# Poison Maps > Offline points of interest and route discovery app with advanced navigation modes. (iPhone/iPad app by CCS Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps/id569489565 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [CCS Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/569489568) - Category: Navigation, Travel - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.40/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 1.3 GB - Languages: American English, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), French (France) - Released: 2013-01-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps/id569489565/reviews.md ## What is Poison Maps? Poison Maps (“POIs on Maps”) is the ultimate app for finding Points of Interest anywhere in the world. It includes millions of POIs and routes, all stored on your device for use even when offline. The app contains every possible category of POI: food, hotels, banks, toilets, fuel stations, tourist attractions, leisure, parking, shops, hills, towns, transport, hospitals, churches, schools, libraries, civic buildings, rescue services, and much much more. It also contains 4 million miles of colour-coded routes, such as railways, subway maps, bus routes, cycle routes, hiking trails and ski pistes. The POIs and routes are all taken from the fantastic OpenStreetMap project. The app includes many unique features: • a toolbar at the bottom of the screen that allows you to display what you want in just 2 or 3 taps; • signs pointing to offscreen POIs, so that you never miss a nearby POI; • compass, radar and scanner modes that display the nearest POIs in different ways; • a unique gesture that allows rapid panning by temporarily zooming out (using 3D Touch when available); • back and forward buttons that help you retrace what you have looked at (like on a browser); • an Apple Watch app that shows what you want in only a few taps (or just one tap of the complication); Compass mode simply shows signs to the POIs. This is particularly useful when you just want to know what is around you or which way to head, and you haven’t got time to inspect a map, such as when cycling or hiking. It also works offline and is perfect for people who hate maps: they just follow the sign to where they want to go. It is also great at viewpoints to identify what hills, towns and structures you can see. Radar mode and Scanner modes are similar but also include a map that rotates around the current position. They include radar “rings” to show the distances from the current position. Scanner mode uniquely positions the GPS dot at the bottom of the screen so that you can see much more information in the direction that you are pointing. The unique panning gesture requires just one touch of one finger instead of the multi-finger gymnastics required by the traditional “pinch to zoom” approach (although that is still available). It also provides a quick way of zooming out and back in again when you are not sure what area the map is showing. It is a brilliant and completely original use of 3D Touch but also works fine on iPhones without it (using a long touch). The Apple Watch app also allows you to select any category in just a few taps. When you have selected a category then the nearest POIs are shown on a mini-map with the details listed below. The watch app also provides navigation to a POI, and you can even phone a POI from the watch! These are just some of the unique aspects of the app. All the usual map features are also provided, such as super-fast searching, directions, bookmarks, POI information, favouriting of brands, and much more. You can even create your own POIs, such as where you parked your car. Note: This is the full global version – if you want to give the app a try first then please click on the 'Related' link above and install one of the regional versions. Not only can you try the app for free, but these versions only take up about the same space as 2 or 3 music albums. ## Key features - Offline POI and route access - Extensive POI categories - Directional signs to offscreen POIs - Compass, radar, and scanner modes - Unique gesture for rapid panning - Apple Watch app integration ## Recent user reviews (10 of 13) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps/id569489565/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Impressionnante *2022-06-01* les superlatifs ne sont pas necessaires ! pour le prix (voire gratuitement), cette application surclasse les autres, en alliant cartographie et encyclopedie, dans un environnement fluide et complet ! ### 2/5 — Cannot recommend *2020-12-28* Doesn’t come with the current version of OpenStreetMap, so frustratingly many of the POIs will lead you on a wild goose chase because they don’t exist anymore. I haven’t found any way to update the version of map that it uses. It often aborts on the Apple Watch SE using WatchOS 7.2. If these issues were corrected, this app could’ve been nice. But it doesn’t seem like it’s being updated anymore. For now, I can’t recommend it. ### 1/5 — Great idea but crashes. *2019-05-31* Worked the first time and then keeps crashing and going off. ### 5/5 — Poison Map *2019-04-04* By far one of the most useful apps i have come across, it’s helped me out no end of times when i’ve needed it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ### 1/5 — Watch App Blank *2018-02-02* This app doesn’t appear to work on the watch. The menu appears but when I select any POI category the map page is totally black. **Developer response:** Apologies that it took a while to update the watch app to work with watchOS 4. This has now been fixed in the latest version, along with support for the iPhone X. Please try it out if you have time. ### 5/5 — This is the POI app you're looking for... *2017-09-29* Whether you're looking for food, lodging, fuel, this app has it all...every conceivable POI you can think of and not just in the USA, but in the entire world. Looking for a restaurant in Budapest, Hungary? Done. Need a hotel in Bombay, India? Done. Searching for gas in Santiago, Chile? No problem. The interface is also really clean, all labels are easy to read. The usage of actual company logos on maps is a nice touch. And if you're wondering if Poison Maps POI are superior to Apple and Google maps, the answer is a resounding yes. All in all, a five star app, that's invaluable for domestic