Comparison

Pado vs PathPal

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pado

This app allows you to record and analyze your outdoor activities like hikes and bike tours on a map. It also features a step counter, time tracking, and location-based actions that can automate tasks or integrate with smart home systems. Data can be synced via iCloud, Dropbox, or WebDAV.

Highlights
  • Record and analyze tracks/routes
  • Automatic background recording
  • Heart rate data integration
  • Step counter and floor tracking
  • Location-based actions
  • GPX/KML export/import
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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Pado is all about geo-tracking. RECORD TRACKS Record the routes/tracks of your hikes, bike tours, excursions, trips or sporting activities and evaluate them on a map, via diagrams and statistics. You can do this manually and spontaneously, but also fully automatically in the background. The latter can be helpful on vacations if you want to automatically record your local activities so that you can retrace them later ("Where was that café again?"). To do this, you tell the app once that the recording should be started when you leave the hotel and stopped when you enter it again. From then on, you no longer have to worry about it, but you still have all the routes of all the activities saved in the app when you get home. Pado can display the heart rate data from Health-Kit together with the recorded tracks/routes. The photos from the album that were taken during the recording of the track can also be accessed via pins on the map. This makes it very easy to have all the data and photos directly available on the map if you want to retrace a hike. The exported/imported options as GPX or KML files allow data exchange with other apps. Especially for sporting activities, the app offers a voice output that provides status messages about the distance already covered, current speed, duration, altitude, direction, etc. during a track recording. This keeps you informed about your progress without having to look at your iPhone. STEP COUNTER The app offers a pedometer that can also count the floors climbed and shows how far you are from your daily steps goal. TIME TRACKING The "Time tracking" feature allows to automatically log when you are at which location and for how long. You simply define the locations to be monitored and the app does the rest. ACTIONS The heart of Pado are the location-based actions. You can define locations and what the app should do when you enter or leave these (the App will do this automatically in the background, it does not need to be active). The action can control track recording, the pedometer, the music player, notifications. The "WebHook" feature can be even used to carry out actions outside the iPhone. WebHook sends data to your own server, which can be used to link Pado to your own home automation system. APPLE WATCH Pado supports the Apple Watch and can record tracks/routes and steps autonomously (without having the iPhone with you). The Watch app can also remotele-control the iPhone app so that the iPhone can stay in your pocket. SYNCING OPTIONS - iCloud - Dropbox - WebDAV HARDWARE SUPPORT - Bluetooth Beacons, NFC Tags, AirTags (as trigger for actions) - WLAN positioning (in areas with good WLAN coverage) for devices without GPS hardware (some iPad models). NOTE Long-term use of GPS in the background can shorten the battery life. PAYMENT MODEL With Pado 3, the payment model has changed. The previously paid app is now offered free of charge. There are now three app levels: - Free: A maximum of 3 locations, 3 actions and 3 entries for time tracking can be created - Standard (one-time purchase): A maximum of 25 locations, 25 actions and 25 entries for time tracking can be created. - Pro (one-time purchase): Any number of locations, actions and entries for time tracking can be created. Everything else is available in all three levels without restrictions Users who have already purchased earlier versions of the app will automatically receive the Standard level free of charge. If restrictions have already been reached, existing actions/locations are not restricted. New users can now react more flexibly to their own needs and use one of the three options as required. An inexpensive update from the Standard to the Pro version is also available at any time, in case you need more than you initially thought. There is now also a tipping option for all those who value the app more than the small one-time payments and want to do something good for the developer.

About

PathPal

Automatically tracks your daily activities like walking, running, and cycling without manual input. It provides detailed analysis of your movements, routes on a map, and calories burned, offering insights to optimize your routines and make informed health decisions.

