Comparison

Go Namibia vs PathRoam

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

Head to head
About

Go Namibia

Features
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Go Namibia – Your Journey Begins Here This isn’t just another travel app. Go Namibia is your companion on a journey of discovery, adventure, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you're tracing the golden dunes of Sossusvlei at sunrise, meeting the vibrant cultures of the Himba and Herero, or chasing the wild heartbeats of Etosha’s wildlife, this app goes beyond directions — it inspires your next step. With Go Namibia, you’re not just finding places. You’re following stories. Every route, every stop, and every hidden gem is part of a larger experience – your journey through Namibia. Let your curiosity lead. Let your spirit wander. Let Go Namibia be your guide to the extraordinary.

About

PathRoam

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PathRoam is your all-in-one road trip planner built for Southern Africa. Plan adventures across 11 countries, from South Africa to Tanzania. PLAN YOUR ROUTE Create trips with 3 planning modes — Route First, Destinations, or Day by Day. Search and add stops with autocomplete across Southern Africa. Reorder stops, view your route on the map, and choose between waypoints, overnight stays, attractions, and fuel stations. FIND ACCOMMODATION Search thousands of lodges, campsites, and guesthouses near your stops. Browse curated and community-contributed spots with amenities, pricing, and contact details. Track check-in/check-out dates and nights booked. EXPLORE ACTIVITIES Discover nearby attractions — nature reserves, historical sites, adventure activities, family entertainment, and scenic landmarks. Add activities with dates and estimated costs. TRACK COSTS Set daily budgets and track accommodation, activity, and shopping costs. View cost breakdowns with daily rate calculations. Multi-currency support including ZAR, USD, EUR, GBP, BWP, NAD, and ZWL. COLLABORATE Invite travel companions by email as editors or viewers. Assign packing and shopping items to trip members. Assign cooks for meal planning. Share trips publicly with the PathRoam community. PLAN MEALS Organise breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks by day. Add ingredients with quantities and assign cooks from your trip group. Ingredients sync to your shopping list automatically. PACK & SHOP Create categorised packing checklists — clothes, toiletries, electronics, camping gear, and more. Shopping lists with quantities and cost tracking. Check items off as you go. SUBMIT & DISCOVER Submit new spots to help the community — lodges, campsites, fuel stations, and attractions. Suggest edits to existing listings. Browse public trips shared by other travellers. WORKS OFFLINE Trip data is cached for viewing without internet — perfect for remote Southern African roads where signal is spotty. Quick sign-in with fingerprint or Face ID. PathRoam covers 3,800+ fuel stations, 9,000+ attractions, and 11,800+ accommodation options across Southern Africa. Create your account and start planning your next adventure today.

Screenshots

Go Namibia4 screens
PathRoam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PathRoam at none against Go Namibia's shown. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Go Namibia versus PathRoam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGo NamibiaPathRoam
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB53 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTo-Do Z LimitedJacobus Kamffer

In-app purchases

None

Go Namibia

No in-app purchases

None

PathRoam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Go Namibia free?
Go Namibia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PathRoam free?
PathRoam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Go Namibia or PathRoam have ads?
Go Namibia shows ads; PathRoam does not.

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