Alignment Viewer vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Alignment Viewer's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Alignment Viewer This App	Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping Nemesis	Hammer: Truck GPS & Maps Contender	UTM Geo Map Y2Tech Contender	TomTom GO Expert: Truck GPS Peer	iNavX: Marine Navigation Peer	Wikiloc - Trails of the World New Kid	Geocaching® New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	NRG Surveys Ltd	Avenza Systems Inc.	TruckersReport.com	Yogi Yogantara	TomTom	NavX Studios LLC	Wikiloc Outdoor SL	Groundspeak Inc.
Category	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation
Platform	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	Android, iOS	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	3.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.7 / 5	3.3 / 5	4.2 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5
Ratings Count	7	124,686	34,783	3	2,430	21,018	5,077	63,576
Price	USD16.99	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jan 22, 2018	Sep 19, 2010	Jan 13, 2020	Oct 28, 2025	Mar 14, 2016	Feb 12, 2019	May 19, 2011	Sep 16, 2009
Last Updated	Oct 16, 2024	Nov 5, 2025	Apr 16, 2026	May 19, 2026	Mar 11, 2026	Sep 8, 2025	Apr 13, 2026	Apr 2, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	mixed	-	-	-	-	mixed	mixed
Score	50/100	45/100	-	-	-	-	55/100	55/100
Praises	Core utility functionality provides daily value for users who rely on the tool	Offline GPS functionality enables reliable navigation in remote areas without cellular service	-	-	-	-	Reliable trail navigation and offline map access provide confidence for outdoor exploration	Outdoor exploration mechanics encourage users to visit new locations and trails daily
Complaints	Frequent application crashes during daily use disrupt the core workflow for mobile users	Recent updates restrict free custom map imports and force users toward the store	-	-	-	-	GPS tracking inaccuracies and straight-line rendering issues disrupt the utility of recorded routes	Aggressive paywall restrictions limit access to basic caches for free-tier users
Requests	-	Native vehicle dashboard integration to allow hands-free navigation during outdoor activities	-	-	-	-	Granular privacy controls for activity uploads to prevent automatic public sharing of home locations	Driving navigation integration within the app to simplify travel between cache locations
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Geometric alignment support functions as a B2B distribution barrier into infrastructure projects Landscape dashboard mode drives daily field-use retention	Professional-grade map store partnerships sustain high-intent user acquisition Offline-first architecture creates a functional moat in remote environments	-	-	-	-	77 million trail database creates a high barrier to entry Hardware-integration partnerships with Garmin and COROS lock in power users	Global community network effect creates a treasure hunt barrier Physical-digital hybrid experience increases switching costs 25-year brand history sustains organic install velocity
Weaknesses	Price point at $16.99 lacks a free-tier entry funnel Persistent crash frequency forces repetitive reinstallation cycles	Premium tier gating of custom imports creates high churn risk Lack of vehicle dashboard integration limits usage in off-road segments	-	-	-	-	Public-by-default activity sharing drives privacy complaints 0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform-specific UI/UX neglect	Premium tier at category-median pricing 0.2★ Android-iOS rating gap Login failures post-update
Pricing	paid	freemium	free	freemium	freemium	freemium	freemium	subscription
Momentum	Zombie	Intense	Intense	Intense	Active	Steady	Intense	Intense
Update Cadence	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions

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