iGIS for iPad

iGIS for iPad

by Geometry

2 ratings
38 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 25, 2010
  • June 3, 2026

Features

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This app brings true GIS functionality to your iPad, allowing you to load, view, create, and export spatial data. It supports offline use, multiple data layers, and custom data entry forms, making it ideal for field professionals.

Load, view, create, and export spatial data
Offline data access
ESRI Shapefile support (import/export)
Support for over 3000 projections
Multiple layers (points, lines, polygons, imagery)
Customizable data entry forms
GPS location display with compass
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What's New in iGIS for iPad

8.4.16

June 3, 2026

Bug fixes

2

In-App Purchases

$31.99

iGIS Pro 1 year subscription

Adds a 1 year subscription for iGIS pro features

User reviews

Great tool

I’ve been using this app almost constantly for work for over 10 years and it’s been an amazing asset. Simple but does what it does very well. I just wish I could toggle the aerial imagery between Google and Apple maps.

Will not update on ipad2

Says it needs update, downloads and downloads, never updates.
Should I delete and reinstall (?). Afraid it won't install.

Total garbage!!!

Waste of money. Could not be more frustrated with this piece of crap app. Does not load shapefiles spits out error after error. All spatial files work fine on my computer but not on this garbage. DON'T BUY!!!

Got worse

I used to use this during graduate school and found it to be a handy tool. I recently tried it again for a project after not opening it for a couple of years.

The interface seems polished. Unfortunately, the app is much less capable than it used to be. Many things I touch (for example, changing symbology) inform me that I need to subscribe to do. This is a surprise, since I originally paid for this app. Furthermore, several shapefiles I tried to load from the Natural Earth dataset failed to load with a message that the CRS selected was wrong (it wasn't). Finally, some complex shapefiles that did import displayed with weird artifacts that I don't see in the desktop programs QGIS or ArcGIS.

Overall, I'm pretty disappointed and wish I could get the old version back.
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Was working great but....

iGis was working great but now every time I use it in landscape, it cuts off drawing about a quarter of all the layers on the East side. Almost like it thinks it's in portrait. I tried to delete the app and reload it along with all my layers to no avail. Once this issue is resolved this app is a five star.
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FAQ

What is iGIS for iPad?

iGIS for iPad is a mobile GIS application that provides true GIS functionality on your iPad. It allows users to load, view, investigate, create, and export their own spatial data over background map imagery. It's designed for field work and supports offline access to your data.

What kind of data can I import and export?

The app currently supports ESRI Shapefiles (.shp) for both importing and exporting. Data can be imported easily from Mac, PC, Linux, or via USB cable. You can also export your layers back to ESRI shapefiles for use in enterprise systems.

Is iGIS for iPad free to use?

The application is free to download and use with core functionality. However, it offers in-app purchases to unlock additional features and capabilities, aligning with a freemium monetization model.

Do I need an internet connection to use the app?

No, an internet connection is not required to view your data once it has been loaded onto the iPad. This makes it highly suitable for fieldwork in areas with limited or no connectivity. Background GPS usage can impact battery life.

What are the main benefits of using iGIS for iPad in the field?

In the field, iGIS for iPad offers the advantage of offline data access, meaning you can view and work with your spatial data without an internet connection. It also supports over 3000 projections, eliminating the need for data re-projection, and allows for custom data entry forms and adding comments directly to maps.