Comparison

ForceMaps vs Zentik notifier

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

Head to head
About

ForceMaps

Instantly open directions from Google searches in your preferred map app, bypassing Google Maps. This Safari extension automatically redirects location links to Apple Maps or Waze, offering a private and streamlined navigation experience. It also features on-device location history for easy access to past destinations.

Highlights
  • Redirect Google Maps links to Apple Maps or Waze
  • One-tap directions from Google search
  • Block Google Maps popups
  • Private on-device location history
  • Hide Google AI overviews
  • Smart address detection
Features
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ForceMaps: Skip Google Maps. Open Directions in Apple Maps or Waze Instantly. Tired of Google Search forcing you into Google Maps? ForceMaps is a Safari extension that automatically redirects every address, direction, and location link from Google search results straight into Apple Maps or Waze — instantly, privately, and with zero extra taps. How It Works: When you search for restaurants, businesses, or directions in Safari, Google tries to open its own Maps app or trap you in Google Maps within the browser. ForceMaps intercepts those links and sends them directly to your preferred navigation app. No popups. No detours. Just tap an address in Google and go. NEW: Location History ForceMaps now saves every location you open in a built-in History tab. Search past destinations, sort by date or name, swipe to delete, and tap to reopen — all without leaving the app. Your history is stored entirely on your device. We never collect, transmit, or access your data. Why Users Switch to ForceMaps • Redirect Google Maps links to Apple Maps or Waze automatically • Get directions from Google search results in one tap • Block "Open in Google Maps" and "Sign in to Google" popups • Save and search your location history privately on-device • Hide Google AI overviews and AI-generated content boxes • Smart address detection across all Google search results and domains • Works with businesses that have multiple locations • Choose Apple Maps or Waze as your default map app • Lightweight Safari extension — no background activity, no battery drain • No data collection, no tracking, no accounts ForceMaps is built for iPhone users who prefer the native iOS experience. Skip Google Maps for good. Privacy Policy: https://vennory.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://vennory.com/terms-of-use

About

Zentik notifier

Features
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Zentik Notifier helps you collect, organize, and control notifications from your smart home, automations, and connected services in one simple app. Get instant alerts from sensors, cameras, home automation systems, servers, or custom services, and decide exactly how and when you want to be notified. What Zentik Notifier offers Universal notification support Receive push notifications from virtually any source. Zentik includes built-in parsers for many services and allows custom parsing for advanced setups, while remaining easy to use. Easy and secure access Connect using a single access code or via bucket ID and access token. Setup is quick and works for both personal and shared environments. Smart notification control Zentik lets you manage notifications instead of being interrupted by them: • Snooze notifications temporarily or on a schedule • Resend important alerts • Request confirmation for critical events Buckets and sharing Organize notifications into buckets such as Home, Security, Cameras, or Automations. • Share buckets via redeem codes • Grant access to specific users • Schedule snoozing per bucket, for example at night Custom actions and automations Each notification can trigger actions such as: • Webhooks for home automation systems • In-app navigation • Custom buttons and quick actions • Visual identification with bucket icons Widgets and wearables • iPhone widgets showing your latest notifications • Apple Watch fully functional app Self-hosted backend option Zentik can be fully self-hosted, making it ideal for privacy-focused users and smart home enthusiasts who want full control over their data and integrations. Personalized experience Adapt Zentik to your preferences: • Notification retention policies • Theme colors • Default notification behavior • Bucket-level settings Designed for smart homes and automation Zentik Notifier fits perfectly with Home Assistant, custom automation systems, IoT devices, and personal services. Simple for everyday use, powerful when you need more control. Your notifications, organized and under control. More information available under https://notifier-docs.zentik.app.

Screenshots

ForceMaps4 screens
Zentik notifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Zentik notifier at Free against ForceMaps's $4.99. Zentik notifier also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.5). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Zentik notifier is free to download; ForceMaps costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ForceMaps ships an update monthly, Zentik notifier every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ForceMaps versus Zentik notifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForceMapsZentik notifier
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVennoryGIANLUCA RUOCCO

In-app purchases

None

ForceMaps

No in-app purchases

None

Zentik notifier

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ForceMaps free?
ForceMaps costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zentik notifier free?
Zentik notifier is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ForceMaps or Zentik notifier have ads?
Neither ForceMaps nor Zentik notifier shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ForceMaps or Zentik notifier?
ForceMaps ships an update monthly, and Zentik notifier every 3 weeks. Most recently, ForceMaps was updated on October 14, 2026 and Zentik notifier on October 5, 2026.

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