Comparison

Autobahn Map vs GPS Metrics

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

Head to head
About

Autobahn Map

Plan your journeys on Germany's famous highways with detailed speed limit analysis. Visualize unlimited and restricted zones on an interactive map. Get precise information for each direction of travel.

Highlights
  • Route planning with speed limit analysis
  • Color-coded Autobahn visualization
  • Bidirectional speed limit accuracy
  • Interactive map with segment details
  • Search by highway reference number
  • Statistics on unlimited sections
Features
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Autobahn Map is the essential companion for anyone fascinated by Germany's legendary highway system. Whether you're planning a road trip, researching routes, or simply curious about speed limit zones, this app provides the most comprehensive and visually stunning Autobahn analysis available. ROUTE PLANNING WITH SPEED LIMIT ANALYSIS Plan your journey and see exactly how much of your route offers unlimited sections versus speed-restricted zones. Enter your start and destination, and get a detailed breakdown showing distances and percentages for each speed limit category. Perfect for trip planning and understanding your route before you drive. COMPREHENSIVE AUTOBAHN VISUALIZATION Explore the entire German Autobahn network with color-coded visualization showing speed limits for every section. Unlimited zones appear in vibrant blue, while restricted sections display in green, yellow, orange, and red based on their limits. The app intelligently shows different speed limits for each direction of travel, ensuring accurate information for your specific route. INTELLIGENT MAP DISPLAY The map automatically adjusts level of detail based on zoom level, providing smooth performance whether you're viewing the entire country or focusing on a specific section. Tap any highway segment to view detailed information including exact speed limits, direction, and conditional restrictions. KEY FEATURES Route Planning: Calculate routes and analyze speed limit composition with detailed breakdowns Interactive Map: Tap any segment for detailed speed limit information and conditions Bidirectional Accuracy: Different colors for each travel direction when speed limits vary Search by Route: Find any Autobahn instantly by reference number Statistics: See real-time data on unlimited percentages and total distances Beautiful Design: Modern interface following Apple's design guidelines with support for Dark Mode PERFECT FOR Road trip planning and route analysis Autobahn enthusiasts and automotive culture fans Travelers exploring Germany by car Researchers studying German highway infrastructure Anyone curious about the legendary unlimited Autobahn sections

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GPS Metrics

Features
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GPS Metrics is your compact and accurate companion on the move. See live speed, altitude, course and more, visualize your track on the map with color by speed, export GPX/KML, and send NMEA sentences over your local network to other devices or software. Highlights: • Live metrics: speed, (barometric) altitude, climb/descent rate, course, rate of turn, heading (true/magnetic), horizontal/vertical accuracy and timestamp. • Map with speed trail: track segments are color‑coded by average speed. • Export: save your trip as GPX or KML. • NMEA output: send RMC, GGA, GSA, VTG and GLL via TCP server or UDP sender (local network). • Coordinates: choose DD, DM, DMS, UTM or MGRS. • Units: metric or imperial. • Averaging window: smooth speed and climb/descent with a configurable time window. • Battery friendly: enable “Battery Saving Mode” to use significant‑change updates. • Keep screen awake during your trip. • Theme: follow system or pick light/dark. Privacy • Your location stays on your device unless you explicitly export or enable NMEA output to a device you choose on your local network. No account, no tracking, no ads. Requirements • Location permission is required for metrics and track. Local Network permission is required for NMEA output. No subscription! No tracking! No ads!

Screenshots

Autobahn Map4 screens
GPS Metrics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GPS Metrics at Free against Autobahn Map's $2.99. GPS Metrics also leads on iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). Autobahn Map's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 9 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GPS Metrics is free to download; Autobahn Map costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Autobahn Map ships an update every 4 months, GPS Metrics every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Autobahn Map versus GPS Metrics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutobahn MapGPS Metrics
Price$2.99Free — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMoonshot Apps UG (haftungsbeschränkt)Berend Hartman

In-app purchases

None

Autobahn Map

No in-app purchases

None

GPS Metrics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Autobahn Map free?
Autobahn Map costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is GPS Metrics free?
GPS Metrics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Autobahn Map or GPS Metrics have ads?
Neither Autobahn Map nor GPS Metrics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Autobahn Map or GPS Metrics?
Autobahn Map ships an update every 4 months, and GPS Metrics every 9 months. Most recently, Autobahn Map was updated on September 21, 2026 and GPS Metrics on September 14, 2026.

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