Comparison

Geo vs BareGPS

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

Head to head
About

Geo

Easily convert GPS coordinates between multiple formats, including decimal degrees, DMS, UTM, MGRS, and Plus Codes. Works offline worldwide, allowing you to find your current location, mark points, and navigate to them. Share coordinates via QR code or open them directly in your preferred map app.

Highlights
  • Convert between multiple coordinate formats
  • Find current GPS coordinates and altitude
  • Mark points on a map
  • Offline functionality
  • Works with major map apps
  • Share coordinates as QR code
Features
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Find your current GPS coordinates and easily convert GPS location coordinates into a different format. β€’ Latitude/longitude (decimal degrees) β€’ Latitude/longitude (degrees-minutes-seconds) β€’ UTM/UPS β€’ MGRS β€’ Plus Code (Open Location Code) β€’ Digipin (India only) HELPFUL FOR β€’ Converting coordinates when you don't have a network connection β€’ Finding your current GPS coordinates and altitude β€’ Marking points on a map β€’ GPS navigation to a point β€’ Researching imagery/maps for a single location using multiple apps β€’ Converting coordinates when you don't know what format they are in β€’ Using in split-screen alongside a map β€’ Sharing coordinates as a QR code β€’ Works offline β€” no network connection required β€’ Works with all major map apps β€’ Works for all locations worldwide β€’ No login or registration required β€’ Small download size TO USE β€’ Enter your coordinates in any format β€’ App detects the format and converts as you type β€’ Tap to copy to clipboard, or tap button to open coordinates in a map app

About

BareGPS

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Overview BareGPS is a free field-use hiking-focused GPS tracker/recorder which allows caching of mapping to allow offgrid use. The app does not bundle area specific waypoints or waypoint collections, but allows import of these from third-party sources to suit your purpose and location. Menus β€’ Search: Search local waypoints and the wider world. β€’ About: shows this app guide and the app logo. β€’ Settings: opens the settings menu. β€’ Cache: saves and manages offline map areas. β€’ GPX: manages recording and saved tracks. β€’ Map Layer: switches the map layer. β€’ Orientation: resets the map to north-up. β€’ Recenter: returns the map to your current position. GPX Recording Metrics Grids In Settings, under Recording Display, you can choose between two metrics grids on the map. The options are a full metrics display with recording controls and a compact display, which is the default, without recording controls. Recording using full on-map grid When using the full grid, a long tap makes the grid active and usable for 20 seconds, after which it becomes inactive in order to prevent accidental operation. Recording using compact on-map grid Tap the GPX Recording button in the right column and a dialog including recording controls will open. Using Recording Controls Tap Start to begin recording, Stop to end the current track, Discard to throw away a recording you do not want to keep, and Save to keep it on the device. Location Permissions and Data BareGPS uses location access to show your position, and support map recentering and recording features. The app can record, with permission, while it is minimised, in the background or while your phone is locked. For this reason, we suggest choosing While Using the App and turning on Precise Location in Location Services. Location data is processed on device for map display and related features. The app does not require an account, and GPX files, created waypoints or any saved data stays in the app’s local storage unless you export it yourself. Safety BareGPS is a mapping tool, not a substitute for local judgment, route planning, or outdoor safety checks. Note that, for your own safety, you should not rely solely on this app, or any app, for your navigation and safety in the hills. Possession of a map and compass and/or a dedicated GPS unit, and the ability to use them correctly, is an essential precaution. While phones have improved immeasurably in recent years, shortcomings in battery life, waterproofing and signal mean they are not yet suitable as a sole navigation device in the hills. Your safety is your responsibility. Take that responsibility seriously. Private Land Respect property boundaries, access restrictions, and local signage. If a route crosses private land or a restricted area, use lawful access only and choose an alternative route when needed. Credits AppsbyOnzy@gmail.com. β€’ Map rendering: MapLibre Native. β€’ Topographic maps: Map data Β© OpenStreetMap contributors; DEM: SRTM, Sonny; map style Β© OpenTopoMap (CC-BY-SA). β€’ OpenStreetmaps: Β© OpenStreetMap contributors. β€’ Satellite maps: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics, USDA, and USGS.

Screenshots

Geo4 screens
BareGPS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BareGPS at none against Geo's 1. Geo's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Geo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BareGPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Geo ships an update every 8 days, BareGPS every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
Geo versus BareGPS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeoBareGPS
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 8 days β€” betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better18.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size9 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQvyshift LLCDavid Owens

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Geo

One-time1
  • Upgrade$9.99
None

BareGPS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Geo free?
Geo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BareGPS free?
BareGPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Geo or BareGPS have ads?
Neither Geo nor BareGPS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Geo or BareGPS?
Geo ships an update every 8 days, and BareGPS every 3 months. Most recently, Geo was updated on October 16, 2026 and BareGPS on October 2, 2026.

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