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I have been using ExplorOZ Traveller as my GPS navigation Software for the past 18 months. Here is my full review and I give you my views if this is the best Navigation Software for Overlanding and 4WD in Australia. Including direct map comparison between Hema 4x4 Explorer, Gaia and ExplorOz Traveller
00:00 Intro
00:57 Disclaimer
1:07 My Travel Background
1:16 ExplorOZ Traveller History
2:51 What I like about ExplorOz Traveller
4:07 Map Comparison Hema 4x4 Explore, ExplorOZ and Gaia
6:11 POI and Track Database
6:49 Waypoints
7:25 POI’s near me
7:54 Track Database
8:00 General overview of features
8:83 Web App and Maps
9:10 Extract Track Logs
9:40 Turn By Turn Navigation
9:58 What needs Improvement
11:03 Final Conclusion

[@terryoleary5424]

Thanks Stefan , I’ve been waiting for someone to do a full honest review on these.

[@OverlandExposure]

I have to say I purchased the app based off this video Stefan, great job. And GREAT job to the team at ExplorOz. I run a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the app didn't work when I loaded it last night. I contacted support last night and had some correspondence first this this morning from them. By tonight they have released and had approved an app update to fix an issue with my phone type and OS loading the app. That is incredible customer response and care about their product. I can see why the products that they have built are so good when they are willing to put that sort of effort it. Definitely can't say the same about HEMA.

[@Kev-Downunder]

Fantastic review. So glad I discovered your site

[@AlloffroadAu]

Welcome aboard!

[@dirtbikeadv]

Yeah great vid mate! It was great seeing the three maps beside each other in the CSR area.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad you enjoyed

[@georgedaniels3683]

Great review Stephan....I’m in the market for an app as I’m getting a 4wd.....as much as I like hema in general, it looks like I’ll get the exploroz app based on your review. I’ll use hema only for its paper maps and atlases/guides.

[@jaynekk1]

Was going to try Hemas 4x4 explorer but see now the exploreoz app is the way to go, Thanks for the review!

[@AlloffroadAu]

No problem 👍

[@BallBagsification]

Love how you compare with the other mapping apps

[@shanebaker2195]

Great review Stefan. Thank you. A tutorial would be an awesome resource. Cheers

[@AlloffroadAu]

Noted!

[@michaelbyrne6743]

Hi Stephen, because of your positive review of this product I purchased it just before Easter and downloaded the 2021 maps, I'm a tech dummy but absolutely love it, thankyou

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad I could help!

[@Andrew_marr]

Great review Stefan, I think You’ve helped my find my next navigation app, cheers mate! 👍

[@AlloffroadAu]

it has its flaws but together with MemoryMaps, it's still one of my top 2 Navigation apps.

[@Andrew_marr]

@@AlloffroadAu I’ve just watched the tutorial on the ExploreOz app, great work nice and clear, awesome walkthrough. So what does the Memory Maps give you that the ExploreOz maps don’t?

[@AlloffroadAu]

in some instances old Hema Raster Maps are better, sharing and track logging is better in MM and the app and maps are faster and more stable. Planing long distances is still difficult with any OSM based product due to most POI , Landmarks, road name disappearing if you zoom out so old Hema better for that.

[@parc2252]

Thank you Stefan, and great to hear the developer is passionate about their product. Got the app and I’m looking forward to their new topo maps release. Totally done with Hema’s arrogance customer support and ditching products instead of improving them.

[@AlloffroadAu]

You and me both!

[@stevegiusti2312]

yes please a tutorial would be great

[@mattpearce4099]

Agree with you here, hands down the best. But in saying that Stefan an in depth tutorial would be very beneficial. Hopefully you can manage one soon...all the best and take care...Matt. P.S....not sure if you remember but I was the person that introduced myself to you when you were parked up in Kiewa Street Albury NSW. A few years ago now...🍺

[@AlloffroadAu]

Coming

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Great vid, some top tips. Thanks for the upload 👌

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@fritzintroopy]

Great review. Will definitely have a look at this. I’m definitely not in love with my Hema explorer app. This looks so much better.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@directgrover]

A detailed tutorial including how to download, update and stimulate no internet usage would be amazing mate! Thanks

[@AlloffroadAu]

Will do tutorial once new vector version is out as this will change a few things

[@robkay9227]

Good review mate!

