Comparison

DevLocation vs GPS Any To

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

Head to head
About

DevLocation

Features
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DevLocation is a location simulation and GPS debugging tool for iOS developers. From Mac, simulate a single coordinate or a continuous route on an iPhone with Developer Mode enabled, so you can test maps, navigation, and location-based features on a real device. For development and functional testing only. Enable Developer Mode, connect with USB, and tap Trust. Follow local laws and the Apple Developer Agreement. FEATURES • Single-point mode: pick a map location, search an address, or enter coordinates • Route mode: set start, via, and end points, then simulate walk, run, cycle, or drive • Speed and GPS jitter: adjust speed and add slight jitter to test accuracy logic • GPX import and export: reuse tracks or save the current route • Follow roads: optionally generate road-aligned paths • Favorites and history: save places and routes, replay previous sessions • Mac and iPhone companion: sync on the same network; stop and restore from iPhone • Shortcuts: set or stop location simulation on Mac HOW TO USE ON IPHONE The iPhone app is a companion. It shows status and lets you stop and restore. Simulation is started from Mac. 1. Install and open • Install DevLocation on an iPhone with Developer Mode enabled • Allow local network access to find the Mac on the same Wi-Fi 2. Pair with Mac • Open DevLocation on Mac, connect this iPhone with USB, tap Trust, and connect • Keep both devices on the same Wi-Fi • Status syncs automatically; the home screen shows the Mac name 3. Monitor a session • The header shows Simulating or Idle, plus connection health • Location Preview marks the coordinate; change map style, zoom, or recenter • Details lists device, mode, speed, coordinates, and last update 4. Stop and restore • While simulating, tap Stop and Restore • iPhone tells Mac to end the session and restore real location • The button is disabled when idle 5. Tips • Use Mac to pick points, build routes, and start • Use iPhone to confirm on device or to stop quickly • If status does not update, check the same network and keep the Mac app open NOTES • Developer Mode is required • Use only on your own development devices to test apps you are developing • Stop and restore when finished • This tool does not bypass system restrictions or misrepresent location for non-development use

About

GPS Any To

Features
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Explore locations and work with useful map and route tools in one simple interface. Choose places on the map, create routes, simulate movement, manage waypoints, and save locations for later use. FEATURES • Explore and search locations on the map • Set and manage a virtual location inside the app • Create point-to-point routes • Build multi-point routes with custom stops • Simulate movement along saved routes • Control movement with a virtual joystick • Adjust movement speed and route settings • Save favorite places and routes • View recent location and route history • Import and export GPX routes • Record routes using your device location • Replay recorded and imported routes • Convert and manage coordinates • Calculate distance and bearing • Customize map appearance and controls Virtual location features are simulated within the app and do not modify your device's system GPS. A clean and flexible toolkit for exploring locations, planning routes, and working with map data. Information about the auto-renewal of subscription • The pricing are from $6.99 weekly, $19.99 monthly • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/2026-lkh/term-of-service Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/2026-lkh/privacy-policy

Screenshots

DevLocation2 screens
GPS Any To3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DevLocation at none against GPS Any To's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. GPS Any To sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. DevLocation asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DevLocation ships an update every 5 days, GPS Any To every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
DevLocation versus GPS Any To: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevLocationGPS Any To
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeigan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.Khac Hieu Le

In-app purchases

None

DevLocation

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

GPS Any To

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Plan$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Plan$19.991 Month

Questions

Is DevLocation free?
DevLocation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GPS Any To free?
GPS Any To is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DevLocation or GPS Any To have ads?
Neither DevLocation nor GPS Any To shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DevLocation or GPS Any To?
DevLocation ships an update every 5 days, and GPS Any To every 4 days. Most recently, DevLocation was updated on October 12, 2026 and GPS Any To on October 16, 2026.

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