Genius Maps vs JPP GPS PRO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Genius Maps
Navigate and plan routes offline with detailed maps stored directly on your device. Enjoy turn-by-turn voice guidance, live traffic updates, and safety camera alerts. Offers a free trial of premium features.
- Offline GPS navigation
- Free downloadable maps
- Route planning
- Turn-by-turn voice instructions
- Live traffic updates
- Safety camera alerts
- Vehicle connectivity
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PREMIUM OFFLINE GPS NAVIGATION WITH FREE MAPS AND POI Genius Maps is a free application that installs on your iPhone and iPad. It's an offline route planning, exploration and navigation app that doesn't require a mobile internet connection to search and navigate. All the maps are stored on your device, so there are no roaming costs and your battery lasts longer. Genius Maps offers a free 7 day trial with fully-functional Pro Guidance and Live Traffic that can be activated at any time. Choose to upgrade to Pro Guidance during or after the trial or continue using the free professional-grade maps for planning routes and exploring with the pedestrian navigation at no cost. ________________________________________________ GENIUS MAPS IMPROVES HOW WE NAVIGATE OUR PLANET'S ROADS WITH OUR SMART DEVICES. PROFESSIONAL NAVIGATION MAPS CAN BE DOWNLOADED FREELY, REMOVED AND REDOWNLOADED AS OFTEN AS YOU WANT EVEN AFTER COMPLETING THE TRIAL. GENIUS MAPS' RICH FEATURE SET EQUALS AND EXCEEDS THOSE OF PROFESSIONAL NAVIGATION SYSTEMS. ________________________________________________ IN-APP PURCHASES PRO GUIDANCE enables turn-by-turn voice instructions in your language, automatic rerouting, speed limit alerts, POI along the route and unlimited map updates for a selected region. LIVE TRAFFIC lets you know about congestion, road works and accidents and reroutes your trip automatically. Instantly view realtime traffic info and adjusted travel times on multiple saved routes. Live traffic requires an active internet connection. VEHICLE CONNECTIVITY allows you to connect Genius Maps to your car's infotainment system. SAFETY CAMERAS informs you about approaching safety camera locations so you can be more alert to your surroundings and drive safer. Pro Guidance, Live Traffic, Vehicle Connectivity and Safety Cameras are paid options with a lifetime license for the selected region. Check under Settings in the app for pricing and availability of Pro Guidance and Live Traffic. Go to Manage Maps and select a country to check the availability of Safety Cameras. Unlimited map updates for PRO GUIDANCE users are available without additional charge and for as long as the product is supported. Coverage and feature support in the map will continue to match the original version, as long as the original is commercially available. Lifetime license refers to useful life of the device and means the period of time that Mireo continues to support the app with updates. ________________________________________________ EUROPE Full coverage (including Russia and Turkey) NORTH AMERICA United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA Argentina, Bahamas, Brazil, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Barthélemy, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA Algeria, Angola, Bahrain, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Lesotho, Libya, Malawi, Mayotte, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Réunion, Saint Helena, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, UAE, Zambia, Zimbabwe ASIA/PACIFIC Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong SAR China, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, New Zealand, Singapore, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam Genius Maps Puts The World in Your Pocket! Note: Continued use of any GPS application running in the background can significantly decrease battery life. We strongly suggest using a charger while using the app in your car. Website: www.geniusmaps.com Support Email: support@mireo.hr Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/geniusmaps Twitter: @geniusmaps
JPP GPS PRO
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JPP GPS PRO is a professional GPS tracking application designed for reliable real-time monitoring of vehicles, fleets, and valuable assets. Built for both personal users and businesses, JPP GPS PRO delivers accurate location data, detailed trip reports, and intelligent alerts to help you stay in full control at all times. Key Features Real-Time GPS Tracking Monitor live location, speed, and movement of your vehicles on an interactive map. Trip History and Playback Review complete travel history including routes, stop points, distance, and duration. Smart Alerts and Notifications Receive instant alerts for ignition on or off, speeding, geofence entry or exit, and movement. Geofence Zones Create virtual safety zones and get notified when vehicles enter or leave defined areas. Multi-Vehicle Management Track and manage multiple GPS devices from a single secure account. Secure Login and Access Control Encrypted login with role-based permissions for administrators and users. Battery and Data Optimized Designed to run efficiently with low battery consumption and minimal data usage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JPP GPS PRO at none against Genius Maps's 15. JPP GPS PRO also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Genius Maps sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. JPP GPS PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.
Genius Maps ships an update every 3 months, JPP GPS PRO every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Genius Maps | JPP GPS PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (1.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mireo | Jose Oswaldo Chalen Freire |
Bugs and requests
Genius Maps
Reported bugs
3 issues- Fails to connect with vehicle systems
- Maps not loading or disappearing
- Incorrect lane guidance and directions
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for more languages
- Improve search and address entry
- Integrate with popular traffic apps
- Allow custom route planning
JPP GPS PRO
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Genius Maps
- USA NAVTEQ Safety Cameras 2016.7 v.2$2.99
- Doug Benson Recorded Voice 2012.9 v.2$4.99
- Europe NAVTEQ Live Traffic 2015.12 v.1$12.99
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- North America NAVTEQ Live Traffic 2015.12 v.1$12.99
- North America Nav for Weblink$24.99
- Europe Nav for Weblink$26.99
- Central America NAVTEQ Navigation 2013.9 v.2$29.99
- Latin America Nav for Weblink$29.99
- North America NAVTEQ Navigation 2013.9 v.1$39.99
- North America Mireo Car Connectivity 2016.7 v.1$44.99
- Europe NAVTEQ, Mireo, GeoIntelligence Navigation 2014.6 v.1$49.99
- North America Navigation Pack$49.99
- Middle East/Africa Nav Pack$49.99
- North America NAVTEQ Truck Navigation 2016.7 v.2$49.99
- Europe Navigation Pack$54.99
JPP GPS PRO
No in-app purchases
Questions
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