Highlights
  • Automatic continuous tracking
  • Activity recognition (walking, running, cycling)
  • Detailed activity analysis
  • Elevation tracking
  • Calorie counter
  • Routes on map
  • Daily storyline with places
Features
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PathPal brings the ultimate solution to seamlessly track and monitor your daily activities and movements throughout the day. Whether you're walking, running, cycling, or commuting, PathPal captures every moment to provide a comprehensive overview of your day. Key Features: - Automatic Continuous Tracking: PathPal automatically tracks your activity, no manual input needed! - Automatic Recognition of Activities: Identify walking, bicycling, and running automatically. - Detailed Activity Analysis: Record stopping points, modes of transport, duration, and altitude with precision. - Comprehensive Stats: Get insights on how much time and distance you spent walking, running, cycling, or using different modes of transport. - Elevation Tracking: Know the altitude of your stop points for better context and understanding of your routes. - Calorie Counter: Track the calories burned during your activities. - Routes on Map: Visualize your routes on an interactive map. - Daily Storyline with Places: See a narrative of your day with specific places visited. - No Need to Start and Stop: PathPal operates continuously without the need for manual activation. - No Extra Device Needed: PathPal works seamlessly on your phone, no need to carry or charge an additional device. Why Choose PathPal? 1. Effortless Tracking: PathPal runs in the background, ensuring all your movements are captured without any hassle. 2. Versatile Use Cases: Ideal for fitness enthusiasts, daily commuters, hikers, and anyone wanting a clear picture of their daily activities. 3. Solve the Mystery of Your Day: Ever wonder how much time you spend commuting vs. walking? PathPal gives you the answers. 4. Optimize Your Routines: Use the detailed insights to make smarter lifestyle choices, enhancing your productivity and fitness. 5. Privacy First: Your data is secure and used only to provide you with personal insights. Use PathPal to: - Track your daily commute and find faster routes. - Keep an eye on your fitness goals by monitoring walking, running, and cycling activities. - Plan more effective workout routines and commutes based on your activity patterns. - Understand your activity levels and make informed health and wellness decisions. Experience the new level of activity tracking with PathPal and turn your daily routines into valuable insights. -- Free to use for 2 months, then automatically renews. Unlock the full potential of PathPal with a yearly subscription. Enjoy unlimited access to all features and content, including personalized pathfinding, real-time navigation, and advanced route planning tools. Subscription Details: Renewal: Automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Trial Period: Free to use for 2 months.Price: $44.99 per year Auto-Renewable Subscription: Paid subscriptions begin at the end of the free trial period. Please note that the subscription is required for the complete functionality of the app. The free version provides limited access to basic features. Upgrade to the full version for the best experience, including advanced features and continuous updates. Privacy Policy: https://pathpalprivacypolicy.craft.me/B1T5Kwjq2s0NmV Terms of Use: https://pathpalprivacypolicy.craft.me/IBCD4GinGfkMxG

Screenshots

Pado4 screens
PathPal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pado at 4.9 against PathPal's 4.1. Pado also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 33%) and monetization model (free vs subscription). PathPal's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pado sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and PathPal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pado holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 31 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Pado's written reviews are positive against 33% of PathPal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pado ships an update every 2 months, PathPal weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Pado versus PathPal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPadoPathPal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (18 ratings) — better4.1 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews75.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1831 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander ClaussGUSTOVERSE PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

Pado

All ratings18 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral5.6%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive75.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative17.7%

PathPal

All ratings31 ratings
Positive74.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative22.6%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Pado

One-time7
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Update to Pro Version$2.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
Show 4 more
  • Standard Version$3.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
  • Full Version$6.99
  • Very Large Tip$6.99
3 purchases

PathPal

Subscriptions3
  • PathPal Weekly$0.997 Days
  • PathPal Monthly$5.991 Month
  • PathPal Yearly14 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Pado free?
Pado is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PathPal free?
PathPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pado or PathPal?
Pado is rated higher. Pado averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while PathPal averages 4.1 from 31 ratings.
Do Pado or PathPal have ads?
Neither Pado nor PathPal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pado or PathPal?
Pado ships an update every 2 months, and PathPal weekly. Most recently, Pado was updated on September 18, 2026 and PathPal on September 10, 2026.

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