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad you liked it

[@robkay9227]

@@AlloffroadAu They should give you a discount code

[@CliveWebbAustralia]

Great review. Thank you...

[@AlloffroadAu]

Very welcome

[@mjmcb1]

I'm soon to be heading out to the Canning Stock Route [once WA stops closing the damn border and the weather cools down]. ExplorOz definitely looks like the best tool for the job by a long mile. I do a lot of aerial mapping using drones, always in areas many hundreds of kilometres from an internet connection, so I really hate apps that require me to have access to a website, even temporarily. It's incredibly frustrating to accidentally 'log out' of an app and have a Login: prompt when you're 200 km north of Docker River. For a navigation app, I need to be able to download all the maps I need, and then some more. If I had a dollar for all the times I've downloaded all the maps I thought I needed, and then still found myself 'off the map', I'd probably own Google.

[@crispyinasia61]

Thanks Stefan, another informative video with alot of information. I have been vacillating on this for a long while between Hema and ExplorOz. What model iPad are you running this on and have you found that the ExplorOz is less thirsty on processing power as compared to Hema or any of the others?

[@AlloffroadAu]

running it on 5 devices iPhone XS, Ipad Min 4, iPad Mini, I paid Air 3rd gen no issues on either beside that the older devices are slower in general.

[@crispyinasia61]

@@AlloffroadAu thanks Stefan, is there one device that you utilise more than other?

[@AlloffroadAu]

my two main devices in the car are the Mini 4 and Air 3

[@theancientones3755]

thank you for saving me money and time and for this video i was confused now i will be purchasing explorOZ for sure after seeing the vid and how they took the time to post comments on your vid to whats coming thanks for making my decision easy

[@AlloffroadAu]

there is a big update with the new vector maps coming in a few days or so..

[@rayzor3463]

Couple of things I don’t like with it. You can’t access or control your track log from the app and I think you have to pay an additional amount for their tracker app too though I may be wrong on that last part. When you’re driving and you want to look ahead or move the map it will always immediately revert back to your current location unless you click on the target circle/triangle icon once or twice depending on if you are in direction of travel mode or north mode. Currently when you are travelling at any decent speed the resolution isn’t good enough to see where the turn off is exactly and a lot of the time I’ll drive past it when it looks like it’s still up ahead on the app, perhaps this will be resolved in the new vector maps when they’re released.

[@HerewardDundasTaylor]

Your reviews are among the very best I have seen!! Clear, concise and precise! This review confirmed my purchase of the entire ExplorOz apps for our journey across the Simpson Desert in October 2022. On that, can you please help me locate the regular camspites on the various tracks, particularly Hay River Track and Madigan? I have seen these referred to, but sadly, actual location's are rarely given.

[@AlloffroadAu]

to be honest a few things have changed since the review, for the Simpson in particular I would recommend MemoryMaps for all with Hema map pack. The older Hema speciality maps are best for Simpson.

[@HerewardDundasTaylor]

@@AlloffroadAu I'm confused. Just last year you gave Hema a battering but now you say their older maps are better? Why weren't they better before? You also gave ExplorOZ a really fantastic plug , I'm disappointed that there was tag at the end of the video that you had since decided differently about the best maps. I purchased their apps based on such a great review. It would be helpful if you updated any such videos at the end with a tag to say there is an update to the opinion expressed in the video with a link to review what you now feel is now better. Have you done a video for how MemoryMaps are now better?

[@lukebrady3728]

Hi Stefan, really great video. What nav/gps hardware product would you recommend to go with this mapping system. I am relatively new to the 4wd community and basically looking for a portable device as opposed to a vehicle mounted device.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I would go with an iPad or alternatively with a reasonable good Android Tablet

[@northislandguy]

You always do great content 🤙 Would love a walkthrough how the iPad is used for GPS

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you, just working on a ipad and phone holder solution video

[@northislandguy]

@@AlloffroadAu awesome can’t wait 🤙

[@jamestanner9198]

looks really good exploreoz

[@christurner68]

Another great feature it is optimised for iPad/tablets. HEMA is so annoying for not being that........

