# Global Mapper Mobile

> Mobile GIS data viewing and collection for field professionals. (iPhone/iPad app by Blue Marble Geographics.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-mapper-mobile/id1097875766 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blue Marble Geographics](https://appshunter.io/developer/424089128)
- Category: Navigation, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.2 · 126 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2016-06-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-mapper-mobile/id1097875766/reviews.md

## What is Global Mapper Mobile?

Bring your GIS workflow to the field.

Global Mapper Mobile® is a powerful iOS application for viewing and collecting GIS data. It utilizes the GPS capabilities of mobile devices to provide situational awareness and locational intelligence for remote mapping projects. A perfect complement to the desktop version of Global Mapper, the mobile app provides maps-in-hand functionality for engineers, surveyors, wildlife managers, foresters, and anyone whose job requires access to spatial data in remote locations.

Global Mapper Mobile can display vector, raster, and elevation data layers that have been transferred from the desktop version of the software. It also provides tools for drawing, tracking, and form-based data collection using pre-configured attributes and picklists.

Global Mapper Mobile Base Version (Free)
The base version of Global Mapper Mobile is free of charge and provides an array of features and functions, including:
•	Vector, raster, and terrain data display
•	GPS location display
•	Point, line, and polygon feature creation using GPS location
•	Editing of existing vector features
•	Capture of images in the field
•	Creation of Picture Points from geotagged images
•	Attribute and feature notation recording for new or existing vector features
•	Online access to Open Street Map data

Global Mapper Mobile Pro
The Pro version of Global Mapper Mobile, available as an in-app purchase, supplements the functionality of the base version with an array of professional-grade tools, including: 
•	Advanced GPS support for connection to high-accuracy GNSS devices from vendors such as Bad Elf, EOS, Juniper, and others
•	RTK correction via built-in NTRIP client
•	GPS Averaging
•	Terrain shader and water level display options 
•	Custom online source options and online data saving for offline use
•	Simultaneous feature creation
•	Viewshed creation
•	Volume calculation
•	Data reprojection 
•	Address searching
•	Geopackage and GeoPDF format support

Global Mapper Mobile Pro is available as an in-app purchase. The license is based on an annual subscription from the date of purchase that can be renewed each year.

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Privacy Policy:
https://www.bluemarblegeo.com/privacy-policy/

Terms of Use:
https://www.bluemarblegeo.com/licensing-policy/

## Key features

- Vector, raster, and terrain data display
- GPS location display and feature creation
- Drawing, tracking, and form-based data collection
- Image capture and Picture Point creation
- Advanced GPS support for GNSS devices
- RTK correction via NTRIP client
- Offline data access and custom online sources

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Module | $49.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-mapper-mobile/id1097875766/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Very Weak app

*2025-08-10*

I buy this app yesterday. The app is not working when I want to open files. It must not be put in Apple Store.

### 1/5 — Don’t recommend

*2025-05-21*

If you just want to open KML’s or KMZ’s and maybe overlay them on some WMS content then I do not recommend this app.  I understand they want to steer the user toward their desktop app of which they don’t even make a Mac version.  I lost 50 dollars….

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2019-09-18*

The desktop version is very good but this free iphone app is very bad I don’t know how they developed this kind of disappointing app there is no satellite image just in pro version when we can find many similar app who have satellite image for free

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words about Global Mapper desktop. We think it is a great product too. We are sorry that the mobile app does not meet your needs. We will be adding many more powerful features as time goes on, and we hope that you will continue to check out future versions. As with the desktop application, customer requests and suggestions play a very important role in our development planning. We would greatly value your input as to what other online sources you would like to see in the free version, as well as other features you would find useful. We invite you to contact support with your suggestions. geohelp@bluemarble.com

### 4/5 — Great Global Mapper tool

*2016-10-14*

This is a free add-on for Global Mapper GIS desktop. As a first mobile app for GM it's not bad.  It is a good field tool for dropping points, making notes, taking pics.  You can also create gps logs and other geometry data.  It's set up in an intuitive way so it's easy to use.  I like that I can use it with Global Mapper desktop at no additional cost.  If you haven't tried Global Mapper then you should and use this app with it.

### 5/5 — Excellent data collection tool

*2016-06-22*

Being able to use the GPS to automatically record areas overtop of my own base maps is a huge time saver!

## Frequently asked questions about Global Mapper Mobile

### What is Global Mapper Mobile?

Global Mapper Mobile is an iOS application designed for viewing and collecting GIS data in the field. It leverages mobile device GPS for situational awareness and locational intelligence, complementing the desktop version of Global Mapper.

### What features are included in the free version of Global Mapper Mobile?

The free base version offers vector, raster, and terrain data display, GPS location display, point/line/polygon creation using GPS, editing of existing vector features, image capture, Picture Point creation, and attribute recording.

### What additional features does Global Mapper Mobile Pro offer?

Global Mapper Mobile Pro, available as an in-app purchase, adds advanced GPS support for GNSS devices, RTK correction, GPS averaging, terrain shader, custom online sources for offline use, simultaneous feature creation, viewshed creation, volume calculation, and data reprojection.

### How much does Global Mapper Mobile Pro cost?

Global Mapper Mobile Pro is available as an annual subscription for $49.99. This license is valid from the date of purchase and can be renewed each year.

### What devices is Global Mapper Mobile compatible with?

Global Mapper Mobile is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS operating systems.

### How often is Global Mapper Mobile updated?

The latest version of Global Mapper Mobile is 3.1.10, last updated on February 11, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### Does Global Mapper Mobile have ads?

No, Global Mapper Mobile does not contain advertisements. The base version is free, and advanced features are unlocked through a paid subscription.

### What is the user sentiment for Global Mapper Mobile?

Global Mapper Mobile has an average rating of 3.6 stars from 14 ratings. User feedback often highlights its utility for field GIS work, though specific sentiment details are not provided in the data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.10 — 2026-02-11

Bug fixes.

### 3.1.8 — 2025-09-17

Significant New Features:
- Ability to create point clouds with mobile scanning on supported iOS devices. - Pro
- New 3D Viewer for exploring 3D data available on supported iOS devices. - Pro
- Map Rotation setting to allow a fixed north up orientation, a set rotation, or dynamic rotation based on the GPS heading.

### 3.0.15 — 2024-10-25

Bug fixes

### 3.0.12 — 2024-08-23

Global Mapper Mobile Standard (Free)
•	Option to create an empty map to start collecting new data.
•	New option for loading an online basemap from the app start screen.
•	Reorganized in-app Configuration settings.
•	New Configuration setting to adjust vector label size.
•	Improved Maps List display with larger map previews.


Global Mapper Mobile Pro (Subscription)
•	New analysis tool for contour line creation from loaded terrain data.
•	Add calculated volume values as attributes on selected vector areas.
•	Added option to display and record elevation difference between GPS location and loaded terrain data.
•	Extended support for new Emlid RX devices on iOS.

### 3.0.9 — 2024-08-13

What’s new in Global Mapper Mobile (Free)
•	Option to create an empty map to start collecting new data.
•	New option for loading an online basemap from the app start screen.
•	Reorganized in-app Configuration settings.
•	New Configuration setting to adjust vector label size.
•	Improved Maps List display with larger map previews.

What’s new Global Mapper Mobile Pro
•	New analysis tool for contour line creation from loaded terrain data.
•	Add calculated volume values as attributes on selected vector areas.
•	Added option to display and record elevation difference between GPS location and loaded terrain data.
•	Extended support for new Emlid RX devices on iOS.

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