--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Open Location" developer_entity: "Michael Hoereth" bundle_id: "de.pentabyte.Map" app_store_id: "1524175676" category: "Navigation" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Free" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS" app_last_updated: "2026-04-26" report_date: "2026-05-04" report_version: "1.32" total_reviews: 2 overall_rating: 3 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.05 data_age_days: 57 momentum_velocity: "intense" intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["navigation", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "power", "users", "commuters"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/open-location" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" content_version: "v2" last_verified: "2026-05-06T05:45:05.343Z" --- # Open Location App Audit ## TL;DR {#tldr} - **Category**: Navigation · Free - **Signal**: Rating 3 > **TL;DR:** Open Location is a navigation app by Michael Hoereth, rated 3/5 by 2 users, available on iOS. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Open Location is a navigation app by Michael Hoereth. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 3/5 (2 reviews) | | **Category** | Navigation | | **Developer** | Michael Hoereth | | **Pricing** | Free | | **Platforms** | iOS | | **Confidence** | Low (0.05/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 57d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** Michael Hoereth - **Category:** Navigation - **Target Audience:** Power users and commuters who frequently switch between specialized navigation, transit, and outdoor mapping applications. - **Platforms:** iOS - **Version Audited:** 1.32 - **Audit Date:** 2026-05-04 - **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.05/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 1524175676 - **Bundle ID:** de.pentabyte.Map - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-04 ## Executive Snapshot Open Location is an iOS share-extension that enables users to transfer location data between disparate mapping and navigation applications. By acting as a bridge, it allows users to open shared coordinates, GPX waypoints, or geo-tagged media in their preferred third-party navigation or ride-sharing services. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] iOS Share Extension:** Integrates directly into the system share sheet to intercept location data from other apps. * *User Intent:* Users seek social connection and competitive engagement with peers. - **[Standard] Cross-App Location Routing:** Allows users to open shared points of interest in alternative apps like TomTom, Uber, or Outdooractive. * *User Intent:* Users seek social connection and competitive engagement with peers. - **[Standard] Broad Data Support:** Processes various location formats including vCards, geo-tagged media, GPX waypoints, KML placemarks, and Plus Codes. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Free ## App Momentum (Intense) {#momentum} Last updated 8d ago. 5 versions tracked. > **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 8 days since last update ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what} Open Location is an established navigation app that is completely free. With a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** This utility solves the interoperability gap between mapping apps by allowing users to redirect shared location data to their preferred navigation tool. **Best for:** Power users and commuters who frequently switch between specialized navigation, transit, and outdoor mapping applications. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 3/5 | | Total Reviews | 2 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Free | | Platforms | iOS | | Key Features | 3 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Open Location** (this app) | 3/5 | N/A | Michael Hoereth | | [Google Maps](https://marlvel.ai/apps/google-maps) | 4.0/5 | Mixed | Google | | [Cisco Spaces](https://marlvel.ai/apps/cisco-spaces) | 5.0/5 | N/A | Cisco | | [CacheToolBox](https://marlvel.ai/apps/ch-tn-t) | 5.0/5 | N/A | TN-TECHNOLOGY | | [GR10](https://marlvel.ai/apps/gr10) | 3.0/5 | N/A | Jorge Rodriguez-Flores Esparza | | [aSmart HUD +SpeedCams](https://marlvel.ai/apps/asmart-hud-speedcams) | 1.3/5 | N/A | Atoll Ordenadores | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** Michael Hoereth ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/open-location/id1524175676?uo=4) - **Sources:** App store metadata. ## Related Intel Reports - [*Google Maps*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/google-maps) (Google) — 4.0/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Cisco Spaces*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/cisco-spaces) (Cisco) — 5.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*CacheToolBox*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/ch-tn-t) (TN-TECHNOLOGY) — 5.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*GR10*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/gr10) (Jorge Rodriguez-Flores Esparza) — 3.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*aSmart HUD +SpeedCams*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/asmart-hud-speedcams) (Atoll Ordenadores) — 1.3/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*New Forest Maps Offline*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/new-forest-maps-offline) (JOMO Solutions Ltd) — 3.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Satellite Finder (Pro)*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-moenkemoeller-satelitefinder) (Peter Bohl) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Satellite Finder - DishPointer*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/satellite-finder-dishpointer) (MOHAMED AZAMOUZE) — 3.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Japan Mt.100*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/japan-mt-100) (MAKOTO SASAKI) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Around Me Place Finder*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/around-me-place-finder) (AppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment ## Methodology {#methodology} This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps. 2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks. 3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting. 4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category. 5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights. - **Confidence Score:** 0.05/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 0 - **Data Sources:** App Store metadata - **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform - **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence. - **Report Age:** 57 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/open-location) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.