ParKids vs Mapikids
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ParKids
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What can we do with the kids today? ParKids answers in seconds, wherever you are. Find playgrounds and real family plans in any city in the world, using OpenStreetMap, Apple Maps and your local weather. BEST PARK RIGHT NOW Not just the closest β the best one for this moment. ParKids considers shade at this hour, heat (and warns you when slides and surfaces may be too hot), whether itβs getting dark and the park is lit, fencing and restrooms, and your kidsβ ages. PLANS FOR RIGHT NOW Ready-made plans with times and real places near you: park and a snack, library, museum, pool, aquarium, zoo, climbing gym, bowling, movies, theater, nature walks and much more. They adapt to rain, heat, weekdays or weekends, and to what your kids are like: calm, high-energy, curious, artsy, animal lovers, with a stroller or needing accessibility. A MAP MADE FOR FAMILIES β’ Parks with photos, Look Around and a quick card β’ See whatβs within a 5, 10 or 15-minute walk β’ Search by play feature: zip line, nest swing, sandbox, water play, accessibleβ¦ β’ Layers: drinking water, restrooms, baby changing, ice cream, outdoor gyms and bike share WHATβS ON NEARBY Dated family events, public holidays, long weekends and school breaks for your country and region. FOR THE KIDS Every park has its own sticker β an animal unlocked when you visit. Monthly challenges, Park Bingo and a family album. MEMORIES βYour month at the parkβ: a story made from the photos you took at each park, created on your iPhone. Your photos never leave the device. ALWAYS AT HAND Widgets, Dynamic Island and Live Activities (on the way to the park and park time), Siri Shortcuts and notifications with after-school and weekend ideas. PREMIUM All βRight nowβ plans, a 60-day events agenda, every map layer, the βBest nowβ map, unlimited Look Around and HD photos. Annual auto-renewing subscription; cancel anytime in Settings. Available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese and Chinese. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Mapikids
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Mapikids - The must-have app for parents! Instantly find the nearest playgrounds among more than 750,000 listed in 41 countries across Europe and North America. Whether you're out for a walk, on holiday, or close to home, Mapikids locates the perfect playground for your kids in a single tap. WHY PARENTS LOVE MAPIKIDS - Instant geolocation of nearby playgrounds - Over 750,000 playgrounds across Europe and North America - 41 countries across Europe and North America - Indoor playgrounds: discover indoor play areas too! - Real photos shared by the community - Full details: equipment, age range, condition - 100% free, no ads - Save your favorite playgrounds to find them again in a tap FILTER AND FIND THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND - Filter by type: public, private, customer-only or indoor - Explore the interactive map - Automatic country detection via GPS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Equipment available: - Slides, swings, climbing frames - Sandpits, zip wires, roundabouts - Water play, trampolines, agility courses - And 30+ other types of equipment! On-site services: - Toilets and water points - Picnic tables - Benches and shaded areas - Accessibility for people with reduced mobility - Fences and safety features Practical information: - Recommended age range - Surface type (sand, grass, synthetic) - Opening hours - General condition and cleanliness - Distance from your location JOIN THE COMMUNITY Mapikids grows thanks to you! Share your discoveries: - Add photos to help other parents - Rate the playgrounds you visit - Complete missing information - Report safety issues - Earn points and unlock badges as you contribute YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS - No account required - Your location stays on your device - No personal data collected - No advertising trackers - GDPR-compliant RELIABLE, UP-TO-DATE DATA Data comes from OpenStreetMap and is enriched daily by our community of parents. Every contribution improves the experience for everyone! PERFECT FOR - Keeping kids entertained on outings - Discovering new playgrounds - Planning family walks - Finding playgrounds suited to your kids' age - Spotting playgrounds with specific equipment Download Mapikids now and turn every outing into an adventure! --- Got feedback or a suggestion? Write to us: hello@mapikids.app
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Verdict
ParKids and Mapikids are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters β price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | ParKids | Mapikids |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 113 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RUBEN GARCIA FIGUEROA | Olivier Morel |
In-app purchases
ParKids
No in-app purchases
Mapikids
No in-app purchases









