Comparison

Radius on Map + vs Samsara Driver

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

Head to head
About

Radius on Map +

Create and share circular areas on a map with a unique URL. Supports various coordinate and distance units, and allows importing/exporting data in KML format. Ideal for planning and communication.

Highlights
  • Draw radius on map
  • Share radius via URL
  • Import/export KML files
  • Support for multiple coordinate formats
  • Support for various distance units
  • Customizable radius properties
  • No adverts
Features
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Easily make a radius on a map and share a url showing the radius via email or text message that can be viewed with any browser. The full version is a one-time purchase at a reasonable price. There is no recurring 'subscription' . Extra functionality of the full version includes: - Support for landscape and iPad split screen. - Share multiple radii in one url. - Lock a radius center to your current location. - Import radii stored as polygons in a .kml or .kmz file. You can import a file from a cloud service such as iCloud or Dropbox. - Export your radii as polygons saved to a kml file to view in Google Earth™ or other mapping applications. You can attach the .kml file to an email or save to iCloud, Dropbox, etc. - Ability to specify which radii show on the map by selecting them in the list view. - Search for keywords in name and/or notes field to find a specific saved radius. - Custom message header and footer. - No adverts Properties for each radius: - Center coordinate - Radius - Fill color and opacity - Perimeter color and opacity - Name - Notes (optional) Coordinate formats include: - Degrees - Degrees, Minutes - Degrees, Minutes, Seconds - UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) - MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) Distance units include: - Kilometers - Miles - Nautical miles - Meters - Yards - Feet Loading satellite maps requires an internet connection. Datum used is WGS-84. Please visit the support page for more details.

About

Samsara Driver

This app helps professional drivers manage daily tasks efficiently and safely. It streamlines Hours of Service compliance, vehicle inspections, and navigation. Drivers can also track performance, receive recognition, and access support, all within a single, easy-to-use interface.

Highlights
  • Hours of Service (HOS) logging and compliance
  • Vehicle inspection and DVIR submission
  • Safety scores and coaching tasks
  • Task, document, and route management
  • Gamified recognition and motivation features
  • Real-time navigation and messaging
Features
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The Driver App that works the way you do. Samsara Driver gives professional drivers everything they need to stay safe, complete daily tasks faster, get recognized for their work, and stay connected—no matter where the job takes them. Whether you’re managing Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, completing vehicle inspections, or navigating to your next stop, Samsara Driver brings your most important workflows together in one easy-to-use app. Stay on track with your Compliance • Log and certify your Hours of Service directly in the app • Receive alerts for upcoming breaks and potential violations • Access and share inspection reports with roadside officials in a second Stay safe on the road • See safety scores, active coaching tasks, and key performance trends. • Review and acknowledge safety events directly in the app. • Complete training in short, mobile-friendly formats. Complete everyday workflows • Access tasks, documents, routes, and forms in just a few taps. • Submit DVIRs and inspections with a few clicks and no paper. • Reduce skipped steps with guided, tile-based workflows. Get recognized & stay motivated • View scorecards, badges, and streaks. • Receive kudos for great driving. • Track milestones and climb the leaderboard. Access help when it matters • Get routing guidance and real-time navigation. • Message managers or dispatch without leaving the app. • Use SOS to call for help or flag emergencies. Why drivers love Samsara Driver • Easy access to the tools and workflows you use every day. • End-of-day recaps reinforce safe habits and recognize achievements. • Built-in gamification keeps you engaged and motivated.

Screenshots

Radius on Map +4 screens
Samsara Driver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Samsara Driver at Free against Radius on Map +'s $5.99. Samsara Driver also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (49K vs 4). Radius on Map +'s advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 61%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.5). On ads, 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

Samsara Driver is free to download; Radius on Map + costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Samsara Driver holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samsara Driver has 49K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Radius on Map +'s written reviews are positive against 61% of Samsara Driver's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Radius on Map + ships an update every 3 months, Samsara Driver every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Radius on Map + versus Samsara Driver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRadius on Map +Samsara Driver
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.8 (49K ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better60.9% of reviews
Number of ratings449K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB331 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTappiAppsSamsara Networks, Inc.

Customer experience

Radius on Map +

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

Samsara Driver

All ratings49,181 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews670 reviews
Positive60.9%
Neutral8.1%
Negative31.0%

Bugs and requests

Radius on Map +

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Samsara Driver

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App randomly logging out users while driving
  • Inaccurate duty status changes and driving time tracking
  • Issues with trailer information and pre/post-trip inspections
  • Syncing problems between app and vehicle data

Requested features

4 requests
  • Split sleeper functionality that works as expected
  • Better notification system with customizable alerts
  • Ability to view logs and hours on multiple devices
  • More flexibility in duty status changes and yard moves

In-app purchases

None

Radius on Map +

No in-app purchases

None

Samsara Driver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Radius on Map + free?
Radius on Map + costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Samsara Driver free?
Samsara Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Radius on Map + or Samsara Driver?
Samsara Driver is rated higher. Radius on Map + averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Samsara Driver averages 4.8 from 49K ratings.
Do Radius on Map + or Samsara Driver have ads?
Neither Radius on Map + nor Samsara Driver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Radius on Map + or Samsara Driver?
Radius on Map + ships an update every 3 months, and Samsara Driver every 3 weeks. Most recently, Radius on Map + was updated on October 7, 2026 and Samsara Driver on October 19, 2026.

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