[@stephentambaphotography2292]

Wow mate! Thank you for this video! I,.like so many other people went out and bought the HX-1 and to me, haven't been impressed with it except on a windy day.. it does make for a great paperweight!.. lol.. just wanting to know what tablet do U use in your vehicle to run the App? I'm an android user and would consider purchasing a tablet to run the App as well as have it on my phone. I'm planning a trip out around Broken Hill this year and this program will be awesome to have. And it's a very BIG YES from me for U to do a tutorial on the App. Cheers mate.. and once again, thank you!

[@AlloffroadAu]

as I rely solely on digital maps I have 1 x Ipad Mini, 1 x Ipad air and an iPhone 10. I'm working on a tutorial as we speak

[@stephentambaphotography2292]

@@AlloffroadAu awesome mate.. thank you for taking the time to answer my message! Will spend the next couple of days checking out your other videos as well as looking forward to your tutorial video..

[@6wilbur9]

Tutorial would be great. Thx for the timely review. I just purchased this software but yet to use

[@AlloffroadAu]

Coming soon

[@theminer6257]

ExploreOz have already posted several tutorials on KZbin.

[@Craqthump]

Hi Stephan, would really love to see you do a detailed tutorial

[@AlloffroadAu]

Noted!

[@berendpilon1632]

These are great! As I'm just looking into nav apps :). Is there a review for Melbourne made Dirtmaps in the making perhaps? Asking for a friend ;) :P

[@AlloffroadAu]

I have Dirt maps and like that it's Australian made but not yet ready for prime time in my opinion so I'm watching how it's improved and comes along.

[@codycool7]

It would be super useful if you would do a video on how to use the app and the website. After watching your video series, I have bought the ExplorOZ app and really liking it. Thank you for your great work.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thank you I likely will do a tutorial once new version with 18k download is release in March

[@trickster8635]

Great info. What device do you run it on when mobile?

[@AlloffroadAu]

iPad and iPhone X

[@gregwilliamson6247]

Hi Stefan, great video on ExploreOz! Just bought it and an iPad Mini after your recommendation. Can you say what holder you use for your iPad Mini? They aren’t many options.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I use a Ram Mount with a dual suction cup holder, can't remember brand of the second holder attached to seat base.

[@gregwilliamson6247]

@@AlloffroadAu Thanks for your reply Stefan. Very helpful!

[@BenMitro]

Thanks - that was a great overview of the ExploreOz app - thanks Stephan. Looking forward to the vector maps option!!! I've always wondered how good the maps in OpenStreetMaps are for outback travel. They are perfectly fine for suburban use (IMHO), but no idea if the model of community generation of maps applies to outback and offroad use.

[@AlloffroadAu]

from my experience Open Street Maps is not that good for any remote stuff like Canning, Simpson or most other Deserts it was also not good around SA and the Great Bight thats why I'm looking forward seeing the ExplorOz Traveller Vector Map's based on OSM but they have found a way to overlay all their tracks without making it available to the OSM project and share with everyone else.

[@paulfxst]

Stefan, another very very good review by you, your 4x4 driving experience and subject matter knowledge and requirements shows through with a well presented video. You are definitely a go to guy when I need to fulfil my research criteria. I do have a question for you though, I know you touched on it in this video but I have been unable to find a definitive answer even on the Exploroz blog's. My question is "has the Exploroz Traveller app now have the capability to export Treck, Track, Route files in the GPX file format/extension?" I ask because, I like you do rate the Exploroz GPS and Track's data from a planning perspective, but my actual GPS device uses GPX file format which I am comfortable using and do not wish to change. I sincerely hope you can answer my query, Regards Paul.

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you Paul, no ExploreOz unfortunately still does not have the feature to easily Export or Import GPX files, this is still quite a short coming newer versions of app are also often quite slow and laggy on mi iPad.

[@paulfxst]

@@AlloffroadAu Wow such a quick reply!!! many thanks Stefan, I was about to purchase the Exploroz App but will hold off and see if there is a work around, such an important requirement for me.

[@nauseumster]

What about ability to filter for Adventure motorcycling?

[@terrybarbie5207]

Hi Stefan - a tutorial would be great. I've recently purchased this after trialing other apps. The reason I purchased because it became very evident that it a far superior app. Thank you.

[@AlloffroadAu]

hi mate I have done a basic tutorial but probably won't do any more about the app.

