# Maps Tools,GPS tracking,Speed — Azimuth, DIstance, Altimeter

> Map measurement and GPS tracking tools with distance, speed, and altitude features. (iPhone/iPad app by Laurent Simond.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-toolsgps-trackingspeed/id1297931710 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Laurent Simond](https://appshunter.io/developer/949469480)
- Category: Sports, Travel
- Price: $0.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-toolsgps-trackingspeed/id1297931710/reviews.md

## What is Maps Tools,GPS tracking,Speed?

The application MapsTools supplies a set of tools working with MAPS

1) GPS Tracking
  Draws your travel on MAPS
  Records your travel
  Shows information about your travel
	- Max Speed
        - Average Speed, Current Speed
	- Distance
	- Elapsed time
	- Altitude, Altitude Difference, Rising
 Displays recorded trackings

Switchs between metric and imperial units system

2) Distance between two locations and the azimuth to the second location
- Select 2 locations on MAPS
- The distance and the azimuth are displayed

Usage example: to measure an house dimension and orientation
	
3) Azimuth and Distance to central cursor
- Distance from your location to an other location
- Azimuth line from your location to an other location
- GPS coordinates other location
- Acoustic aiming (a voice helps you to orient the device in the direction of the second location)
- GPS Direction 

When your location changes, the distance and the azimuth (the cap) are updated
 
It is possible to keep a cap (GPS direction, Left/Right arrows) 
	
4) Azimuth line
Sometimes, you'd like to know what you see far away
- orient your device and touch the screen
- a line is drawn on MAPS in the direction
measured by the compass 

5) Possibility to show the swiss Mountains. To reduce the number of  mountains, a filter on the altitude may be applied.

6) Display GPS information and Compass
	- GPS coordinates
	- Speed
	- Altitude
	- Horizontal and Vertical accuracy	
	- GPS direction
	- Compass, Compass accuracy

7) Possibility to correct the compass
If you see a geographic point you know and you can find it on the map, you have the possibility to set a compass correction


When the APP is not active (in background), the GPS is working only in the case  the user has started the function GPS tracking

WARNING:
- Don't use the application to get your way in dangerous environment. This application don't replace a topographic map and a good compass.
- Without GPS, some features are not fully functional
- The reliability of the functions azimuth line and azimuth/distance depends of
     - The reliability of the compass
     - The GPS reliability
     - The right device orientation
- The GPS increases the energy consumption
- The Maps refreshing consumes internet data and energy

## Key features

- GPS tracking and travel recording
- Speed, distance, and altitude measurement
- Azimuth and distance between two locations
- Acoustic aiming and GPS direction
- Compass correction and display
- Swiss mountains display with altitude filter

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-toolsgps-trackingspeed/id1297931710/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Enfin !!!

*2025-12-01*

Je recherchais une appli simple pour pourvoir repérer des points et relever leur azimut. Faire comme avec une boussole et une carte mais avec un iphone. 
sauf que j’e n’ai pas toutes les cartes IGN. donc avec cette appli c’est chose faite 👍. 
je pointe avec l’iphone (contrôle avec la boussole) et peux enfin repérer le lieux choisi qui est en dehors de ma carte en suivant la ligne d’azimut. 
merci.

### 1/5 — Distance measurement inaccurate

*2018-09-04*

I have checked this app against 2 other GPS tracker apps while hiking. While the other 2 apps agreed with each other, the distance measured by this app was shorter, in one instance by almost 500m.

## Frequently asked questions about Maps Tools,GPS tracking,Speed

### What is the price of Maps Tools?

Maps Tools is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. This price grants you access to all its features without ongoing subscription fees.

### Does Maps Tools have ads?

No, Maps Tools is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience. You can use all its navigation and measurement tools without any advertisements.

### What devices is Maps Tools compatible with?

Maps Tools is designed for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires iOS 4+ and is optimized for a seamless experience across these platforms.

### How often is Maps Tools updated?

The latest version of Maps Tools is 2.1, last updated on October 21, 2025. Updates typically focus on improving features, performance, and compatibility with newer iOS versions.

### Can Maps Tools be used offline?

While some features like GPS tracking require an active GPS signal, the application can function without an internet connection for certain measurements. However, map refreshing consumes internet data.

### What is the age rating for Maps Tools?

Maps Tools has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app's content and functionality are appropriate for children and adults.

### How does the acoustic aiming feature work in Maps Tools?

The acoustic aiming feature provides voice guidance to help you orient your device towards a selected second location. This auditory cue assists in aligning your device accurately.

### Can I correct the compass in Maps Tools?

Yes, Maps Tools allows for compass correction. If you can identify a known geographic point on the map, you can set a compass correction to improve accuracy.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2025-10-21

Fix a problem occurred with iOS 18

### 2.0 — 2024-02-19

This version solves a problem with the domain used to call the online help

### 1.9 — 2023-11-23

Fix a problem to access the help online

### 1.8 — 2022-09-19

Possibility to know the distance between two geographic points and the azimuth to the second point

### 1.6 — 2021-09-07

The method used to compute the distance has been improved. For a distance of one kilometer, the error is less than 10 meters.
The possibility to set a compass correction pointing to a reference point has been added.
The GPS direction has been added in display Azimuth/Distance to central cursor. So, it is possible to keep a cap.

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