Mapikids vs FreePlay
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Mapikids
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Mapikids - The must-have app for parents! Instantly find the nearest playgrounds among more than 750,000 listed in 41 countries across Europe and North America. Whether you're out for a walk, on holiday, or close to home, Mapikids locates the perfect playground for your kids in a single tap. WHY PARENTS LOVE MAPIKIDS - Instant geolocation of nearby playgrounds - Over 750,000 playgrounds across Europe and North America - 41 countries across Europe and North America - Indoor playgrounds: discover indoor play areas too! - Real photos shared by the community - Full details: equipment, age range, condition - 100% free, no ads - Save your favorite playgrounds to find them again in a tap FILTER AND FIND THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND - Filter by type: public, private, customer-only or indoor - Explore the interactive map - Automatic country detection via GPS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Equipment available: - Slides, swings, climbing frames - Sandpits, zip wires, roundabouts - Water play, trampolines, agility courses - And 30+ other types of equipment! On-site services: - Toilets and water points - Picnic tables - Benches and shaded areas - Accessibility for people with reduced mobility - Fences and safety features Practical information: - Recommended age range - Surface type (sand, grass, synthetic) - Opening hours - General condition and cleanliness - Distance from your location JOIN THE COMMUNITY Mapikids grows thanks to you! Share your discoveries: - Add photos to help other parents - Rate the playgrounds you visit - Complete missing information - Report safety issues - Earn points and unlock badges as you contribute YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS - No account required - Your location stays on your device - No personal data collected - No advertising trackers - GDPR-compliant RELIABLE, UP-TO-DATE DATA Data comes from OpenStreetMap and is enriched daily by our community of parents. Every contribution improves the experience for everyone! PERFECT FOR - Keeping kids entertained on outings - Discovering new playgrounds - Planning family walks - Finding playgrounds suited to your kids' age - Spotting playgrounds with specific equipment Download Mapikids now and turn every outing into an adventure! --- Got feedback or a suggestion? Write to us: hello@mapikids.app
FreePlay
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Find the right family day out, faster. FreePlay helps parents discover and plan better family time. Explore playgrounds, libraries, parks, walks, Beaches & Swims, free activities, family events and clearly marked paid venues, all in one simple map. HELP ME CHOOSE Tell FreePlay what kind of day you need, who you are planning for and what matters most. FreePlay builds a thoughtful shortlist and explains why each option fits. Choose a rainy-day backup, a free family day, something nearby, an easier drive or a surprise. Save the plan, open the best match, see every option on the map or share the shortlist. THE PRACTICAL DETAILS NORMAL MAPS MISS See useful information before you leave, including: ⢠Toilets and changing facilities ⢠Parking and free parking ⢠EV charging on site or nearby ⢠Fencing, buggy suitability and age suitability ⢠Accessibility and easier-access information ⢠Coffee, food, seating and other family essentials ⢠Opening and cost information where confirmed ⢠Photos, reviews and parent updates Unknown information stays unknown. FreePlay does not turn missing data into a false promise. BEACHES & SWIMS Discover public beaches and recognised swim spots with practical family information, including official restrictions, bathing-water monitoring, tides, lifeguard schedules, access and facilities where available. Safety and accessibility information are never hidden behind a subscription. PLAN TOGETHER Create private lists for rainy-day backups, birthdays, playdates, weekends, road trips and family days. FreePlay Heroes can make lists collaborative so family and friends can suggest places and vote together. FREEPLAY HERO Every public place and truthful individual-place fact remains free. FreePlay Hero unlocks the planning tools that make family days easier: ⢠Rainy Day Rescue ⢠Full destination weather ⢠Advanced filters, including EV charging, parking, coffee and indoor options ⢠Collaborative lists and voting ⢠Road-trip stops and family walk planning ⢠Curated planning collections Hero subscriptions help pay for the maps, live data and tools that keep FreePlay useful for every family. FREE FOR FAMILIES. POWERED BY PARENTS. FreePlay was created by a parent to remove the hassle from deciding what to do with the kids. It is built around free family options, honest information and simpler decisions. Explore the map without an account. Create a free account to save favourites, keep plans, contribute photos and reviews, and help other families discover great places. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://freeplay.ie/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mapikids at none against FreePlay's 2. FreePlay's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FreePlay sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Mapikids asks for nothing beyond the download.
Mapikids ships an update every 2 weeks, FreePlay every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mapikids | FreePlay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 5 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Olivier Morel | Steve Burke |
In-app purchases
Mapikids
No in-app purchases
FreePlay
- FreePlay Hero Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- FreePlay Hero Annual7 Days trial$22.991 Year