[@old-wookie]

Where can i get the large monitor that you use, i only have my iPhone, and sometimes it’s a little hard to see, I have only been watching your videos for a short while and really like what I have seen. I am thinking about becoming a patient so I will keep watching.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I use an iPad

[@alainstasse4602]

Big yes to a tutorial

[@AlloffroadAu]

probably after new vector version is out in March

[@brianmcmahon8403]

Stefan. Will this link to Apple Carplay or is there a display unit you would recommend to put on the dash/windscreen ?

[@AlloffroadAu]

would not recommend EOT anymore had way to many issues with app over past year. Just returned from a trip were EOT just stopped showing any map for 2 days better get Memory Maps

[@4xplore64]

Good review, what’s your thoughts between Exploreoz and Avenza? I moved to Avenza about a year ago and found it good however can be expensive purchasing multiple map sections for different areas.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I did a review for Avenza over a year ago I like it but ultimately to much effort downloading all individual maps, the cost and it's a bit cumbersome. I use now memory Maps with all Hema Raster maps and ExplorOz as my main app.

[@4xplore64]

It’s certainly a positive that the app developers are listening to feedback to improve, I think there are other mapping companies that aren’t as supportive. Would be good if they can fix the weigh point issue you mentioned, as understand how frustrating it can be when you want to adjust a weigh point once logged. Thanks for the review and feedback, even though I’ve invested quite a bit of money into Avenza maps I’m going to give this one a shot, as im always looking for better mapping options. I guess by the time you’ve bought the app, 2 in app map purchases your around $150, then another $30 to join the site it’s still cheaper that a lot of other options.

[@frankpaterson6291]

From a frequent user - an excellent review and I agree 100% with your verdict. One point, though. Stephan says once you drop a pin and make a POI (a "Place" in EO terms) you can't edit its position, eg if you do an approximate one on the fly. If it's an identifiable feature on the map, you can. 1 When you create the POI/Place, make sure you save it as Private (or in the latest V5.0.7, "Personal") 2 At your leisure, maybe in camp, go back to the Place you created, zoom right in for max detail, scroll the map until the crosshairs are accurately placed on the feature and drop a temporary pin (but don't save it). Note the coordinates. 3 Go back to the Place you created, open it for editing, edit the coordinates from your notes in step 2 and save again. Done

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you, great workaround but probably would be quick to just create a new one. Would love the feature to just move it on map like Hema or Memory Maps.

[@frankpaterson6291]

@@AlloffroadAu If you create a new, public one then you have a duplicate, which goes into the database so all users see it. The administrators must sort this out because once a POI/Place is public it cannot be edited or deleted by users, only by Administrators. I am one such administrator and would much prefer duplicates not occurring. As a third party not on the spot, how would I know which of the two is correct? Better to leave it private until you have "pinned" (excuse the pun) it down with correct coordinates, then save it as public if that is your wish. Agree that within the app a tool to move it would be nice. Administrators have that facility in the on-line system to correct obvious errors. I really enjoy your channel - one of the best 4wd channels, 5 stars. No rip-tear-bust, just considered, technical, safe 4WDing. First class.

[@AlloffroadAu]

@@frankpaterson6291 thanks a lot Frank

[@mickmcdonald1779]

Hi Stephan, just wondering what device you have downloaded the explore ox app onto? Is that a mini iPad?

[@AlloffroadAu]

I run a iPad mini and aIpad air. Explore Oz runs quite slow and laggy on the iPad mini unfortunately

[@brucebird133]

@@AlloffroadAu Is this still an issue on Ipad mini ? I've just scored one for mapping :(

[@skcampbell4061]

Enjoyed the video, does or will it support CarPlay? I feel like this is a function that all gps apps need to apply

[@AlloffroadAu]

good point I don't have it but can see that if you have it it would be a good thing to have.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Don’t think it will Car Play is Apple and Googles monopoly

[@michaelhermans4753]

After spending a lot of time reading reviews I went with Oziexplorer a couple of years ago You highlighted a lot more and confirmed my decision Their maps a the best Well done

[@AlloffroadAu]

OzzieExplor is a different app though

[@michaelhermans4753]

@@AlloffroadAu sorry I mean ExplorOz traveller

[@cookie13spike]

Great review! Any tips on how to get all my data (6 years worth) out of Hema Explorer Pro for ExploreOZ? Hema has not been working since update and this looks like a great alternative.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I'm speaking to Hema as I'm in the same predicament supposedly they will release a bulk export tool but I hold my breath.

