# LeadNav GPS vs Open GPX Tracker

The clearest difference is price: Open GPX Tracker at Free against LeadNav GPS's $19.99. Open GPX Tracker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). LeadNav GPS's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months) and chart position (#15 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Open GPX Tracker is free to download; LeadNav GPS costs $19.99 up front. LeadNav GPS sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Open GPX Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Open GPX Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 132 and 133 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 69% of LeadNav GPS's written reviews are positive against 67% of Open GPX Tracker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 4 weeks, Open GPX Tracker every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LeadNav GPS | Open GPX Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281/reviews) | **[4.3 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-gpx-tracker/id984503772/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 132 | **133** |
| Positive reviews | **69.1% of reviews** | 67.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 40 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LeadNav Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/708869284) | [Juan Manuel Merlos](https://appshunter.io/developer/984503771) |

## What reviewers say

### LeadNav GPS

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

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Paid · Navigation, #146 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 (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Entry License Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro License Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Entry License | $69.99 | per year |
| Pro License | $249.99 | per year |
| 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


### Open GPX Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-gpx-tracker/id984503772)

Record GPS tracks with waypoints and offline maps. This app offers privacy, no ads, and no in-app purchases. Ideal for travel, hiking, biking, and creating GPX data for mapping or app development.

**Highlights:** Create GPS traces with waypoints, Offline map support, Apple Watch App support, Share and send GPX files, Multiple map sources, Add and edit waypoints

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple, intuitive, and clean user interface
- 💰 Completely free with no ads or in-app purchases
- 📍 Accurate GPS tracking and waypoint creation
- ⌚ Apple Watch integration for convenient tracking
- 🔋 Lightweight and battery-efficient operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Files fail to save without error notification
- 🐛 App crashes when opening saved files folder
- 🐛 Data loss after app updates or crashes
- 🐛 Gaps in GPS recording data
- 🐛 App crashes when opening GPX files after inactivity

**Reported bugs**

- File save fails silently with long filenames or filepaths
- App crashes when accessing files folder from main screen
- GPX files lost after app updates or reinstallation
- Inconsistent file saving (fails approximately 1/3 of the time)
- App crashes when trying to open GPX files after period of inactivity

**Requested features**

- Auto-save functionality for tracking sessions
- Persistent notification when recording is active
- Ability to edit tracks before exporting
- Import custom geo-referenced map images
- Adjustable route color and line thickness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LeadNav GPS free?

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

### Is Open GPX Tracker free?

Open GPX Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Open GPX Tracker is rated higher. LeadNav GPS averages 4.0 out of 5 from 132 ratings, while Open GPX Tracker averages 4.3 from 133 ratings.

### Do LeadNav GPS or Open GPX Tracker have ads?

Neither LeadNav GPS nor Open GPX Tracker shows ads.

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

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 4 weeks, and Open GPX Tracker every 5 months. Most recently, LeadNav GPS was updated on November 2, 2026 and Open GPX Tracker on November 1, 2026.

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