Get Lost! (respectfully) vs RouteLogs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Get Lost! (respectfully)
This app offers a unique way to explore cities on foot, guiding you with a simple compass and distance. It encourages spontaneous wandering and discovering hidden spots without rigid GPS routes. Enjoy the freedom to create your own paths and navigate with an Apple Watch.
- Compass-based guidance
- Straight-line distance display
- Freedom to wander
- Address search
- Apple Watch support
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Get Lost! β Your urban compass! Tired of rigid GPS routes? With "Get Lost!", explore freely on foot and embrace the joy of wandering. 1) Search any address: Quickly find your destination with an intuitive search field. 2) Follow the compass: Minimalist guidance showing only direction and straight-line distance. 3) Complete freedom: Stroll through streets, create your own paths, and uncover hidden gems. 4) Apple Watch support: More freedom, without even needing to pull out your phone. Perfect for urban adventurers and walking enthusiasts, Get Lost! lets you rediscover the world at your own pace. Note: The compass in "Get Lost!" uses your device's built-in sensor, which may occasionally be influenced by nearby magnetic objects or environmental factors. While the app provides a great navigation experience, we recommend you remain mindful of any slight inaccuracies when following the compass.
RouteLogs
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RouteLog - Privacy-First GPS Route Tracker Track your outdoor adventures, road trips, or daily commutes with complete privacy. RouteLog stores all your routes locally on your device - no cloud storage, no account required. KEY FEATURES: OFFLINE ROUTE TRACKING β’ Real-time GPS tracking with customizable intervals β’ Visual path display on native maps β’ Pause and resume tracking anytime β’ Background tracking support WAYPOINTS AND MARKERS β’ Add custom waypoints during your trip β’ Name and describe important locations β’ Visual markers on your route DETAILED STATISTICS β’ Total distance tracked β’ Moving time and total duration β’ Average and maximum speed β’ Pause time tracking DARK MODE β’ Beautiful interface adapts to your system theme β’ Easy on the eyes day or night DATA MANAGEMENT β’ Export routes as GPX files β’ Share your adventures β’ Track storage usage per trip β’ Delete trips anytime PRIVACY FIRST β’ 100% offline - no internet required β’ All data stored locally on your device β’ No accounts, no tracking, no cloud storage β’ You control your data completely RETURN NAVIGATION β’ Navigate back to your starting point β’ Directional arrows guide you home β’ View distance to destination CUSTOMIZABLE β’ Choose between kilometers or miles β’ Adjust GPS tracking frequency β’ Light and dark themes Perfect for: β’ Hiking and outdoor adventures β’ Cycling routes β’ Road trips β’ Running and walking β’ Daily commute tracking β’ Off-grid navigation RouteLog respects your privacy. No account creation, no data collection, and no internet connection required. Your adventures stay yours. Download RouteLog today and start tracking your journeys!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Get Lost! (respectfully) at fortnightly against RouteLogs's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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.
Get Lost! (respectfully) ships an update fortnightly, RouteLogs every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Get Lost! (respectfully) | RouteLogs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly β better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.4 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Benoit Caron | Sid Ahmed OULD AHMED SEVIR |
In-app purchases
Get Lost! (respectfully)
No in-app purchases
RouteLogs
No in-app purchases
Questions
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