Best apps like Mapster

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
7 free apps
Updated September 2026

Mapster is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Mapster

Hike Safe#1

Hike Safe by Todd Studer

North America
Editor's Choice
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeAds
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This navigation app saves your starting location and waypoints to help you find your way back if you get lost. It offers map, GPS coordinates, and compass features with large buttons and high contrast colors for visibility. Detailed satellite views are available with active cell service.

Land Nav#2

Land Nav by Gerry Shaw

GPS and offline maps
Strong Contender
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
5.0(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Navigate the outdoors with GPS, compass, and offline maps. Organize tracks and markers in documents synced via iCloud. Supports GPX import/export and customizable coordinate formats.

Topo Maps#3

Topo Maps by Mappendix Limited

USGS and Canadian topo maps
Worth Considering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.3😊(128 ratings)
$19.99
#65in Navigation
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Access detailed topographical maps for hiking and backcountry activities. Download maps for offline use and navigate with features like waypoints, current location tracking, and compass alignment. Search for millions of geographical features.

What We Love

  • πŸ“ Accurate USGS topographic maps for navigation
  • πŸ“± Offline functionality without cellular service
  • πŸ’° One-time purchase with no subscription fees
  • 🎯 Precise GPS positioning and waypoint marking
  • πŸ“₯ Easy map downloading and management
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Detailed historical map data with old features
  • ⚑ Low battery consumption compared to competitors
  • πŸ” Clean, intuitive user interface
  • πŸ›°οΈ Works reliably in remote backcountry areas
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Excellent developer customer support
  • 🧭 Compass and line-of-sight calculation features
  • πŸ“Š Multiple coordinate system support (WGS84, MGRS)

Room to Improve

  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Outdated map data (10-30+ years old)
  • πŸ”΄ Alignment issues in some regions (Central Washington)
  • ❌ No GPS tracking/breadcrumb trail feature
  • 🚫 Limited geographic coverage (US/Canada only)
  • ⚠️ Inconsistent elevation accuracy vs. actual GPS
  • πŸ› App crashes on iOS 16+ (partially resolved)
  • πŸ“Š Poor map scan quality and resolution in places
  • πŸ”— Cannot import GPX files or KML tracks
  • ☁️ No cloud backup for waypoints and annotations
  • πŸ“ˆ Limited map download restrictions (36 map limit)
  • πŸ”„ No real-time GPS tracking overlay
  • πŸ—οΈ Appears abandoned with infrequent updates

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