Best GPX alternatives: apps like GPX-Viewer

Whether you want more options like GPX or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to GPX

GPX Viewer PRO: Hike & Bike by Vectura Games

GPS offline maps for GPX/KML

Editor's Choice

4.6(210 ratings)

$6.99In-App Purchases

#94in Navigation

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View and analyze your favorite GPX and KML tracks and routes on your iPhone or iPad. Record your adventures, measure parameters like speed and elevation, and utilize detailed offline maps for navigation. Offers a simple interface with various online and offline map options.

GPX viewer 2 by Jonathan Gander

The paper map reinvented again

Strong Contender

4.1(13 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Easily import and view GPX files, displaying tracks on various base maps with interactive elevation profiles. Track your position, access navigation tools, and get weather information for your outdoor adventures.

Open GPX Tracker by Juan Manuel Merlos

No ads, no in-app purchases

Worth Considering

4.3😊(131 ratings)

Free

Record GPS tracks with waypoints and offline maps. This app offers privacy, no ads, and no in-app purchases. Ideal for travel, hiking, biking, and creating GPX data for mapping or app development.

What We Love

👍 Simple, intuitive, and clean user interface
💰 Completely free with no ads or in-app purchases
📍 Accurate GPS tracking and waypoint creation
⌚ Apple Watch integration for convenient tracking
🔋 Lightweight and battery-efficient operation
🗺️ Offline map caching capability
📤 Easy GPX file export and sharing
🔓 Open source and transparent development
🚀 Fast and responsive performance
📱 Background tracking without interrupting other apps

Room to Improve

🐛 Files fail to save without error notification
🐛 App crashes when opening saved files folder
🐛 Data loss after app updates or crashes
🐛 Gaps in GPS recording data
🐛 App crashes when opening GPX files after inactivity
🐛 Long filename/filepath causes silent save failures
🐛 Duplicate track entries in exported files
🐛 Files location button crashes application
⚠️ No confirmation dialog when deleting files
⚠️ Track snapping to nearby roads (unwanted behavior)
⚠️ Decimal point errors in longitude coordinates
⚠️ Unreadable text on map at certain zoom levels

More apps like GPX

GPX viewer

The paper map reinvented

GPX file importMultiple base map optionsCustom map support

Import and display GPX routes on various map types, including custom ones. Visualize elevation profiles, track your position in real-time, and access detailed route information. Offline map downloads and route editing are also available.

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GPX View

Discover paths on a map

Import GPX filesView GPX files on mapDisplay routes

Easily import and view GPX files on a map, displaying routes and tracks. This versatile app enhances navigation by providing a comprehensive overview of your data.

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Follow tracks hiking & cycling

GPX viewer - map

Import GPX filesCreate GPX filesInteractive maps

Easily import and follow GPX files for hiking and cycling adventures. Create your own routes and navigate with interactive maps. Unlock advanced features with the Pro version for a premium experience.

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Offroad GPS & Team Tracking

LeadNav GPS

$19.99

Plan, coordinate, and navigate off-grid with this powerful GPS tool. Designed for demanding environments, it offers advanced features for mission planning, team communication, and detailed trip recording. Ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts operating without reliable cellular service.

Mission planning and coordinationOffline mapping and navigationTeam location tracking

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GPXExplore GPX Viewer & Editor

View, edit, ride. Now in 3D