# Waypoint vs Trailseek

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Trailseek at none against Waypoint's 1. Trailseek also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly). Waypoint's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Waypoint against 5.0 for Trailseek. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

Waypoint ships an update weekly, Trailseek daily. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Waypoint | Trailseek |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waypoint-outdoor-navigation/id6762064660/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailseek/id6791665761/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 63 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Christopher Pyers](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892723078) | [MICHAEL CHERRY](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772313618) |

## What reviewers say

### Waypoint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waypoint-outdoor-navigation/id6762064660)

Navigate back to saved locations using a compass arrow and real-time distance. This app works completely offline, requiring no maps or internet connection. Save your campsite, car, or any spot and easily find your way back.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS navigation, Compass arrow guidance, Real-time distance tracking, Save unlimited locations (Premium), Attach photos to markers, View current elevation, Works without internet or cell signal

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Waypoint Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


### Trailseek

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailseek/id6791665761)

This offline GPS app helps hikers and backcountry travelers navigate using topographic and satellite maps. Record tracks, mark waypoints, and receive directional guidance back to any location, all while keeping your data private and on your device.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic and satellite maps, Track recording with elevation data, Waypoint marking and management, Compass navigation with ETA, GPX import/export, On-map drawing, Apple Watch integration

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Waypoint free?

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

### Is Trailseek free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Waypoint or Trailseek?

Waypoint and Trailseek are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do Waypoint or Trailseek have ads?

Neither Waypoint nor Trailseek shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Waypoint or Trailseek?

Waypoint ships an update weekly, and Trailseek daily. Most recently, Waypoint was updated on October 24, 2026 and Trailseek on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*