AlpineQuest Explorer Lite

4.2
AndroidGoogle Play

What it actually doesAlpineQuest is a navigation and route tracking app with topographic map support that works offline. It allows users to download maps, record tracks, calculate statistics, and navigate using GPS/compass, but has issues with map loading and stability.

45%Marketing ≈ reality35%Stability98%Live project

Actually does

  • Offline-first15% of reviews
  • Offline maps35% of reviews
  • Hiking maps15% of reviews
  • Running tracker10% of reviews
  • Turn-by-turn nav10% of reviews
  • Ad-free5% of reviews
  • Free tier5% of reviews
  • File manager

Claimed, but not confirmed by reviews

  • Data export
  • Data import
  • Подробная статистика по трекам и интерактивные графики
  • Создание и управление метками (путевые точки, маршруты, области)
  • No telemetry
  • Heart rate

Common complaints

  • Maps don't load45% of mentions

    «it starts and that's it, maps won't load either on mobile network, WiFi, or with VPN»

  • Maps haven't been updated for a long time10% of mentions

    «Maps aren't being updated. Complicated setup»

  • App is unstable, issues with background mode5% of mentions

    «if you allow it to work in background mode and disable power saving mode, it doesn't function properly»

  • Low positioning accuracy5% of mentions

    «rough app, quality has noticeably declined compared to previous versions. maps don't load. low accuracy»

  • Complaints about money extortion and refusal to refund7% of mentions

    «the app is a beggar. sucks money. extortion»

What people praise

  • Excellent offline performance, won't get lost in the forest

    «never got lost in the forest»

  • Good and convenient topographic maps

    «good maps, just need to download the required ones separately»

  • Pleasant and convenient interface

    «works great, pleasant interface. I recommend it!»

  • Useful and necessary app

    «very useful app»

  • No ads appreciated

    «I like it [referring to the absence of ads]»

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