GPX Viewer PRO: Hike & Bike vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against GPX Viewer PRO: Hike & Bike's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	GPX Viewer PRO: Hike & Bike This App	Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps Nemesis	Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping Contender	Footpath Route Planner Contender	Wikiloc - Trails of the World Contender	Geocaching® Peer	Bikemap: Bicycle Tracker & GPS Peer	MapXplorer: Map Radar Navigate New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	Vectura Games	TrailBehind	Avenza Systems Inc.	Half Mile Labs LLC	Wikiloc Outdoor SL	Groundspeak Inc.	Bikemap GmbH	Goldlab Applications Yazilim Bilişim Anonim Şirketi
Category	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation	Navigation
Platform	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	4.5 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.5 / 5
Ratings Count	201	31,855	124,686	21,040	5,077	63,576	9,334	28,252
Price	USD6.99	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Feb 5, 2020	May 22, 2017	Sep 19, 2010	May 7, 2013	May 19, 2011	Sep 16, 2009	Apr 16, 2013	Sep 6, 2023
Last Updated	Apr 4, 2026	Feb 17, 2026	Nov 5, 2025	Apr 9, 2026	Apr 13, 2026	Apr 2, 2026	Apr 13, 2026	Apr 10, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	negative	-	mixed	-	mixed	mixed	-	-
Score	25/100	-	45/100	-	55/100	55/100	-	-
Praises	-	-	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	Inconsistent feature parity between mobile platforms creates frustration for users switching from Android to iOS Navigation and waypoint management tools are difficult to locate or execute within the interface	-	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	Clearer instructional documentation is required to help users import and manage external map files	-	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	Lightweight interface reduces cognitive load for casual users Trackbook sync creates data-lock switching costs	-	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	0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates poor cross-platform stability $6.99 price point lacks recurring revenue for rapid iteration	-	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	free	freemium	freemium	freemium	subscription	freemium	subscription
Momentum	Intense	Active	Intense	Intense	Intense	Intense	Intense	Intense
Update Cadence	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions

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