Traffic Maps vs Archies Explorer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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Traffic Maps shows the state of the traffic in real time on two maps: - Each map shows and follows your position while you drive - Set the zoom in each map independently, the app will remember it the next time you use it - Set the size of the maps, you can also remove one of them and use just one - Use the button in each map to make it follow the bearing of your vehicle, or to see the map bearing north from above - Choose if the map will be shown in the direction you are moving, or if your location will be placed in the center of the map - Choose if after moving a map, it is centered in your position automatically, manually or after a time With Traffic Maps you can check if your highway exit is jammed and choose another, o change your way if there is a traffic jam ahead. The Pro version does not have ads, has a Siri shortcut and map styles. Note: this app uses your GPS, this can drain your battery quickly.
Archies Explorer
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Meet Archies Explorer — the walk tracker and star finder built for curious dogs and their humans. Go for a walk and track every step with live GPS mapping, distance, pace, and HealthKit integration. When the sun goes down, point your phone at the sky and explore 8,834 real stars and all 7 visible planets — Earth not included, you're standing on it. WALK TRACKER • Live GPS route map with distance, duration, and pace • HealthKit step counting and active minutes • Walk history with streaks and lifetime stats • Background location tracking STAR FINDER • 8,834 stars from the HYG astronomical catalog • All 7 planets with real-time positions, verified against the actual sky • Star colors, magnitudes, and distances • Rich mythology and science for every object • Tap any star or planet to learn more EXPLORE • Discover nearby parks and trails • View your past walk routes on the map • Search any location and get directions EXPLORER PRO (one-time purchase, no subscription) • Constellation overlays drawn on the live sky • Tonight's Sky with moon phase at a glance • ISS tracker and meteor shower calendar • Dog-friendly places on the Explore map • New sky features added regularly Part of the Archies Universe — built by a dad and his Miniature Schnauzer, figuring it out together.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Archies Explorer at none against Traffic Maps's shown. Archies Explorer also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Traffic Maps sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Archies Explorer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Traffic Maps ships an update monthly, Archies Explorer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Traffic Maps | Archies Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Little Mouse Software | Robert E. Farney |
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
Archies Explorer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Traffic Maps
- Version ProFree
- Version Pro$4.99
- Motivating donation$4.99
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- Inspiring donation$9.99
Archies Explorer
- Archies Explorer Pro$4.99
Questions
Is Traffic Maps free?
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Do Traffic Maps or Archies Explorer have ads?
Which is updated more often, Traffic Maps or Archies Explorer?
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