[@cookie13spike]

@@AlloffroadAu Lets hope! haha... Hema has really driven me away from their products. Used to work great but now its just to much of a hurdle to have it working.

[@andrewtoon1954]

I'm new to using 4wd maps at present have the free MM maps but hopefully next year I'm going to retire and do a lot of travelling in Australia and would like to know which maps would be best for me. Is there somewhere someone can teach me how to use these maps ???

[@AustralianImage]

I'm pretty much a Victorian High Country traveller only and have been using Memory Map with the latest Hema 4WD maps and they aren't too bad. There have been a few errors, but I can expect that from any map and the only reliable maps are Rooftop that are not available digitally. I've just moved from a Windows tablet to an Android tablet and Memory Map is a lot better to use. I've tried many different digital navigation systems, OziExploer etc since the first ones came out and so far Memory Map has been the most consistent. Surprisingly, Here WeGo maps (the old Nokia maps) is incredibly detailed and an excellent backup, as you can install it on any Android device for free and don't need mobile reception. I used my Nokia 6110 Navigator (which still works) that was the first phone to have GPS and maps included, to navigate from a High Country day drive from our camp and back to camp. The ExploreOz mapping system reminds me of an old vector mapping program (can't remember the name) available from Victorian map stores but, for whatever reason, died in the ditch a long time ago. It was absolutely brilliant.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I like the Rooftop but as you said unfortunately not digital, but I also like the SV 4wd map for the VHC.

[@AustralianImage]

@@AlloffroadAu I'd forgotten about Spacial Vision maps, as they haven't been advertising as much as they used to do. Will have to check them out again. I just checked and their app is only for iOS. That is just gobsmacking. While the OS use varies by platform, tablet or phone, Android use in Australia is still nearly 50% for phones. It (sorry about the typo that linked to some odd site - 'phone. It' without a space between the full stop and I) almost appears as if some developers etc are trying to force people to Apple.

[@AlloffroadAu]

@@AustralianImage I only found them for MudMap unfortunately and is the only reason why I still have MudMap on my iPad.

[@AlloffroadAu]

get a software who can the map their own app is horrible from memory. Supposedly Avenza has the Maps in their store

[@AustralianImage]

@@AlloffroadAu Memory Map with Hema 4WD Victoria High Country raster maps and Rooftop paper maps works reasonably well. I just wish Rooftop made their maps from something a bit more robust than toilet paper.

[@stevendouglas6593]

Hi, can I ask what device are you running ExplorOz on. I would love to try it, but their website says you require 4G of RAM or it can cause instability offline. This is right at the top end for most portable Apple or android devices. Does your device have this much RAM? Have you tried running it on less. Thanks

[@AlloffroadAu]

I'm running it on a few devices iPhone XS, iPad Mini 4, Ipad Air 3 seem to run ok

[@stevendouglas6593]

@@AlloffroadAu Thanks very much for the reply. I have an iPad which has at least as much ram as your devices so I’m going to go ahead and buy it. Great review, thanks for taking the time to show all the features. Makes it so much easier for dummies like me.

[@CliveJOhnson-lm5ym]

what ipad are you using with exploroz traveller, thanks

[@AlloffroadAu]

few different ones from Mini to Air

[@davej9022]

Has the new vector version been released, if so, is there a tutorial on downloading, updatimg and using it? Thank you.

[@AlloffroadAu]

not really to many functional changes to often to keep up to date

[@garyheterick9959]

Is it usable with Apple CarPlay if you have it on your phone?

[@AlloffroadAu]

I don’t have car play but I don’t think it does.

[@volvogt21]

Thanks Stefan. So one android subscription will cover my phone and tablets?

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes as long as they all android and as far as I know.

[@volvogt21]

@@AlloffroadAu awesome thanks

[@thewattys8233]

High Stephan, Could or should the app be used on a mobile phone? Just wanting to know the best way to use the app. I am heading to the oodnadatta track and flinders rangers in July

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes you can though it’s a small screen watch my 2022 update I would recommend new MemoryMaps For All over EOT.

[@thewattys8233]

@@AlloffroadAu great, thanks very much. I have wikki camps which is what I planned the trip on. As this is our first time out there i was not sure if i would require something other then wikki camps.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yea wiki camps is only to find campsites not for navigation unless you maybe only stay on roads

[@kingazza12311]

Have you looked at Garmin overlander gps?