and international travelers. Buy it, you won't regret it! ### 5/5 — Very useful POI Map *2017-04-19* I am surprised that this app does not have more downloads and reviews. It is a very useful map for the traveler or tourist who may be looking for Points of Interest along the way or wherever they are staying. POI categories include Amenities, Food, Leisure, Motoring (including fuel and parking), Shops, Tourism, Transport and Various. It also has the ability to add user created POI's. So whether traveling or playing tourist in your own state, Poison maps is a useful tool for finding a new coffee shop, cafe, pub, park, etc. Try it, you will like it :) ### 5/5 — POIson Maps app--Love it! *2016-08-01* This world map displaying Points of Interest is so useful! Detailed information as to everything in my community, not to mention the world at large (pin, bookmark, get info, etc.) Local businesses, restaurants, gas stations, stores--everything! And it's all offline, too (make sure your device has enough space for download). Very inexpensive price. Highly recommend POIson Maps! ### 4/5 — Promising... But *2016-04-11* Promising, but really could use the ability to allow user-defined poi's created manually, rather than only via the current gps location - makes the app useless for planning trips and excursions. ### 5/5 — Great App!! *2016-03-22* This app is a great idea and well implemented ## Frequently asked questions about Poison Maps ### What is Poison Maps? Poison Maps is an application designed to help users find millions of points of interest and routes globally. It stores all data on the device, allowing for offline use, and offers various navigation modes. ### How much does Poison Maps cost? Poison Maps is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $1.99. This price grants you access to all its features and data. ### Does Poison Maps work offline? Yes, Poison Maps is designed for offline use. All points of interest and route data are stored directly on your device, so you can access them without an internet connection. ### What devices is Poison Maps compatible with? Poison Maps is available for Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This allows for a consistent experience across your Apple ecosystem. ### What kind of points of interest can I find with Poison Maps? You can find a vast array of POIs including food, hotels, banks, tourist attractions, shops, hospitals, schools, and much more. It covers nearly every category imaginable. ### How does Poison Maps compare to other navigation apps? Poison Maps offers unique features like directional signs to offscreen POIs, specialized radar and scanner modes, and an intuitive panning gesture. Its offline capabilities are also a key differentiator. ### Is Poison Maps suitable for outdoor activities like hiking or cycling? Yes, Poison Maps is excellent for outdoor activities. Its offline functionality, compass mode, and ability to display hiking trails and cycle routes make it a valuable tool for adventurers. ### When was Poison Maps last updated? The latest version of Poison Maps, 3.0.8, was last updated on April 4, 2018. The app was initially released on January 14, 2013. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.0.8 — 2018-04-04 This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. Now compatible with iPhone X and Apple Watch 3. Updated with the latest data from OpenStreetMap: Now almost 30 million POIs and 4 million miles of routes for use even when offline! ### 3.0.7 — 2016-12-06 We have massively improved the Watch app, which now shows your GPS path to help you work out where the POIs are. Also, you can configure a complication to show any type of results in just one tap (pubs, gas stations, churches... basically anything you want), and now you can also choose the icon that is shown on your watch face! The main iPhone/iPad app is now much smoother and easier to use, with loads more POIs. And if you have just bought an iPhone 7 or 6S, then don't forget the unique 3D Touch zoom/pan gesture. It really is the most original use of 3D Touch on any app! ### 3.0.6 — 2016-08-18 This is our biggest update ever, with loads of new and improved features: - Improved user interface with new clearer look - New Languages: French, German, Italian and Spanish - Auto-zooming intelligently adjusts the map to show required POIs - New Watch Complication - search for anything in just 1 tap on the watch face - Improved Watch app now shows POIs on a map as well as a list - New "Dark Mode" option - 3D Touch shortcuts for compass mode, searching, creating POIs and more - 3D Touch Peek/Pop for previewing POI websites and details - Improved in-app POI website browsing - Ability to create your own POIs anywhere (as well as at the current location) - Latest OpenStreetMap data - Bug fixes ### 3.0.5 — 2015-12-16 Refinements to unique 3D Touch panning gesture; Latest OpenStreetMap data; Bug fixes. ### 3.0.4 — 2015-11-11 Unique panning gesture using 3D Touch on iPhone 6S and 6S Plus; New super-fast Apple Watch app included; Improved colour-coded transit maps for rail, buses & trams; Utilises full resolution on iPad Pro; Latest OpenStreetMap data with over 20 million POIs and over 3 million miles of routes. Loads of other enhancements and bug fixes. ## Apps similar to Poison Maps | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [BiciZen](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bicizen/id1671632609) | — | Free | Navigation | | [HB-MemoRoute](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hb-memoroute/id6747380648) | — | Free | Navigation | ## More apps by CCS Ltd - [Poison Maps - UK & Ireland](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps-uk-and-ireland/id739773195) - [Poison Maps - North America](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps-north-america/id766399157) - [Poison Maps - Northern Europe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps-northern-europe/id766420259) - [Poison Maps - Southern Europe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps-southern-europe/id766420531) - [Poison Maps - Eastern Europe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poison-maps-eastern-europe/id766470494) All apps by CCS Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/569489568 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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