Comparison

Traffic Maps vs Traffic Jam Map

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

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About

Traffic Maps

Navigate your commute with real-time traffic information displayed on two customizable maps. Track your position, adjust zoom and map size, and choose orientation settings to optimize your driving view. Plan alternate routes to avoid congestion and rush hour.

Highlights
  • Real-time traffic updates
  • Dual map display
  • Customizable map zoom and size
  • Vehicle bearing tracking
  • Location centering options
  • Pro version with Siri shortcuts and map styles
Features
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See the traffic around you and ahead of you at the same time with two maps with live traffic, each with its own zoom level. Traffic Maps is designed to give you a quick view of traffic conditions while driving. Keep one map zoomed in on your surroundings and the other zoomed out to see traffic conditions further ahead. See that your usual highway exit is congested? Spot a traffic jam ahead? If you know the area, a quick glance may be all you need to choose a better route. TWO MAPS, ONE TRAFFIC VIEW - Follow your position on two maps simultaneously - Set a different zoom level for each map - Adjust the relative size of the maps, or use a single map - Choose between north-up and driving-direction views - Customize how the maps follow and center on your position - Your preferred map configuration is remembered for the next drive NAVIGATION AND CARPLAY Go beyond traffic monitoring with a complete set of driving and navigation features: - CARPLAY Use the dual-map live traffic view directly in CarPlay and navigate with turn-by-turn directions and lane guidance. Navigation information can also appear in the instrument cluster on compatible vehicles. - TURN-BY-TURN NAVIGATION Navigate on iPhone and CarPlay with clear driving instructions, lane guidance, speed limits and live traffic information. - PLAN AND PREVIEW ROUTES Create routes with intermediate destinations before you leave. Preview the route together with speed limits along the way. - RECORD YOUR TRIPS Record your journeys whether you are navigating or simply driving, and review your route and your speed throughout the journey. - APPLE WATCH Follow navigation instructions from your wrist, including upcoming manoeuvres and lane guidance. - SHORTCUTS AUTOMATION Use the app with Shortcuts to automate your driving routines. Open the app in CarPlay, start routes and automate other actions. - NO ADS Use all the available screen space for useful traffic and driving information without advertising interruptions. Traffic Maps can be used for free to view live traffic on two maps that follow your position as you drive. Traffic Maps Pro is available as an optional subscription and unlocks navigation, CarPlay, route planning and recording, Apple Watch integration, advanced Shortcuts support and an ad-free experience. Whether you already know the roads and simply want a better view of the traffic, or you need turn-by-turn navigation to your destination, Traffic Maps gives you the information you need while you drive. Continued use of GPS running in the background can significantly reduce battery life. Terms and Conditions: http://www.littlemousesoftware.com/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.littlemousesoftware.com/traffic-maps-privacy

About

Traffic Jam Map

Access real-time traffic congestion information for the USA and North America. Search traffic data by street, city, or current location, and save favorite places for quick access. Offline access to the last available data for saved locations is also provided.

Highlights
  • Real-time traffic congestion data
  • Search by street, city, or current position
  • Save favorite locations
  • Offline access to last available data
  • USA/North America coverage
Features
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Get real-time traffic jam data directly to your iPhone and iPad immediately from MapQuest. Now the traffic jam is in your hand, you can: - check the traffic congestion directly from the map; - search data by streetname, cityname and current position; - save your favorite places to access them quickly; - if offline, lastly available data will always be accessible for your favorites. Coverage USA/North America. IMPORTANT NOTE: with this App we display all the AVAILABLE traffic congestion data. If you don't see some values, please understand it is not our fault but a lack of information at the source. “A sip of wine, a cigarette, And then it’s time to go. I tidied up the kitchenette; I tuned the old banjo. I’m wanted at the traffic-jam. They’re saving me a seat.” ― Leonard Cohen

Screenshots

Traffic Maps4 screens
Traffic Jam Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Traffic Maps at 66% against Traffic Jam Map's 0%. Traffic Maps also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (6.4K vs 2). Traffic Jam Map's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

Both are free to download. Traffic Maps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Traffic Jam Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Traffic Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Traffic Maps has 6.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Traffic Maps's written reviews are positive against 0% of Traffic Jam Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Traffic Maps ships an update monthly, Traffic Jam Map every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Traffic Maps versus Traffic Jam Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraffic MapsTraffic Jam Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.4K ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.4K — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLittle Mouse SoftwareAndrea Bisegna

Customer experience

Traffic Maps

All ratings6,442 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral4.0%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative27.9%

Traffic Jam Map

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Traffic Maps

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Frequently moves map without prompting
  • Slow and inaccurate traffic information

Requested features

3 requests
  • Widgets for real-time traffic
  • Option to disable automatic recenter
  • Ability to view local traffic only

Traffic Jam Map

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Traffic Maps

Subscriptions4
  • Navigation$1.991 Month
  • Traffic Maps Pro$2.991 Month
  • Navigation7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Traffic Maps Pro$14.991 Year
One-time4
  • Version ProFree
  • Version Pro$4.99
  • Motivating donation$4.99
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  • Inspiring donation$9.99
None

Traffic Jam Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Traffic Maps free?
Traffic Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Traffic Jam Map free?
Traffic Jam Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Traffic Maps or Traffic Jam Map?
Traffic Maps is rated higher. Traffic Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.4K ratings, while Traffic Jam Map averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Traffic Maps or Traffic Jam Map have ads?
Traffic Maps shows ads; Traffic Jam Map does not.
Which is updated more often, Traffic Maps or Traffic Jam Map?
Traffic Maps ships an update monthly, and Traffic Jam Map every 5 months. Most recently, Traffic Maps was updated on November 1, 2026 and Traffic Jam Map on November 1, 2026.

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