[@AlloffroadAu]

I have an older Garmin GPS in the glove box for emergencies. I tried to get one for review purposes as I would not spend nearly 1k on a single-purpose device for testing. I don't think it has anything I could not do with my iPad's.

[@noodlefoo]

Exploroz has just released the new version 6 of Traveller app and the 2021 version of EOTopo map with vector graphics yesterday. I just bought both today for my iPad.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes not yet for apple though waiting for that

[@noodlefoo]

@@AlloffroadAu Actually I have just bought and downloaded onto both my iPhone 12 and iPad 6. Traveller app is version 6.0.4.

[@big5astra]

Lucky you. I bought Traveller app and the Eotopo maps end Jan 2021 and now have to pay another $50 to get the new EOTopo maps. Bit of a shame...

[@noodlefoo]

@@big5astra That’s why it pays to do a bit of research before you buy an app (pun intended).

[@big5astra]

@@noodlefoo Even ExplorOz did not know when the new EoTopo maps were coming out - or so they claimed.

[@stuartkcalvin]

Thanks mate, great piece. I don't understand why ExplorOz is better than Hema - Hema have teams on the road 24/7?!

[@einfelder8262]

I don't understand what Hema is about these days. They used to be fantastic. But now the Hema Explorer App on Android is unusable after they have made some "upgrades" and they don't care at all. They take weeks to reply to a paid user's support request and then the reply is rubbish anyway because the app still freezes. won't log you in, won't download your maps, won't bloody work.

[@AlloffroadAu]

@Comfortable na mate I don't think that is true, in reality, they have far less then they make you think, and now it's sold so just part of a Publishing house that seems to have provided the nail in the coffin. ExplorOz has over 70.000 subscribers actively contributing far more then Hema ever could have on the road.

[@knowname7289]

Sadly I bought Hema HX7 biggest waste of $ .constantly looses satellite, maps don't load fully I ALWAYS have to zoom out and back in to get detailed map , out of date off road maps with far too many tracks not even on "updated" maps... and address search is a nightmare

[@radod6147]

I bought ExporOz because I was sick of Hema HX1 giving me troubles most of the time from day one. At the end I didn't even bother to have it fixed. Just waste of money. On the other hand I can't fault much ExplorOz. There are issues but, ExploreOz is pretty good navigation and with upcoming update for 18K offline maps, you can't go wrong.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes 100%

[@tomrollings4233]

Hi I agree great software Have you used oziexplorer if so what did you think

[@AlloffroadAu]

Looked in to it some years ago but because windows and Android only was never a serious option. To be honest UI is 20 years old and nowadays there are better option as I don’t need a lot of the functionality OzziExplorer has.

[@tomrollings4233]

@@AlloffroadAu thanks for the reply like your content :)

[@kevincox1816]

Another vote for Oziexplorer. You can use it with different map sources. I have Exploroz, Hema & GetLost maps loaded. You are also able to customise the user interface.

[@AlloffroadAu]

@@kevincox1816 yea far to cluncy for me, and still not availabel for Apple if I want to use multiple map sources I use Avenza which has a modern UI and is constantly developed and improved.

[@kevincox1816]

@@AlloffroadAu can you load place name database in Avenza?

[@mikeykeyes]

das heißt jetzt vorsprung durch technik Herr Stefan. Danke.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Lol gern geschehen

[@SwampySi]

What hardware are you running it on? I purchased this but performance is very poor on my ipad mini.

[@AlloffroadAu]

iPad Mini and iPad Air but I recently also have a few issues with Maps not loading and being very slow..

[@SwampySi]

@@AlloffroadAu Just heard from them, there is a fix coming in 6.3 for this issue. Currently fixed if using online maps, will be fixed for offline in 6.3

[@AlloffroadAu]

@@SwampySi yea does not work for me with online or offline map's renders the app useless at present.

[@brucebird133]

@@SwampySi Does this work ok now on Ipad mini or still having issues?

