Comparison

ArrowToWaypoint vs WindArrow

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

Head to head
About

ArrowToWaypoint

This navigation app provides a simple arrow that always points directly to your chosen destination, eliminating the need for traditional maps. It functions offline and is optimized for outdoor use, allowing you to save and manage multiple waypoints.

Highlights
  • Directional arrow to destination
  • Offline functionality
  • Save and manage waypoints
  • Export waypoint data (CSV/GPX)
  • Optimized for outdoor visibility
  • Navigate back to saved locations
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With ArrowToWaypoint, you no longer need a map: A clear arrow always points straight to your destination. Whether you're standing in the forest, hiking off-trail, or driving through the desert. Or just want to find your parked car. * Works without internet, even when map apps fail. * Shows you the direction and distance to a target point. * Save your current location with a single tap and navigate back to it. * Find a target point on the integrated map. * Readable even in bright sunlight – optimized for outdoor use. * Save, edit, search, and manage any number of waypoints. * Save / open / export your waypoint collection (CSV or GPX) * Originally developed for personal use. * Continuously used, improved, and expanded by the developer.

About

WindArrow

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WindArrow is your wind-aware sailing companion for anywhere on Earth β€” oceans, lakes, rivers, bays, and coastal waters. Plan routes with waypoints, track your movement, and replay your sessions to learn faster. WindArrow uses a database-backed breadcrumb log so long sessions stay reliable and smooth, even on extended trips. Highlights β€’ Global map coverage: oceans, lakes, rivers, bays, and coastal waters β€’ Route planning & waypoints β€’ Database-backed breadcrumb tracking (built for long sessions) β€’ Session replay for learning and improvement β€’ Clean, sailor-first design Make every session count with WindArrow. Designed for fast setup and clear decisions on the water. β€’ Privacy Policy: https://shaded-gibbon-f5b.notion.site/WindArrow-Privacy-Policy-30983ba6cb818007bea6e96827af9db2 β€’ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ArrowToWaypoint3 screens
WindArrow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ArrowToWaypoint at Free against WindArrow's $14.99. ArrowToWaypoint also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.5). On ads 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

ArrowToWaypoint is free to download; WindArrow costs $14.99 up front. WindArrow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ArrowToWaypoint asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
ArrowToWaypoint versus WindArrow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArrowToWaypointWindArrow
PriceFree β€” better$14.99
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS16.6 β€” better18.5
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4neuro.comChun Yong Goo

In-app purchases

None

ArrowToWaypoint

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

WindArrow

Subscriptions2
  • WindArrow Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • WindArrow Premium - Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • WindArrow Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is ArrowToWaypoint free?
ArrowToWaypoint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WindArrow free?
WindArrow costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do ArrowToWaypoint or WindArrow have ads?
Neither ArrowToWaypoint nor WindArrow shows ads.

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