Best Cartographer alternatives: apps like Cartographer - RPG World Maker

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Whether you want more options like Cartographer or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Cartographer

RPG Notebook: Campaign Manager by Marta Fecio

World building companion app.

Editor's Choice

4.0😐(51 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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This app helps you build worlds, manage your tabletop RPG campaigns, and organize all your notes. It offers customizable entries, linking between ideas, and map management. Keep your game world organized and accessible.

What We Love

👍 Highly useful for TTRPG organization
💡 System-neutral and customizable
🚀 Easy to use and navigate
✨ Great for worldbuilding and lore
📝 Excellent for keeping track of characters and info
🎨 Flexible for different RPG systems
🌟 Good for DMs and players
💯 Excellent place to save characters
👍 Great for solo RPG campaigns
💡 Tags and hyperlinks are very helpful
👍 Developer is responsive

Room to Improve

🐛 App crashes frequently
🐛 App won't load backups
🐛 Ads are intrusive and inappropriate
🤔 Confusing interface for new users
🚫 No account or cross-device sync
🚫 No PC or web version
🐛 Stuck on loading screen after update
🚫 Does not support webp images
🐛 Force closes during note-taking
🚫 Lacks a universal search bar
🚫 Maps link to the top-left corner
🚫 No cloud sharing or accounts
🐛 Recent updates cause crashes
🚫 In-app ads are unacceptable
🤔 UI needs some work
🤔 Preview of all entry content not easily accessible

PortraitWorks by Worldspinner LLC

Custom fantasy portraits

Strong Contender

4.2😐(52 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Create unique fantasy character portraits with hand-drawn art elements. Build from scratch in six steps or customize existing gallery creations. Offers extensive customization for races, genders, gear, and backgrounds.

What We Love

🎨 Highly customizable portraits
✨ Vast customization options
👍 Easy to use
💖 Supports real artists (non-AI)
💰 One-time fee for full features
🌟 Great for D&D characters/NPCs
🖼️ Brings campaigns to life
💡 Inspires character ideas
🚀 Fast NPC generation
🖌️ Hand-drawn art style
🔄 Frequent updates
💯 Best character creation app
🕹️ Perfect for virtual tabletops

Room to Improve

👁️ Limited eye color control
🔗 Face/eyes/ears tied together
💸 Subscription model criticized
🗑️ Content removed in updates
🐛 Randomization of saved characters
📉 Loss of hairstyles/options
❓ Unclear reasons for changes
😡 Frustrating randomization
🚫 No search/labeling for options
😠 Most characters look angry/depressed
💧 Watermark not removed after purchase
💸 Money-grabbing monetization
⚠️ App restarts frequently after purchases
🤷‍♀️ Some users confused by UI

TTRPG Map Maker by Michael Blades

Create & Display Your Worlds

Worth Considering

Spells for Dungeons & Dragons

2.3(3 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Design and display custom maps for tabletop role-playing games. This app offers flexible drawing tools, import options, and offline functionality to bring your campaign worlds to life.

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NPC generationNPC builderNPC management

This app assists Game Masters in creating and managing non-player characters (NPCs) for their tabletop role-playing games. It generates characters with unique personalities and provides hand-drawn portraits to enhance immersion.

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Create custom RPG systemsInteractive map builderReal-time chat and dice rolls

This platform helps you create, manage, and play tabletop role-playing games. It offers tools for building custom RPG systems, interactive maps, and real-time chat for remote or in-person play. Enjoy a paperless gaming experience with seamless syncing across devices.

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Homebrew campaign generationCharacter creation with customizationStory image and plot generation

This app helps role-playing game enthusiasts create custom campaigns and characters. It offers tools to generate detailed settings, plot points, and unique character backstories with customizable options. Share your creations easily with fellow players.

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Create custom Magic: the Gathering cardsShare cards with friendsPublish cards to a community feed

Design custom Magic: the Gathering cards directly on your mobile device. Bring your card ideas to life and share them with friends or publish them in a community feed. The app is continuously updated with new features.

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Online user space for accessible designsOver 1400 new card framesAI image generator

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