# KMZ Loader

> Decompresses and opens KMZ files for viewing in Google Earth or as source code. (iPhone/iPad app by Casey Evanoff.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmz-loader/id435350230 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Casey Evanoff](https://appshunter.io/developer/319345353)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 59 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmz-loader/id435350230/reviews.md

## What is KMZ Loader?

Open KMZ files with your iOS device!

KMZ Loader is designed to open KMZ files, which are compressed KML (Keyhole Markup Language) files. Google Earth can open KML files on its own, however KMZ's will not load properly without being decompressed first.

KMZ Loader can decompress a KMZ file into a KML file allowing it to be viewed both in Google Earth and as source code.

Any KMZ files imported into KMZ Loader will be stored in My KMZs and can be deleted by simply swiping over it.

For more information on KML files:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KML

## Key features

- Open KMZ files
- Decompress KMZ to KML
- View KML in Google Earth
- View KML as source code
- Store imported KMZ files
- Delete KMZ files

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KMZ Loader Full Version | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 59)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmz-loader/id435350230/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work. Really

*2023-09-23, version 4.0*

This does nothing but take up space. There is no instruction nor does it work at all.  Why would you put an app on the store that has zero function. Seriously. What a joke.

### 1/5 — Does nothing

*2023-09-09, version 4.0*

Doesn’t unpack or do anything.  iPad w iOS 16.6.1

### 5/5 — This is amazing

*2023-03-16, version 4.0*

I needed to overlay KMZ maps of fossil exposures in my area so i could see in real time where i was in relation to the exposures. This app handles it flawlessly and i am blown away.

### 4/5 — Help

*2018-07-07, version 4.0*

I’m rating this app a four star because I wondering if it is possible to load in 3d structures for instance The original World Trade Center in NYC. When I try to load one of the models in google earth ether crashes or building doesn’t load in properly...

### 4/5 — Need update

*2018-04-28, version 4.0*

It doesn’t work in iOS 11

### 1/5 — No longer works

*2017-12-04, version 2.0*

Needs update for ios11

### 3/5 — Great app

*2017-11-23, version 2.0*

Great app! BUT I can’t use it anymore without an update for new iOS. Please update!!!

### 5/5 — Great App

*2017-11-06, version 2.0*

Casey, first off let me say this is a great app and we use it all the time! 

However, I agree, you need to update it for newer versions of the iPad. I hope you can do this so we can continue to enjoy this user friendly app!

Jack Meaut

### 5/5 — Update App

*2017-10-27, version 2.0*

Casey!
Please update this app to use on ios 11. I use this app to track severe weather in my area. Again please update this app. 

Thank you,
Richard LaCroix

### 5/5 — Best app. Update it

*2017-09-19, version 2.0*

We all need this app p plz.... Update it for ios 11

## Frequently asked questions about KMZ Loader

### What does KMZ Loader do?

KMZ Loader is an application designed to open KMZ files on your iOS device. KMZ files are compressed versions of KML (Keyhole Markup Language) files. This app decompresses them into standard KML files, which can then be viewed.

### How can I view KMZ files with this app?

Once you import a KMZ file into KMZ Loader, it will automatically decompress it into a KML file. You can then view this KML file within the app, or open it in applications like Google Earth.

### Is KMZ Loader free to use?

Yes, KMZ Loader is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using the core functionality of the application.

### What devices is KMZ Loader compatible with?

KMZ Loader is designed for iOS devices. This includes iPhones and iPads running a compatible version of the iOS operating system.

### Can I view the source code of KML files?

Yes, in addition to viewing KML files in applications like Google Earth, KMZ Loader also allows you to view the KML file as its raw source code. This can be useful for developers or those who want to inspect the data structure.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0 — 2025-11-07

Small UI improvements

### 5.0 — 2025-10-21

Upgrades to app.

### 4.0 — 2017-12-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• updated to iOS 11!
• simplified UI

### 2.0 — 2014-09-03

fixed the app for iOS 6.0+, sorry it took so long!

### 1.0 — 2011-05-05

No release notes.

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