# LeadNav GPS vs GPX viewer 2

The clearest difference is price: GPX viewer 2 at Free against LeadNav GPS's $19.99. GPX viewer 2 also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 68%). LeadNav GPS's advantage is ratings volume (129 vs 13) and chart position (#10 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

GPX viewer 2 is free to download; LeadNav GPS costs $19.99 up front. LeadNav GPS sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and GPX viewer 2 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for LeadNav GPS against 4.1 for GPX viewer 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LeadNav GPS has 129 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of LeadNav GPS's written reviews are positive against 85% of GPX viewer 2's.

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 4 weeks, GPX viewer 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LeadNav GPS | GPX viewer 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281/reviews) | **[4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpx-viewer-2/id6444086445/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **129** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 68.1% of reviews | **85.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 40 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LeadNav Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/708869284) | [Jonathan Gander](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516302903) |

## What reviewers say

### LeadNav GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Paid · Navigation, #100 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan, coordinate, and navigate off-grid with this powerful GPS tool. Designed for demanding environments, it offers advanced features for mission planning, team communication, and detailed trip recording. Ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts operating without reliable cellular service.

**Highlights:** Mission planning and coordination, Offline mapping and navigation, Team location tracking, Route creation and sharing, Audible and visual warnings, Track recording and analysis, GPX file support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Entry License Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro License Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Entry License | $69.99 | per year |
| Satellite Group Tracking | $149.99 | per month |
| Pro License | $249.99 | per year |
| Hunting Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Aviation Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Recon Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Pack (1Year Subscription) - Map to Advanced Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Subscription (1 Year) | $69.99 | one-time |
| Advanced to Pro Upgrade | $179.99 | one-time |
| Map to Pro Upgrade | $199.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack Subscription (1 Year) | $249.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent for off-road navigation
- 🏎️ Ideal for racing (Baja, KOH, etc.)
- 📍 Precise waypoint marking and voice text
- 🚀 Game changer for pre-running
- 👍 Versatile for various outdoor adventures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High cost for subscriptions/features
- 📉 Map quality downgraded over time
- 🐛 Subscription renewal issues
- 🐛 Restore purchases not working
- 🐛 Files deleted upon app reinstallation

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription renewal issues
- Restore purchases not working
- App shuts down when opening tracks
- App dumping out when plotting routes
- Add-ons not purchasable

**Requested features**

- Option to disable confirmation notifications for edits for a period
- Alphabetical order for collections/files
- Call out waypoints in advance
- iCloud Sync
- Apple CarPlay Support


### GPX viewer 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpx-viewer-2/id6444086445)

Easily import and view GPX files, displaying tracks on various base maps with interactive elevation profiles. Track your position, access navigation tools, and get weather information for your outdoor adventures.

**Highlights:** Import GPX files (tracks/routes), Multiple base map options, Interactive elevation profile, Real-time position tracking, Navigation tools (compass, GPS), Offline map downloads, Weather at starting point

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A coffee | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hike | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hiking snack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Adventure | $9.99 | one-time |
| Expedition | $19.99 | one-time |
| A freeze-dried hiking meal | $19.99 | one-time |
| Expedition | $24.99 | one-time |
| Expedition | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LeadNav GPS free?

LeadNav GPS costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is GPX viewer 2 free?

GPX viewer 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LeadNav GPS or GPX viewer 2?

GPX viewer 2 is rated higher. LeadNav GPS averages 4.0 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while GPX viewer 2 averages 4.1 from 13 ratings.

### Do LeadNav GPS or GPX viewer 2 have ads?

Neither LeadNav GPS nor GPX viewer 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LeadNav GPS or GPX viewer 2?

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 4 weeks, and GPX viewer 2 monthly. Most recently, LeadNav GPS was updated on November 1, 2026 and GPX viewer 2 on October 30, 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.*