OutDoors GPS France - IGN Maps

OutDoors GPS France - IGN Maps

Plan Hiking & Biking Routes

32 ratings
77 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

Released
February 8, 2012
Updated
August 30, 2023

Features

Background Location Access

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Navigate France's outdoors with official IGN topographic maps. Plan, record, and share hiking and biking routes offline. Features include GPS tracking, route creation, and multiple map layers for confident exploration.

✓Offline topographic maps (IGN)
✓GPS tracking and route recording
✓Route planning and sharing
✓Multiple map types (Satellite, Road)
✓Compass and direction view
✓Elevation profiles
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What users say about OutDoors GPS France

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What's New in OutDoors GPS France

6.5.7

August 30, 2023

* Bug Fixes

5

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

IGN Maps PRO

Subscription to IGN Maps PRO

$19.991 Year
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User reviews

Free Maps aren’t any good

The free maps aren’t any good even for driving let alone hiking. Komoot free maps much better.

Mystifying, impenetrable, useless

How does it work? Anyone’s guess. No instructions in the app, except for a few fairly useless FAQ’s which don’t give anything helpful. Scroll in when using the cycle maps and all place names, river names etc just disappear, they melt away before your eyes, like a mirage.
I’ve paid £20 for this junk.
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Ok but…

I find this app ok but a bit clunky. In particular to import a gps I think you have to go to sister website to import and then the app picks it up? But please tell me otherwise!

Don’t like this app

I asked for a refund and got one.
You zoom in to see map details and it’s a blur.
The IGN 1:25000 maps used are not the latest available and have paths missing.
I’m now trying IGNrando’ app which has great zoom and the latest maps and is cheaper.
I haven’t tested any other functionality of either app yet.
If you haven’t already, check out the French geoportail map website. It’s great for looking at maps on a computer.
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IGN needs to take a look at OS

I don’t understand why people are raving about the quality of the maps. IGN could do much better in terms of clarity and detail, particularly compared to OS 25k. But actually, openstreetmap and even Gmaps are better than both of them.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

37 issues

Maps become a blur when zooming in

Bug

Place names and labels disappear when zooming

Bug

Offline maps fail to download or disappear

Bug

App crashes when trying to select areas for download

Bug

Subscription not working or inaccessible

Bug

GPS locator not finding user on large scale maps

Bug

Unable to export recorded traces

Bug

App not working after iOS update

Bug

Map tiles load extremely slowly

Bug

Offline maps removed after update

Bug

Download size estimates are incorrect (e.g., 20GB for 5MB area)

Bug

App doesn't work offline at all

Bug

Downloaded tiles disappear after first use

Bug

Cannot sign in to paid subscription

Bug

Routes not recorded properly

Bug

App doesn't work on other devices with the same account

Bug

Map store not working / no in-app purchases available

Bug

Cannot see how to open downloaded map

Bug

Subscription doesn't work

Bug

App keeps asking to update and buy map packs already purchased

Bug

Map is frozen even with 4G connection

Bug

Cannot use the software in the absence of internet

Bug

Downloaded offline maps are unreadable

Bug

Detailed maps do not load

Bug

Customer service unresponsive

Bug

Unable to contact server

Bug

App is slow and glitchy

Bug

Cannot subscribe to online maps

Bug

Map download facility problems

Bug

GPS locator issues

Bug

Poor support

Bug

Maps are out of date

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Limited offline download areas

Bug

Cannot connect to map store

Bug

Map doesn't fully download after payment

Bug

App doesn't support iPhone 5 screen

Bug

Online route builder on website only does Google and OS

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Requested Features

15 requests

Improve map resolution when zooming

Feature

Add route planning/plotting functionality

Feature

Provide clear in-app instructions/tutorials

Feature

Make map downloading more intuitive

Feature

Allow overlay of cycle maps on main IGN map

Feature

Include DOM-TOM maps

Feature

Offer a trial period for subscriptions

Feature

Improve customer support responsiveness

Feature

Allow map rotation with phone

Feature

Add option to use location services only when app is in use

Feature

Make subscription management easier

Feature

Improve export/sharing of recorded routes

Feature

Allow import of GPX traces

Feature

Make search for traces easier

Feature

Offer lifetime map purchases again

Feature

FAQ

What does this app do?

This app provides offline GPS navigation using official French topographic maps (IGN) and other map layers like satellite and road maps. It allows users to plan, record, and share hiking and biking routes with confidence, even without a phone signal.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include offline access to official IGN topographic maps, GPS tracking to find your location and record routes, route creation and sharing tools, a built-in compass, and multiple map views including satellite and road maps. It also offers elevation profiles for planned routes.

How much does the app cost?

The app offers a free version with several map types and the ability to download maps. For unlimited access to IGN maps, there is a subscription option available for £30 for 365 days, which automatically renews unless cancelled.

Is the app compatible with my device?

The description mentions that map downloads are stored on the iPhone, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It also notes that routes can be moved between iPhone, iPad, and the website, indicating broader device support.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include planning and following hiking or biking routes in France, exploring new areas with confidence due to offline map access, recording outdoor adventures, and sharing routes with friends or the community. It's ideal for anyone who needs reliable navigation in areas with poor or no mobile signal.