TripLogger Remote 4‏+

TripLogger is primarily a GPS logging app which records locations both locally on the device and optionally to a remote server, such as the open-source TripServer [1] remote logging server. GPX [2] files containing waypoints, planned routes and previous tracks can be imported and displayed on the map using Apple's MapKit for SwiftUI API. The map is updated in real time using the locally logged locations such that you can see where you have been and where you want to go.

Please note that the maps are not available offline within the app, other than those parts that the Apple MapKit API has cached, even if you have saved offline maps within Apple's Maps app. The route, track and waypoints are still visible, but with missing or no map detail in the background. You can of course still use Apple Maps offline features in that situation, perhaps switching between the two. However, always carry traditional paper maps and a compass!

[1]: https://www.fdsd.co.uk/trip-server-2/
[2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GPS_Exchange_Format

Different time and distance intervals can be applied to remote and local logging. For remote logging you will need to setup and host the remote web server yourself or use a third-party hosting service. The app can be used without a remote logging service.

The app was originally designed to provide configuration options which can be used to minimize battery usage on mobile devices such as the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. For example, if logging infrequently, the app can be configured to use locations based on Wi-Fi and the mobile phone network, then once a new location is received the GPS is switched on until a sufficiently accurate location is established. The GPS is then switched off again until the next time a new location is reported. TripLogger is now also available for macOS systems using MacCatalyst support.

Although the app is intended to minimize battery usage, nonetheless, using location background mode may dramatically decrease battery life.

The main page of the app displays a summary of its current status together with counters showing how many locations have been saved locally or transmitted to the remote host, including how many of those have succeeded or failed.

An activity log reports key events such as the time and location of each position reported to the remote server. Tapping on the location opens and displays it in the Maps app.

Locations that have been saved to the local database can be exported in the GPX file format.

When logging remotely, notes can be created and associated with the next established location sent to the remote host.

The app is free and without ads.