GPlates

GPlates

Plate Tectonics App

7 ratings
9 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 19, 2023
  • September 23, 2026

Features

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Explore Earth's geological history by reconstructing and visualizing spatial data through geological time. This tool offers an intuitive interface for students, teachers, researchers, and enthusiasts to understand our planet's evolution.

✓Reconstruct spatial data
✓Visualize geological time
✓Intuitive interface
✓Explore Earth's history
✓Plate reconstruction software
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What's New in GPlates

1.1.0

September 23, 2026

GPlates 1.1.0 — What's New * Fixed a crash on launch affecting the newest iOS devices * Fixed an issue where "Finding your location" could get stuck indefinitely * Improved performance and stability of the Add Location tool * General bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements

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User reviews

Good app but 2 things I need you to fix

This is a good app but there's two things I need you to fix

1.So when I drag the slider either to the left or right the globe doesn't match where it is not even the mya.

2.so the other thing is that when I change the fps it still stays at the old fps.

Can’t import your own maps into it

Please make this app useful by making it more like the desktop program where you can make your own maps.

Was expecting something else

Was expecting this to be like the pc app, as I don’t have a pc right now. Unfortunately this isn’t the same thing. Very disappointed.

Possibly the best geology app

Gplates is an awesome academic project providing the best possible plate tectonic reconstructions, freely, to anyone. This app bundles an immense amount of the content into a simple user-friendly package. Every geologist should have a copy.

Can’t go past 250

Whenever I set it to like 350 it goes to 0 or either just doesn’t work I was expecting it to work better than that

FAQ

What is GPlates?

GPlates is a powerful tool designed to enable users to reconstruct and visualize spatial data through geological time. It is built on top of the acclaimed plate reconstruction software, GPlates.

Who is GPlates for?

GPlates is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the Earth's geological history. This includes students, teachers, researchers, and curious enthusiasts.

What devices does GPlates support?

GPlates is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

Is GPlates free to use?

Yes, GPlates is available for free and does not have any in-app purchases.

How often is GPlates updated?

The latest version of GPlates is 1.0.1, last updated on March 18, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development.

What is the age rating for GPlates?

GPlates has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

What is the user sentiment for GPlates?

GPlates has an average rating of 2.5 stars from 6 ratings. This suggests that while some users find it valuable, there may be areas for improvement based on user feedback.

Does GPlates have ads?

No, GPlates does not contain advertisements.