HelpMap365 vs GigTern
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HelpMap365
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HelpMap – Find Help or Earn Money Nearby Instantly HelpMap connects you with people around you — in real time. Need help fast? Post a task and set a reward. Want to earn money? Find nearby tasks and get paid instantly. Everything happens live on the map — no delays, no middlemen. With HelpMap you can: • Request help from people nearby • Offer help and earn money • Discover real-time tasks around you • Give away items you no longer need From quick jobs like jump-starting a car, cleaning a garden, or moving items — to simple everyday help. No feeds. No scrolling. Just real people and real opportunities near you. Open the app. Check the map. Start helping or earning.
GigTern
Connect with local students to complete everyday tasks. Homeowners can easily post jobs like yard work or cleaning, and students can apply to earn money on their own schedule. The platform offers secure payments and a review system for trust.
- Post tasks in seconds
- Review student applicants
- In-app chat with helpers
- Secure payment holding
- Student profiles and ratings
- Optional subscription for boosts
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GigTern is the easiest way to get everyday tasks done — and the easiest way for local students to earn money doing them. Homeowners post a job in seconds. Students nearby apply, you pick the right one, and the work gets done. No agencies, no markups, no awkward phone calls — just neighbors helping neighbors. WHAT YOU CAN GET DONE • Lawn mowing and yard work • House and apartment cleaning • Moving and heavy lifting • Errands, deliveries, and pickups • Odd jobs and helping hands of all kinds FOR HOMEOWNERS • Post a task in under a minute — add details, photos, and a budget • Review applicants, see ratings and reviews, and pick who you trust • Track progress from posted to completed, all in one place • Message your helper directly with built-in chat • Pay securely — your money is held safely and only released when the job is done • Boost a listing to reach more students fast when you need help now FOR STUDENTS • Browse jobs near you and apply with a personal message • Work on your own schedule, between classes and on weekends • Get paid quickly and securely with direct payouts • Build a profile and reputation with every great review • Keep the majority of every job — fair, transparent pricing SAFE, SIMPLE PAYMENTS Payments are handled securely. Funds for a job are held until the work is marked complete, so homeowners get peace of mind and students get paid reliably. Card details are never stored on your device. REVIEWS YOU CAN TRUST After every completed job, homeowners and students leave each other a star rating and review — so the best people rise to the top and everyone knows who they're working with. GIGTERN+ (OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTION) Upgrade to GigTern+ for priority placement so your jobs are seen first, one free 3-day listing boost every month, and a member badge that helps you stand out. GigTern+ is available as an auto-renewing subscription: $7.99 per month or $59.99 per year. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings at any time. Whether you need a hand around the house or you're a student looking to earn on your own terms, GigTern brings your local community together to get things done. Post a task. Find a student. Get it done. Terms of Use (EULA): https://gigternweb.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://gigternweb.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HelpMap365 at none against GigTern's 5. HelpMap365 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). GigTern's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. GigTern sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. HelpMap365 asks for nothing beyond the download.
HelpMap365 ships an update every 2 months, GigTern every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HelpMap365 | GigTern |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Martin Baev | ANTHONY ZAIRE DYE |
In-app purchases
HelpMap365
No in-app purchases
GigTern
- GigTern+ Monthly$7.991 Month
- GigTern+ Yearly$59.991 Year
- 1 Day Boost$2.99
- 3 Day Boost$5.99
- 7 Day Boost$9.99






