions for offline navigation * Discover new trails and popular routes through our interactive heatmap * Connect with a community of like-minded off-road enthusiasts * Follow friends and favorite riders to see their latest adventures * Contribute to map improvements with your own edits and trail notes * Unlimited storage for all your tracked rides – never lose an adventure * 100% FREE to use – no subscription required Roam is built by off-road enthusiasts for off-road enthusiasts. Join our growing community today and transform the way you explore the great outdoors!

Screenshots

Offroadr4 screens
Roam Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Roam Explorer at none against Offroadr's 2. Roam Explorer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 92%). Offroadr's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Offroadr sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Roam Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Roam Explorer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Offroadr has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Offroadr's written reviews are positive against 100% of Roam Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Offroadr ships an update every 3 weeks, Roam Explorer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Offroadr versus Roam Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOffroadrRoam Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (25 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB64 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperOffroadr LLCRoam Technologies

Customer experience

Offroadr

All ratings25 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive92.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.0%

Roam Explorer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Offroadr

Subscriptions2
  • Offroadr monthly plus7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Offroadr annual plus7 Days trial$89.991 Year
None

Roam Explorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Offroadr free?
Offroadr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Roam Explorer free?
Roam Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Offroadr or Roam Explorer?
Roam Explorer is rated higher. Offroadr averages 4.7 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Roam Explorer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Offroadr or Roam Explorer have ads?
Neither Offroadr nor Roam Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Offroadr or Roam Explorer?
Offroadr ships an update every 3 weeks, and Roam Explorer fortnightly. Most recently, Offroadr was updated on October 2, 2026 and Roam Explorer on October 4, 2026.

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