# Peak Scanner

> Augmented reality app to identify surrounding mountain peaks with detailed information. (iPhone/iPad app by Quantaq Solutions LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-scanner/id596068753 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Quantaq Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596068756)
- Category: Travel, Utilities
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 1.71/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 82 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-03-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-scanner/id596068753/reviews.md

## What is Peak Scanner?

See what mountain peaks are around you simply by pointing your iPhone at them!

Using augmented reality, this app is fast and smooth, displaying information about the peaks near you. Position any peak within the cross hairs to see useful information, including peak name, height, distance from you, and also the difference in height from your current altitude.

Even if some peaks are behind others Peak Scanner still allows you to get details on them (shown in grey).

You'll find Peak Scanner a much better experience than other apps of this type:

- fast, smooth display
- no finger taps required - just point and get instant results!
- worldwide coverage (unlike other apps that make you pay for each country)
- does not require any mobile signal - all the peak data is inside the app

Peak Scanner includes data on over 500,000 mountain peaks all over the world. Whether you're in the Alps, the Lake District, or The Rockies, Peak Scanner is your ideal travel companion.

You'll never need to ask, "What's that mountain over there?" again.

Data Sources include:
Database of British and Irish Hills (http://hills-database.co.uk)
OpenStreetMap contributors (http://www.openstreetmap.org)

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## Key features

- Augmented reality peak identification
- Displays peak name, height, and distance
- Shows altitude difference
- Identifies obscured peaks
- Worldwide coverage
- Offline peak data

## Recent user reviews (10 of 82)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-scanner/id596068753/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2025-02-23*

Too random. Just doesn’t really find the mountains.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2023-04-19, version 2.10*

A complete and utter scam. It doesn’t work. I should have read the reviews. I wish I could get my money back.

### 1/5 — The app thinks I’m in a different country!

*2023-01-29, version 2.10*

The app worked fine initially but since changing my phone it thinks I’m in France when I am actually in the UK, I can’t see any way to calibrate the app or to seek help!
Any help would be gratefully received

### 1/5 — Very disappointed

*2021-11-04, version 2.10*

Am looking at a very large hill and app not able to identify it even though am well within 200km range. 
Money back please.

### 1/5 — Obs

*2021-10-30*

Poor app. Waste of money. Even make it very difficult to review. Don't recognize known mountains in plain site HUGE battery drain Want refund

### 1/5 — Not at all accurate

*2021-01-23, version 2.9*

I am 3 KM from the largest mountain in the area and it shows it in a different direction, the second largest it does not recognize 
This is Switzerland - no good here

### 1/5 — French??

*2020-09-29*

Amazing that my app annotated in French. Have never found a way to set preferred language. Consequentially I don’t have a clue if it’s displays are valid/accurate. Net = useless

### 1/5 — Not even close

*2020-04-01*

Comically inaccurate.

### 4/5 — A good app but room for improvement

*2019-11-14, version 2.8*

Great App and works as it should. Will be perfect for finding hills when out walking!

Slightly disappointed after paying as still seems to show 23km max, even when set at full range. Thankfully a bit further then the OS Maps 15km range.

Agree with some others - be good if you could click the hill and open the OS Hill page or another site for information on the hill.

### 5/5 — What a great app!!

*2019-06-25, version 2.8*

Works great Loving the radar view! Didn't know u could adjust the range. just fab

## Frequently asked questions about Peak Scanner

### What does Peak Scanner do?

Peak Scanner uses augmented reality to identify mountain peaks around you. Simply point your iPhone at them, and the app will display information such as the peak's name, height, distance from your location, and the difference in altitude compared to your current position.

### How does Peak Scanner identify peaks?

The app utilizes augmented reality technology to overlay information onto your camera's view. By positioning a peak within the crosshairs, you can instantly access its details. It can even identify peaks that are partially or fully obscured by others, displaying them in grey.

### Is Peak Scanner free to use?

Based on the provided information, Peak Scanner is a paid application. There is no mention of free usage, in-app purchases, or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### Does Peak Scanner work offline?

Yes, Peak Scanner does not require a mobile signal to function. All the necessary peak data is stored within the app itself, allowing you to identify mountains even in remote areas without internet connectivity.

### What kind of information does Peak Scanner provide about peaks?

Peak Scanner provides essential details for each identified mountain. This includes the peak's name, its height above sea level, the distance from your current location, and the difference in altitude between the peak and your current position.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.10 — 2021-10-18

Compatibility with iOS15

### 2.9 — 2020-10-13

Some minor bugs squashed

### 2.8 — 2019-06-18

- Even more peaks added
- Minor bug fixes

### 2.7 — 2017-08-14

Some minor bug fixes. Better altitude icon and compass cardinal direction displayed now. Enjoy!

### 2.6 — 2017-01-05

Just a minor tweak to the field of view, which means the peak icons stay on the mountain tops as you sweep the phone across the horizon. Other than that, we hope you enjoy using Peak Scanner. Leaving us good reviews helps further sales and allows us the funds to continually improve the app. Fancy helping out?

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