# Root vs Scenic Way

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Root at 14.0 against Scenic Way's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Root sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Scenic Way sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Root | Scenic Way |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 32 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ben hodge](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868436089) | [Turnkey I.T Solutions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/811094739) |

## What reviewers say

### Root

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/root-nav-buddy/id6758952173)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Root Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Root Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


### Scenic Way

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scenic-way/id6788144780)

Plan and navigate custom routes for driving, walking, or cycling, prioritizing scenery over speed. Discover curated iconic routes and receive turn-by-turn guidance with live traffic and speed camera alerts. Share your adventures with friends and enjoy a private, ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Custom route planning with waypoints, Scenic vs. fastest route comparison, Turn-by-turn navigation, Live traffic and speed camera alerts, CarPlay integration, Plan walks, runs, and rides, Shareable routes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Root free?

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

### Is Scenic Way free?

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

### Do Root or Scenic Way have ads?

Neither Root nor Scenic Way shows ads.

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