RIN Locator vs S2Cells Map
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Search by city, state, or zip code
- View requalifier addresses
- Access contact information
- See authorized testing methods
- Check cylinder specifications
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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.
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | RIN Locator | S2Cells Map |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.1 (8 ratings) | 4.3 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 14 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration | Simon Frost |
Customer experience
RIN Locator
S2Cells Map
In-app purchases
RIN Locator
No in-app purchases
S2Cells Map
No in-app purchases
