# PatrolNav GPS vs PatrolAxis Navigation

The clearest difference is update cadence: PatrolAxis Navigation at daily against PatrolNav GPS's every 3 weeks. PatrolAxis Navigation also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). PatrolNav GPS's advantage is ratings volume (44 vs 2) and chart position (#70 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PatrolNav GPS sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.95 per month and PatrolAxis Navigation sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PatrolAxis Navigation holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PatrolNav GPS has 44 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of PatrolNav GPS's written reviews are positive against 100% of PatrolAxis Navigation's.

PatrolNav GPS ships an update every 3 weeks, PatrolAxis Navigation daily. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PatrolNav GPS | PatrolAxis Navigation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patrolnav-gps/id6747322602/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patrolaxis-navigation/id6811529725/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **44** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#70** | — |
| Size | 80 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Young Ventures, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809573597) | [Seven Sipe](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811529727) |

## What reviewers say

### PatrolNav GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patrolnav-gps/id6747322602)

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app offers essential location data and routing for law enforcement officers, functioning even without an internet connection. It provides real-time speed, direction, and squadmate tracking, with CarPlay and Apple Watch support.

**Highlights:** Offline-first GPS functionality, Real-time speed and direction, Live squadmate location tracking, CarPlay and Apple Watch integration, Traffic-unaware emergency routing, Nearest intersection and address display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly - Squad | $8.95 | per month |
| Standard Monthly | $14.49 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $129.00 | per year |


### PatrolAxis Navigation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patrolaxis-navigation/id6811529725)

This navigation platform provides law enforcement with critical location data beyond basic routing. It offers real-time street identification, cross-street proximity, address awareness, and directional information, enhancing situational awareness during patrols and pursuits.

**Highlights:** Live street identification, Nearest cross street display, Block number and address awareness, Direction of travel indicator, Posted speed limit display, CarPlay and Apple Watch support, Squad connectivity and location sharing, Foot pursuit mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PatrolAxis Pro | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PatrolNav GPS free?

PatrolNav GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PatrolAxis Navigation free?

PatrolAxis Navigation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PatrolNav GPS or PatrolAxis Navigation?

PatrolAxis Navigation is rated higher. PatrolNav GPS averages 4.7 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while PatrolAxis Navigation averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do PatrolNav GPS or PatrolAxis Navigation have ads?

Neither PatrolNav GPS nor PatrolAxis Navigation shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PatrolNav GPS or PatrolAxis Navigation?

PatrolNav GPS ships an update every 3 weeks, and PatrolAxis Navigation daily. Most recently, PatrolNav GPS was updated on October 30, 2026 and PatrolAxis Navigation on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*