Comparison

Buffer & Stakeout vs HK Traffic

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

Head to head
About

Buffer & Stakeout

Features
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If you need to create a buffer zone around a building, along a road or a river, or along the perimeter of an area, the Buffer & Stakeout app will help you do that easily. This app will run on the iPAD, iPhone and iPod touch. It will let you digitize a Point, Line or Area Feature, view its position, length or area, and create buffer zones around it. You may create one or more buffer zones, such as for calculating the area to mow inside and outside a fence around a large complex, or for figuring the tax credit for an unfarmed riparian zone The Point Stakeout function provided by this app can help you approach a point or a node on an area boundary. The Line Stakeout function can help guide you along a path or an area boundary. You can turn the navigation beeps on or off. You may specify the distance unit (metric or English) and choose between Azimuth and Bearing for displaying angles. You will be able to work with multiple job files, and you will be able to export the Features and coordinates to a PDF file. This app will let you view the PDF file it has created and also any PDF file you have copied into the Documents folder of this app. It will also let you email the PDF files (*.pdf) and job file (*.pmp). If your device has GPS capability, you may pick the GPS location as a node for your Feature. Please note: Location data depends on the GPS receiver used. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app will let you easily toggle the built-in GPS on or off. It comes with a built-in help file.

About

HK Traffic

This app provides real-time traffic updates for Hong Kong, including road conditions, accidents, and jams. It features interactive maps, live camera feeds, and user-shared traffic news to help you navigate efficiently and find parking.

Highlights
  • Real-time traffic conditions
  • Live road camera snapshots
  • User-shared traffic news
  • Interactive traffic map
  • Parking availability map
  • Vehicle maintenance reminders
  • Journey time predictions
Features
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HK Traffic is an application that provides real-time traffic conditions in Hong Kong. HK Traffic allows you to view traffic conditions in various regions of Hong Kong anytime, anywhere, including road conditions, traffic accidents, traffic jams, etc. In addition, HK Traffic also provides instant updates of traffic events, allowing you to keep abreast of the latest traffic conditions. Traffic situation: Traffic Snapshot: Traffic Snapshot provides snapshots of road cameras provided by the Transport Department, allowing you to check the traffic conditions in various areas of Hong Kong at any time. These camera snapshots are updated regularly to keep you up to date with the latest traffic information. Traffic News: Traffic News provides instant updates on traffic events, including traffic jams, traffic accidents and more. In addition to being able to grasp the traffic conditions in various regions of Hong Kong in real time, you can also interact with other users, share and view traffic news provided by other users. Through this function, you can have a more comprehensive understanding of the traffic conditions in Hong Kong and choose the best route. Traffic Map: Traffic Map is an interactive map that allows you to easily view traffic conditions in various areas of Hong Kong. Through this function, you can quickly understand the traffic conditions in any area and choose the best route. Parking Map: Parking Map lets you see nearby parking lots and provides real-time availability information. Through this function, you can easily find the nearest parking lot and choose the most convenient parking location. Practical functions: My Ride: My Ride can record your car wash fee, calculate fuel consumption, and remind car owners about insurance dates or due maintenance and other matters. Through this function, you can easily manage your vehicle and keep abreast of the maintenance status of the vehicle. Journey forecast: Journey forecast can make predictions based on your customized cross-sea tunnel and the fastest or shortest distance, and provide traffic snapshots along the road. Through this function, you can predict the time to reach your destination and choose the best route. Level Slope Meter: Level Slope Meter can help you measure the slope of the road surface, allowing you to drive more safely. Through this function, you can keep abreast of the slope of the road and choose the safest driving method. Interesting features: Meter Simulator: The taxi meter simulator can simulate the operation of a taxi meter while the user is driving, adding fun to driving. Whether you are a Hong Kong local or a tourist, HK Traffic is your must-have transportation tool. Download HK Traffic now to make your travel more convenient! ----- In the future, we will provide you with more and more comprehensive functions. If you have any comments, please email to support@linkingapp.com

Screenshots

Buffer & Stakeout4 screens
HK Traffic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HK Traffic at Free against Buffer & Stakeout's $24.99. HK Traffic also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 36 months). Buffer & Stakeout's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

HK Traffic is free to download; Buffer & Stakeout costs $24.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Buffer & Stakeout ships an update every 36 months, HK Traffic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Buffer & Stakeout versus HK Traffic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBuffer & StakeoutHK Traffic
Price$24.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—34.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 36 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCORVALLIS MICROTECHNOLOGY, INC.Chung Yeung Chan

In-app purchases

None

Buffer & Stakeout

No in-app purchases

None

HK Traffic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Buffer & Stakeout free?
Buffer & Stakeout costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HK Traffic free?
HK Traffic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Buffer & Stakeout or HK Traffic have ads?
HK Traffic shows ads; Buffer & Stakeout does not.
Which is updated more often, Buffer & Stakeout or HK Traffic?
Buffer & Stakeout ships an update every 36 months, and HK Traffic every 3 weeks. Most recently, Buffer & Stakeout was updated on October 19, 2026 and HK Traffic on October 22, 2026.

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