iState vs Explore USA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iState
Explore your current location with real-time data like elevation, city, state, and speed. Get up-to-date weather and see visuals that adapt to the time of day. Receive notifications when you enter a new state or time zone.
- Real-time elevation data
- Current city and state identification
- Live speed and elevation change tracking
- Up-to-date weather information
- Dynamic visuals based on time of day
- Location change notifications (state/time zone)
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Navigation apps are about where you are going. iState is different - it is all about where you are right now! Discover your surroundings with real-time information about your current: -elevation and climb/descent rate -city, county and state -speed -weather information with animated weather effects for a variety of conditions -The name and location of the closest airport with airline service, including recent and upcoming flight information -stunning visuals that change with the time of day. iState can also deliver a location notification when you are entering a new state or time zone With a monthly subscription to iState's premium RoadWise feature, you'll also get road name and speed limit information with stylized roadsigns for local streets, U.S. Routes, Interstate Highways, and more! iState is perfect for road-trippers, frequent fliers, curious travelers, and geography buffs alike. Note: iState requires an iPhone or iPad with GPS & cellular connectivity. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Explore USA
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Explore USA makes it easy to discover destinations, build your itinerary, and book hotels, tickets, and activities - all in one simple app. Whether you're visiting for the first time or exploring a new region, the app helps you compare places, understand what's around, and plan smarter with clear guidance and personalized recommendations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Explore USA at none against iState's 1. Explore USA also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). iState's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). 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. iState sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Explore USA asks for nothing beyond the download.
iState ships an update weekly, Explore USA every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iState | Explore USA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 137 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Josh Fenton | Simplicity USA inc. |
In-app purchases
iState
- Road Names$0.991 Month
Explore USA
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do iState or Explore USA have ads?
Which is updated more often, iState or Explore USA?
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