[@SwampySi]

@@brucebird133 I gave up and got a refund. switched to something else.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

I bought the product but just could not get on with it. Map detail seemed to be very poor and badly pixelated. A tutorial on it might be really useful. I am using Australia Topo maps as it is the only system I have found that has downloadable sat view. Explorer has virtually no map detail in towns and I want something I can use without swapping apps.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Hm when did you use it last? I took me a little while to get used to app and they have made quite a few good changes. You need to choose correct map, if you have reception the 18k EoTopo maps are very accurate also in towns, if you don't have reception you use 144k maps. This will soon all change when they release 18k map in Vector so no internet required.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

@@AlloffroadAu It has been a while so maybe things have changed but I was very disappointed with it when I tried it out. Australia Topo turned out to do everything I wanted so I'm not sure if I will give explorer another go or not. A good tutorial might get me interested again (hint hint) :)

[@AlloffroadAu]

Yeah when I first started using it I also gave up quickly again, but send them tons of suggestions which to my surprise they mostly implemented. I'm well aware of the Australian 25 topo maps and they are good but for the explorative travelled I do can't beat ExplorOz so many Poi, and small obscure tracks no other map has.

[@alanmacaulay6496]

Does it work through apple carplay?

[@AlloffroadAu]

no Apple Car Play

[@SwampySi]

It might be good, but WOW it's expensive! App: $59.99 Offline Maps: $49.99 TOTAL: $109.98 And that just get's you on 1 platform, you need another $59.99 if you want it on your PC or Android Tablet.. If it was a universal App then that would be OK, bot not when it's platform specific.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Yes but that is no subscription so unless you need updated maps every 2 years or so that’s what you ever pay. Hema 4x4 Explore is $49 for app and the $49 per year for the “premium map” and an additional $49 per year for a few raster maps.

[@random1110111]

If it was available on multiple platforms for the same price I'd be all over it.

[@deanspringer5684]

Have you used ozi explorer ?

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes a long time ago on the Mac in an emulator, I dont think it has changed much since. Powerfull software but I can't do with a 20 year old user interface and it's not availabel for Apple. Most of the advanced features I don't need.

[@iantaylor989]

The only problem I have had with ExplorOZ Traveller is the amount of marked tracks that just dont exist or are restricted access, and there are thousands. At least with Hema you know if it's shown then it exists and if it's private it's marked as private. This is why I use both Hema and ExplorOZ Traveller.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Yes I agree I also use a free other apps like MemoryMaps with Top and Hema 4wd Maps and confirm. But overall I rather have tracks which are locked or the overgrown then tracks which exists not listed. But definitely something to keep in mind if you use it for trip planing.

[@iantaylor989]

@@AlloffroadAu Mt Davies Road is still marked on ExplorOZ Traveller and hasn't been there since the mid 60's. People still try and drive it. Mount Brown track to Hawker gate was closed years ago by the station because of the conduct of 4x4 drivers but people still drive it

[@einfelder8262]

I have tried to drive many tracks in the High Country using Hema Maps (back when their app worked) which no longer exist. In my opinion Hema has removed many tracks that do still exist and are public in their newest publications. I have Hema maps dating back many years and there are plenty of examples of deleted tracks which still exist. Go figure!

[@iantaylor989]

@@einfelder8262 I dont have an issue with Hema on my phone. Functions perfect. I do have problems on my Tablet but I think that is a CPU or memory problem

[@einfelder8262]

@@iantaylor989 It used to function perfectly on all my tablets from poor CPU and 1Gb RAM to octacore with 3Gb RAM. Now it won't run on the same tablets it used to work perfectly on. It's a Hema problem, not a tablet problem. Having worked for over 40 years in IT variously as data base designer, application architect, regression testing manager, and 30 years as IT consultant to local and international businesses I think I am qualified to know when software is rubbish. I use my phone for other apps when driving, not Hema.

[@FirstLightAdv]

I just bought this map. The biggest pain is you CANNOT plan & upload GPX without another subscription of $29/yr. And even then you can't do it natively from the phone. To be honest that would've been a deal breaker for me as I've collected GPX routes over the year. And planning for a trip is much easier on a PC. Costs are $59 for the app, $49 for upcoming vector map (the old raster map is sold with discount of $25) -- I'd rather wait. The rest of review such as map readability and POI information is spot on and excellent. Tracks doesn't simply disappear when you zoom out.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes I mentioned the the GPX upload issue but that should change next month with new version and vector offline maps.

[@FirstLightAdv]

​@@AlloffroadAu That would be a great addition. Also I would like to make a correction on my earlier note about loading GPX. You CAN actually upload GPX files without subscriptions. But the process is multi-steps as follows: 1) Upload the GPX from PC as personal track log (www.exploroz.com/tracklogs) 2) From app's data manager update "Track Logs" and it should show you the number of personal track you have 3) From app's map menu enable "Personal" under Treks and enable "My selection" under track logs 4) Then from app's "Search" select the personal track log to display

[@AlloffroadAu]

Yes some things are still cumbersome provide them feedback they are quite receptive and have already made many changes based on my feedback.

