Comparison

Waypointer vs NearBy Locations

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

Head to head
About

Waypointer

Navigate back to saved locations with a precise, offline compass. Mark hiking spots, parking, or points of interest with clear directional arrows and distance updates. Organize and share your saved locations easily.

Highlights
  • Offline precision compass
  • Save unlimited waypoints (Premium)
  • Directional navigation with distance
  • Radar view for nearby waypoints (Premium)
  • Location details and coordinate display
  • Import/export waypoints
Features
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Waypointer is your reliable compass and waypoint navigation companion. Save any location and navigate back to it using a precision compass that works completely offline. Whether you are hiking in the wilderness, trying to find your parked car, marking a camping spot, or saving a favorite fishing location, Waypointer guides you there with clear directional arrows and distance information. KEY FEATURES Precision Compass - True north and magnetic north readings - Real-time heading display with degree accuracy - Smooth compass animation that responds instantly to movement - Works without internet connection Waypoint Management - Save unlimited locations as waypoints with Premium - Add custom names and icons to each waypoint - Organize waypoints into categories - Import and export waypoints for backup and sharing Directional Navigation - Large directional arrow points toward your destination - Live distance updates as you move - Bearing information in degrees and cardinal directions - Simple interface that is easy to read while moving Radar View (Premium) - See all waypoints around you on an interactive radar display - Quickly identify the closest locations - Visual representation of waypoint positions relative to your heading Location Details - View your current coordinates in multiple formats - Decimal degrees and degrees minutes seconds display - Copy coordinates to share with others - Reverse geocoding shows your current address PERFECT FOR Outdoor Adventures - Mark trailheads and return points while hiking - Save camping spots and water sources - Navigate back to your vehicle after exploring - Mark hunting stands and fishing spots Everyday Use - Never forget where you parked your car - Save meeting points and event locations - Mark points of interest while traveling - Create a personal location database Professional Use - Survey and fieldwork location marking - Site documentation with coordinates - Location data export in standard formats WHY CHOOSE WAYPOINTER Simple and Focused Unlike complex mapping apps, Waypointer does one thing exceptionally well. Point you toward your saved locations with a clear, easy-to-read compass interface. Works Offline No cell signal required. Once you save a waypoint, you can navigate to it anywhere using only your phone sensors and GPS. Battery Efficient Optimized to use minimal battery while providing accurate navigation guidance. Privacy Focused Your location data stays on your device. We do not track or store your waypoints on external servers. SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Free Version - Save up to 5 waypoints - Full compass functionality - Basic navigation features Premium Subscription - Unlimited waypoints - Radar view - Custom waypoint icons - Category organization - Export and import functionality - Priority support Premium is available as weekly, monthly, or yearly subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Account Settings on the App Store. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download Waypointer today and never lose your way again.

About

NearBy Locations

Features
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NearBy helps you discover pairs of locations that are close together, making your errands and trips more efficient. How It Works Simply enter two types of places you're looking for - like "Starbucks" and "Target" or "Tesla Supercharger" and "Chipotle" - and NearBy will find all the pairs near you where both locations are conveniently close to each other. Perfect For: • Road trips - Find charging stations near restaurants • Running errands - Combine multiple stops efficiently • Discovering new places - Find coffee shops near bookstores • Planning your day - Optimize your route with nearby pairs Key Features: • Smart location pairing - Finds places that are actually close together • Customizable search radius - Control how far from your location to search • Adjustable pair distance - Set maximum distance between paired locations • Interactive map view - See all location pairs on a map with numbered markers • Detailed list view - Browse results with ratings and distances • Turn-by-turn directions - Get directions in Apple Maps or Google Maps • Example searches - Quick-start with popular search combinations • Privacy-focused - Your location data stays on your device Why NearBy? Stop wasting time driving between distant locations. NearBy ensures that when you find a coffee shop, there's also a grocery store nearby - or whatever combination you're looking for. It's the smart way to plan your stops. Whether you're on a road trip looking for an EV charger near a restaurant, running errands and want to hit multiple stores in one area, or just exploring your neighborhood, NearBy makes it easy to find convenient location pairs.

Screenshots

Waypointer4 screens
NearBy Locations4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NearBy Locations at none against Waypointer's 3. NearBy Locations also leads on ads (none vs shown). 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. Waypointer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. NearBy Locations asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Waypointer versus NearBy Locations: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWaypointerNearBy Locations
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMadrasHOTGouda Studios

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Waypointer

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
None

NearBy Locations

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Waypointer free?
Waypointer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NearBy Locations free?
NearBy Locations is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Waypointer or NearBy Locations have ads?
Waypointer shows ads; NearBy Locations does not.

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