# ReadTrace vs DateMap

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReadTrace at none against DateMap's 2. DateMap's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DateMap sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ReadTrace asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReadTrace | DateMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Size | 4 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [龙 沙](https://appshunter.io/developer/1858767973) | [涛 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/6815052971) |

## What reviewers say

### ReadTrace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readtrace/id6756209156)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### DateMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datemap-calendar-and-countdown/id6815423476)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 组合组件 | $0.99 | one-time |
| DateMap Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReadTrace free?

ReadTrace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DateMap free?

DateMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do ReadTrace or DateMap have ads?

Neither ReadTrace nor DateMap shows ads.

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