[@AlloffroadAu]

What do you reckon are the best Maps for Australia and why? Please make sure to watch my 2022 Update as my experience and opinion of EOT have unfortunately changed kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnLKm51qZZqtmac

[@iantaylor989]

ExplorOZ Traveller is handy for planning and such but I use Hema for actual route marking and my waypoints

[@andrewgould699]

These www.westprint.com.au/maps/westprint-digital-maps-oziexplorer.html yes only in ozi format,i dont reckon you'll find better for individual areas available.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I have the paper maps, and definitely like them but I don't think EoTop are behind in most areas I checked but time will tell. For the VH for example I realy like the SV 4WD Maps have yeto yo do a trip with ExplorOz Maps and see how they compare. I think any serious traveller will always run more then one app.

[@boxheadmr]

Avenza with 1:25k and 1:75k free topo maps from getlost maps is very nice. The getlost guys have scanned in most of Australia and also some really interesting area maps for things like old mines etc.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes I did like Avenza and still have it but ultimately a lot of work downloading all individual maps, extra cost and so far nothing matched ExplorOZ POI and track Data base.

[@ncradock2007]

WA Maps are generally poor compared to the rest of australia, i dont know why, if its to big to map in any detail or because of all the tracks getting pushed constantly from mineral exploration etc.

[@AlloffroadAu]

EOTopo are quite good at least for the Canning

[@ncradock2007]

@@AlloffroadAu I'd like to trial it for abit before forking out money

[@Malc664]

Can the app be run on android tablets?

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes Apple, Android and Windows

[@Malc664]

@@AlloffroadAu Thank you Stephan.

[@random1110111]

How do I get it free on andriod?

[@AlloffroadAu]

like most things need to purchase

[@anatoleingberg9174]

I need tutoring

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes unfortunately still very confusing and not very user friendly, I use mainly MemoryMaps For All now

[@joezephyr]

All apps are bad! Sometimes they are not compatible with your device. Sometimes they work for a while and then the app gets updated and it is no longer compatible with your device. Instead, for off road navigation it is best to use a device designed for that purpose and mount it on your windscreen.

[@AlloffroadAu]

would disagree never had an issue with any of the MemoryMaps versions and I rather have a good tablet with many map options and millions of development dollars behind that a single purpose device.

[@OldWon991]

Doesn’t have a motorcycle option? Shame

[@AlloffroadAu]

watch my 2022 update kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnLKm51qZZqtmac

[@pandkgraham]

It is a good app...I go by the principal if I can not get a handle on a app within 5 minutes...it's gone! The Explore Oz Traveller app can be used out of the box within 5 minutes and you get the basics to get by very easily. If you want more detail you can look at their you tube vids or going to their website and looking on the traveller forum or look at the User Manual that is inbuilt into the app...something the other mapping apps do not have.. I agree that app needs some polish..1/. especially with grouping your logs and treks into separate folders so you can easily access them..similar to that of the GAIA app..and 2/. When you create a trek with many legs..you can select different colours to represent those trek legs. The creating of treks in the app takes a bit of homework, but once you get the basics down..it starts to become second nature in creating your own trek. The owners of Explore Oz have been pushing out a lot of updates for the app over the last 18 months and the app is getting better all the time..Hema has been struggling and in some cases completely non existent with their updates. A very good report..

[@AlloffroadAu]

yep, I just finished Hema 4x4 Explorer Review and it's a big step backwards in my book, not to mention thet the issues with the older Hema Explore app are not fixed and are still present now for over a year. I have little love left for Hema.

[@pandkgraham]

@@AlloffroadAu I tried the Hema Explorer app for navigation when I was living up in East Arnhemland...an utter waste of time..it was better to stop and ask directions from the Yolngu.

[@bennettbennett681]

Overland? What?

[@AlloffroadAu]

4wd touring, better?

[@davidshannon4854]

For God's sake, can anyone upload a decent tutorial on this app for halfwits like me.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I will start one after school holiday

[@davidshannon4854]

@@AlloffroadAu Thank you.