Comparison

Spotlog vs TrainAtlas

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

Head to head
About

Spotlog

Features
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Spotlog - Location Collection Tracker Discover, collect, and visualize any location-based experiences with Spotlog, the intelligent app that transforms your explorations into beautiful visual stories on an interactive world map. Whether you're tracking travel destinations, birdwatching spots, hiking trails, photography locations, or any place-based collection, Spotlog automatically records and organizes your discoveries with precision and elegance. Key Features: AUTOMATIC LOCATION DETECTION Spotlog intelligently captures your visits to any location without manual input. Simply explore and let the app build your collection automatically, whether you're documenting wildlife sightings, scenic viewpoints, or cultural landmarks. INTERACTIVE WORLD MAP VISUALIZATION Watch your collections come to life on a dynamic world map where visited areas are highlighted in vibrant colors. Zoom from global overviews to street-level detail to see exactly where your discoveries occurred. SMART GEOGRAPHIC RECOGNITION Our advanced location system identifies countries, states, provinces, cities, and local areas, providing detailed geographical context for every entry in your collections. FLEXIBLE COLLECTION SYSTEM Create unlimited custom collections for any purpose: bird species locations, botanical finds, architectural sites, restaurants, hiking trails, photography spots, or any location-based hobby or interest. COMPREHENSIVE STATISTICS Gain insights into your collection patterns including total locations visited, geographical coverage, most active regions, and detailed area calculations showing your exploration footprint. DETAILED LOCATION RECORDS Each logged location includes comprehensive information such as exact coordinates, administrative regions, timestamps, and the ability to add personal notes and observations. OFFLINE FUNCTIONALITY All your location data is stored locally on your device, ensuring your collections remain accessible even in remote areas without internet connectivity. PRIVACY FIRST DESIGN Your location data stays completely private and secure on your device. No information is shared with third parties or stored on external servers. UNIVERSAL GEOGRAPHIC DATABASE Access accurate location information worldwide, with support for international administrative divisions and local geographic features powered by reliable mapping services. ELEGANT iOS INTERFACE Navigate through your collections with a beautifully designed interface optimized for iOS. Effortlessly browse entries, analyze statistics, and explore your map with intuitive controls. EXPORT AND SHARING Export your collection data and share your discoveries with fellow enthusiasts. Generate detailed reports and visual summaries of your location-based activities. Perfect for: - Nature enthusiasts tracking wildlife sightings - Photographers documenting shooting locations - Hikers and outdoor adventurers mapping trails - Researchers conducting field studies - Hobbyists collecting specific points of interest - Travelers maintaining journey records - Students conducting geographical surveys - Anyone passionate about location-based collecting Spotlog adapts to your interests, whether you're a casual explorer or serious researcher. Every location becomes part of your personal database, from backyard discoveries to international expeditions. The app works seamlessly across all regions and countries, automatically recognizing local administrative boundaries and providing accurate territorial mapping for any collection type. Start building your location legacy today. Download Spotlog and begin creating a comprehensive record of your discoveries. Whether you're planning future explorations or organizing past finds, Spotlog helps you see the world

About

TrainAtlas

This app maps your train journeys on actual rail lines, not just straight paths. Log every trip, from daily commutes to extensive tours, and build a personal atlas of your travels. It offers live delay tracking and over 150 achievements for rail enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Real rail route mapping
  • Live delay tracking (Pro)
  • Unlimited trip logging (Free)
  • 150+ shareable achievements
  • Personal travel atlas
  • Map replay (Pro)
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Every train you've ever ridden, mapped on real rail lines - not the straight-line guesses other apps draw. Log the Coast Starlight, your Interrail loop, the daily commute, and watch your personal atlas of the world fill in, route by route. Built for rail enthusiasts, Interrail and Eurail travellers, daily commuters, and anyone who wants a permanent record of where trains have taken them. REAL RAIL ROUTES, NOT STRAIGHT LINES Most apps draw a straight line from A to B. TrainAtlas plots every trip on the actual track geometry from OpenStreetMap rail data, so your map looks like a railway - not a spider web. A subtle "approx" badge flags any lower-fidelity segment - never fake precision. THE MAP MOMENT Save a trip and watch the route draw itself across your map. A small thing - and the reason people open the app every time they step off a train. LIVE DELAYS FROM 30+ OPERATORS (PRO) Real-time status straight from official feeds: Amtrak, VIA Rail, National Rail (UK), Deutsche Bahn, SNCF, ÖBB, SBB, NS, SNCB, Trenitalia, RENFE, SJ, DSB and many more. Get a push the moment your train is delayed. LOG ANYTHING - THE CORE STAYS FREE Unlimited trip logging at no cost, no paywall on the core experience. Mainline trains, heritage railways, metro and subway lines, scenic routes, even rail-replacement buses. Planned, in progress, or completed - it's all kept. 150+ ACHIEVEMENTS Ride every operator. Collect all 47 Japanese prefectures. Hit distance milestones across continents. Unlock the odd snark badge for the journeys nobody admits they enjoyed. Every card is shareable. YOUR PRIVATE ATLAS No ads. No third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. We never track you across apps and never sell your data - the little the app does use is anonymous and only there to run it. Your trips stay on your device and, if you turn on sync, in your own private iCloud that only you can read. FREE vs PRO Free, forever: unlimited logging of any trip from the last 12 months onward - kept on your map for good - plus rolling 12-month stats, manual entry, and share cards. Pro unlocks: - All-time history and stats - Live delay tracking with push alerts - All 150+ achievements - Map Replay - watch any journey play back - Live Activities on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island - Import your history from CSV (TrainLog, Trainline, viaduct.world) - Multi-device iCloud sync - Watermark-free share cards - Deep country and operator stats Log your first trip free. No account. No email. Just open the app and start mapping. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://trainatlas.app/privacy

Screenshots

Spotlog4 screens
TrainAtlas4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spotlog at none against TrainAtlas's 3. TrainAtlas's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. TrainAtlas sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Spotlog asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spotlog ships an update every 11 months, TrainAtlas fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Spotlog versus TrainAtlas: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpotlogTrainAtlas
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB198 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlberto del RioSegara Consulting Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Spotlog

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TrainAtlas

Subscriptions2
  • TrainAtlas Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • TrainAtlas Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • TrainAtlas Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Spotlog free?
Spotlog is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TrainAtlas free?
TrainAtlas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Spotlog or TrainAtlas have ads?
Spotlog shows ads; TrainAtlas does not.
Which is updated more often, Spotlog or TrainAtlas?
Spotlog ships an update every 11 months, and TrainAtlas fortnightly. Most recently, Spotlog was updated on November 8, 2026 and TrainAtlas on November 10, 2026.

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