For some, camping means surrendering to nature and doing without electronic aids. But there are good reasons why a smartphone shouldn’t be missing on any camping trip. The smartphone is not only an important utensil in emergency situations, it also makes everyday camping easier. Equipped with the right camping apps, the smartphone becomes a useful helper who, like the obligatory can opener, should not be missing on your packing list.
Cheap refuelling – these top 3 gas station apps save the travel budget
Constantly rising fuel costs are not only annoying in everyday life, but also increase travel costs. If you want to save your travel budget you should use a gas station app to always refuel at a reasonable price. A further advantage is that all petrol stations in the vicinity are displayed. These free petrol station apps for Android and iOS should be familiar to every camper:
“1-2-3-Fuel”
One of the most popular petrol station apps is 1-2-3-Fuel. The application is available for iOS users. Find the cheapest petrol station in your area or along your planned route. With automatic price messages directly through the petrol stations, all prices are always up to date.
ADAC fuel prices
The ADAC fuel price app for Android and iOS is not only convincing in its listing of petrol station prices. The free app also offers an integrated route planner. This makes it easier for you to get to the cheapest petrol station.
More refuelling
Multi-fuelling is a very innovative petrol station app that also allows users to report price updates within seconds. The application not only provides the classic fuel prices, but also lists electric charging stations and the prices of hydrogen refuelling stations.
Reach Your Destination Quickly – The Top 3 Navigation and Traffic Apps
No matter whether you want to calculate the route to the campsite, plan excursions on site or are on foot – with the right navigation and traffic app you will reach your destination quickly and safely. It is especially important with navigation maps that they use the latest map material and also inform you about construction sites, traffic jams and closures.
Magic Earth
Magic Earth is one of the top 3 free navigation and traffic tips. On the map you will find additional information such as petrol stations, parking lots and also permanently installed speed cameras. You can display the maps in different styles. A big plus is that the navigation is also offline functional, which preserves the data volume. Magic Earth is available for both Android and iOS devices.
Here WeGo
Online and offline the free route planner and traffic app Here WeGo provides great services. The app offers you numerous configuration options, so alerts can also be displayed. Moreover you can be informed about the current traffic situation and a lane assistant is integrated. Here WeGo is available for iOS and Android devices.
Google Maps
For iOS and Android, Google Maps dominates the market for navigation and traffic Apps. The application offers a wide range of functions and is suitable for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. Even if you want to use public transport, you can use Google Maps to view the routes and get information on departure times. Information such as the current traffic situation is also available, as are places of interest, petrol stations, car parks and shops. Besides, Google Maps is very clear and you can directly plan stopovers in your route and get suggestions for excursions.
Other camping Apps that should be known by friends:
WomoSet
If you are travelling with your motorhome and have an iPhone, you should definitely download the WomoSet app. Use this spirit level for your RV to level your vehicle horizontally in seconds. Very pleasant is the fact that you can be told the commands.
Pitch radar
The Pitch Radar app is available free of charge for Android and iOS. With it you can find free pitches without much effort. Additional information such as prices, supply and disposal instructions, contact details and geodata are particularly convenient.
PackPoint
The PackPoint travel pack list is an application that makes it easier for you to keep an eye on all your utensils and not forget anything you need for your camping trip. It’s nice to have pre-set lists that you can add to individually. The packing list app is free, clear and has a reminder function.
Google Translator
The Google translator is a useful tool for camping tours abroad. The translation app is free of charge and offers translations in over 80 languages. The voice input is pleasant and makes it even easier to use.
Smart Tools
The small toolbox as a smartphone app is very helpful. From the protractor to the mirror to the flashlight, a total of 15 different applications are possible. Although the toolbox app is not free of charge, it is the Swiss pocket knife for smartphones and therefore absolutely recommendable when camping.
Commander Compass Lite
Yes, you can also replace the classic compass with a smartphone cap. Commander Compass Lite is free and offers many functions. The app is available for iOS. Of course you can find alternative apps for Android.
Weather online
The weather app is not only a good aid for camping trips. The weather app allows you to adjust your planning to the weather. Especially the integrated weather and rain radar and storm warnings offer you valuable information.
Chefkoch
With the Chefkoch-App you always have a suitable recipe at hand when camping. Thanks to the good search function, you can quickly find suitable recipe ideas. Especially quick dishes that are suitable for a holiday can be found quickly. The Chef’s App is free of charge and of course also helpful at home.
SkyView Free
The SkyView Free application is ideal for anyone who wants to admire the starry sky and locate the known constellations. The Starry Sky app graphically displays the constellations you can currently see up in the sky based on their location. SkyView is available free of charge for iOS and Android.
Conclusion:
The range of useful smartphone tips for camping is very large, so it’s worth taking a look at your mobile phone before your next trip and upgrading it. Many of the camping apps are useful or make everyday life easier. Ultimately, smartphones and camping apps are of course not absolutely necessary, but they often offer advantages over traditional methods.