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Orcusomega
Explorer
Sep 19, 2013

Helpful Smartphone Apps

OK, disclaimer: I am a techie, and rely on my smartphone for just about everything! Since I am new to the RV world, I needed to find some apps that would help me out not to make a lot of mistakes, found a few that seemed to work well, and thought I would share. Keep in mind, I have not done extensive testing on them yet, but they are promising so far! (PS: I get no compensation, not associated with any of the developers - just a plain old user)

1) Navigation - CoPilot Live (iOS and Android)
I really like this app so far. Since I use GPS for work, I am very used to using it off my phone - but it routed me through areas WAY too small/twisty for me and my 32' TT. CoPilot has an RV mode where you can set minimum bridge height, and routes you through more appropriate roads. Seems good so far, I will keep plugging away at it though

2) RV Parky (Android)
Gives you the locations of all sorts of resources based on your current location: repairs, Walmarts, campgrounds, etc.

3) RV Checklists (Android)
I like this because it comes with newbie-friendly setup/breakdown/get packed sort of checklists, more to make sure I dont forget things like disconnect the sway controller when backing up, etc...

Anyone else have anything that has worked well for them?

Thanks!

Bob
  • panamacamper1's avatar
    panamacamper1
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2013
    Priority network app 10 bucks but tells you all the camp grounds / rv service locations / best routes.
  • happybooker1's avatar
    happybooker1
    Explorer
    Sep 30, 2013
    Some great APPs are those that offer "free" apps for a day. I use AppGratis & AppsGoneFree but there are others.
  • chiefneon's avatar
    chiefneon
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    mlts22 wrote:
    I'm curious as well. The CoPilot Truck HD is $150, the Live Premium HD is $14.


    Howdy!

    Only reason I see to upgrage to Co-pilot Truch HD is if your RV is over 13'. My 5er is 13' and the Premium work fine.

    "Happy Trails"
    Chiefneon
  • PenMan's avatar
    PenMan
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    dan-nickie wrote:
    Orcusomega wrote:


    2) RV Parky (Android)
    Gives you the locations of all sorts of resources based on your current location: repairs, Walmarts, campgrounds, etc.


    Thanks for this one.
    I think the actual name of the app is RV Park Finder.


    Nope. RV Parky is correct at least for Android. I think it was developed by a member of this forum.
  • in5r's avatar
    in5r
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    AroundMe is helpful, locate plces around you by category. Fun ones for dark nights and star gazing etc. Is satellite ar , and iss detector. Satellite ar points out potentialy visable satellites and iss detector keeps you posted of space station viewing times based on your current location. These are available on android platform, not sure about iphone.
  • jasult's avatar
    jasult
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    Orcusomega wrote:
    EricGT wrote:
    Orcusomega wrote:

    1) Navigation - CoPilot Live (iOS and Android)
    I really like this app so far. Since I use GPS for work, I am very used to using it off my phone - but it routed me through areas WAY too small/twisty for me and my 32' TT. CoPilot has an RV mode where you can set minimum bridge height, and routes you through more appropriate roads. Seems good so far, I will keep plugging away at it though


    Did you buy the Copilot Live Premium HD or the Copilot Truck HD?


    THIS is the one that I got - I think it was $14... It is not the truck version...

    Bob

    (Edit: make clicky)


    Bob - i also run CoPilot Live Premium USA and it as RV mode.
    This gps works perfect once you start learning it.
  • Orcusomega's avatar
    Orcusomega
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    EricGT wrote:
    Orcusomega wrote:

    1) Navigation - CoPilot Live (iOS and Android)
    I really like this app so far. Since I use GPS for work, I am very used to using it off my phone - but it routed me through areas WAY too small/twisty for me and my 32' TT. CoPilot has an RV mode where you can set minimum bridge height, and routes you through more appropriate roads. Seems good so far, I will keep plugging away at it though


    Did you buy the Copilot Live Premium HD or the Copilot Truck HD?


    THIS is the one that I got - I think it was $14... It is not the truck version...

    Bob

    (Edit: make clicky)
  • dan-nickie's avatar
    dan-nickie
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2013
    Orcusomega wrote:


    2) RV Parky (Android)
    Gives you the locations of all sorts of resources based on your current location: repairs, Walmarts, campgrounds, etc.


    Thanks for this one.
    I think the actual name of the app is RV Park Finder.
  • mlts22's avatar
    mlts22
    Explorer II
    Sep 19, 2013
    I'm curious as well. The CoPilot Truck HD is $150, the Live Premium HD is $14.

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