# LeadNav GPS vs DirtOS

The clearest difference is price: DirtOS at Free against LeadNav GPS's $19.99. DirtOS also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (100% vs 68%). LeadNav GPS's advantage is ratings volume (121 vs 3) and chart position (#26 vs #196). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

DirtOS 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 DirtOS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DirtOS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LeadNav GPS has 121 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of LeadNav GPS's written reviews are positive against 100% of DirtOS's.

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 5 weeks, DirtOS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LeadNav GPS | DirtOS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (121 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtos/id6757966180/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **121** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 68.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#26** | #196 |
| Size | 40 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LeadNav Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/708869284) | [Sean Jeffrey Connell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808021277) |

## What reviewers say

### LeadNav GPS

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

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Paid · Navigation, #93 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


### DirtOS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtos/id6757966180)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate off-road and backcountry with specialized GPS tools. Import routes, receive audio cues, and track groups live, even offline. Designed for use in challenging conditions with customizable quick keys.

**Highlights:** Import GPX routes, Turn-by-turn audio navigation, Next 3 waypoints display, Quick Keys for on-the-fly waypoint marking, Live and offline group tracking, Works offline with downloaded maps, 3D flyover route preview

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PreRun Pro | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LeadNav GPS free?

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

### Is DirtOS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LeadNav GPS or DirtOS?

DirtOS is rated higher. LeadNav GPS averages 3.9 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while DirtOS averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do LeadNav GPS or DirtOS have ads?

Neither LeadNav GPS nor DirtOS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LeadNav GPS or DirtOS?

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 5 weeks, and DirtOS fortnightly. Most recently, LeadNav GPS was updated on October 24, 2026 and DirtOS on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, LeadNav GPS or DirtOS?

LeadNav GPS currently peaks at #26 in the App Store charts, and DirtOS at #196. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*