# LeadNav GPS vs GPX

The clearest difference is price: GPX at $0.99 against LeadNav GPS's $19.99. GPX also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 13). LeadNav GPS's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 54%). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

LeadNav GPS costs $19.99 and GPX $0.99 up front. LeadNav GPS sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. GPX asks for nothing beyond the download.

GPX holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPX has 1.7K ratings behind it against 121, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of LeadNav GPS's written reviews are positive against 54% of GPX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LeadNav GPS | GPX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [3.9 (121 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpx-viewer/id880510678/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 121 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.1% of reviews** | 54.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#81** | #141 |
| Size | 40 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [LeadNav Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/708869284) | [Kyle Modesitt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801852904) |

## What reviewers say

### LeadNav GPS

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

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Paid · Navigation, #181 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpx-viewer/id880510678)

**Currently charting:** #141 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Easily import and view GPS eXchange format (GPX) files from various cloud services, local storage, or email. Customize map displays, colors, and units. Organize files into folders and create shareable charts with elevation or speed data.

**Highlights:** Import GPX from cloud, device, email, URL, Customizable map display (Apple Maps, Google Maps, OSM), Color customization for tracks and waypoints, Organize files with folders and previews, Create and share elevation/speed charts, Send waypoints to Apple Maps

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Multiple map styles available
- 👍 Useful graphs and analytics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Difficulty importing files from various sources
- 🔒 Limited file management options
- 🔒 Lack of integration with other apps/services

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with importing GPX files
- Permissions errors when accessing local files
- Crashes when handling large data sets

**Requested features**

- Share menu integration
- Integration with Files app
- Timeline scrubbing functionality
- Ability to change units (metric/imperial)
- Support for more file formats (e.g., Strava GPX)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LeadNav GPS free?

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

### Is GPX free?

GPX costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

GPX is rated higher. LeadNav GPS averages 3.9 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while GPX averages 4.5 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do LeadNav GPS or GPX have ads?

Neither LeadNav GPS nor GPX shows ads.

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

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 5 weeks, and GPX every 5 weeks. Most recently, LeadNav GPS was updated on October 23, 2026 and GPX on October 24, 2026.

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

LeadNav GPS currently peaks at #81 in the App Store charts, and GPX at #141. 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.*