Comparison

RIN Locator vs S2Cells Map

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

Head to head
About

RIN Locator

Find approved cylinder requalifiers by city, state, or zip code. Get addresses, contact details, and authorized testing methods for each entity. This tool helps users locate qualified professionals for cylinder inspection and certification.

Highlights
  • Search by city, state, or zip code
  • View requalifier addresses
  • Access contact information
  • See authorized testing methods
  • Check cylinder specifications
Features
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The RIN Locator allows you to search for an approved cylinder requalifier. By entering a city/state or zip code, this tool will provide a list of approved cylinder requalifiers including address, contact information, and the authorized testing methods and cylinder specifications for the approved entity. The web-based version may be accessed at https://portal.phmsa.dot.gov/rinlocator A person must meet the requirements of 49 CFR Sections 107.805, 180.211, and 180.212 to be approved to inspect, test, certify, repair, or rebuild a cylinder in accordance with a DOT specification or a UN pressure receptacle under subpart C of part 178 or subpart C of part 180, or under the terms of a special permit issued under this part.

About

S2Cells Map

Visualize S2 cell boundaries globally for augmented reality and gaming applications. Compare real-world locations to S2 cell divisions and optionally integrate with the Ingress Intel Map to check existing portals for new submissions.

Highlights
  • View S2 cell boundaries globally
  • Compare landmarks to S2 cells
  • Augmented reality app assistance
  • Gaming application support
  • Optional Ingress Intel Map integration
  • Check portal/stop locations
Features
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Easily view S2 cell boundaries anywhere in the world. S2 cells are used for a variety of services, including augmented reality apps and games. This app can assist when comparing real-world landmarks to S2 cell boundaries. With optional integration to the Ingress Intel Map, you can easily view existing portals/stops to ensure new submissions are in clear cells.

Screenshots

RIN Locator4 screens
S2Cells Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RIN Locator at Free against S2Cells Map's $0.99. S2Cells Map's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.1). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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

RIN Locator is free to download; S2Cells Map costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

S2Cells Map holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RIN Locator ships an update every 18 months, S2Cells Map every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RIN Locator versus S2Cells Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRIN LocatorS2Cells Map
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.1 (8 ratings)4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 14 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety AdministrationSimon Frost

Customer experience

RIN Locator

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

S2Cells Map

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RIN Locator

No in-app purchases

None

S2Cells Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RIN Locator free?
RIN Locator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is S2Cells Map free?
S2Cells Map costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RIN Locator or S2Cells Map?
S2Cells Map is rated higher. RIN Locator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while S2Cells Map averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.
Do RIN Locator or S2Cells Map have ads?
Neither RIN Locator nor S2Cells Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RIN Locator or S2Cells Map?
RIN Locator ships an update every 18 months, and S2Cells Map every 14 months. Most recently, RIN Locator was updated on September 4, 2026 and S2Cells Map on September 28, 2026.

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