# Polis Inventory — Archaic and Classical Poleis

> Interactive map of ancient Greek settlements from Archaic and Classical periods. (iPhone/iPad app by Jess Taylor.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polis-inventory/id1527341314 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jess Taylor](https://appshunter.io/developer/417821730)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-08-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polis-inventory/id1527341314/reviews.md

## What is Polis Inventory?

Polis-Inventory maps the ancient Greek settlements from the Archaic and Classical periods (c. 650–325 BCE) as identified in the pioneering work published by the Copenhagen Polis Centre, An Inventory of Archaic and Classical Poleis by M. H. Hansen and T. Nielsen (Oxford, 2005; here referred to as the “HN Inventory”).

The digital dataset in Polis-Inventory, based on the HN Inventory, comes primarily from the website polis.stanford.edu, managed by Stanford University’s Department of Classics. The dataset reflects ongoing digitization and enhancement of the original print work by the Stanford team and subsequent classical scholars. We continue to advance the data, improving locations and correcting errors as they are encountered.

Polis-Inventory is an informative, interactive companion to the HN Inventory, allowing visualization, search, and filtering of the poleis using a set of physical and historical parameters. Parameter definitions are available in context as you browse. Further detail and attribution can be found at odysseymaps.io, polis.stanford.edu, and in the HN Inventory itself.

If you would like a copy of the data in this app, you can copy it to your clipboard in GeoJSON format from the About page.

Privacy: No user data is tracked or stored by Polis-Inventory.

Support: An optional Tip Jar is available to support ongoing development (tips are voluntary and don’t unlock features).
Independence: Polis-Inventory is an independent companion and is not affiliated with, sponsored, or endorsed by Stanford University or Oxford University Press.

## Key features

- Interactive map of ancient Greek poleis
- Search and filter by physical/historical parameters
- Data based on scholarly inventory
- View parameter definitions in-app
- Export data in GeoJSON format
- No user data tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polis-inventory/id1527341314/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Wonderful!

*2025-10-02*

So fun to explore!

### 5/5 — Nice Update!

*2025-10-01*

Definitely cleaner and easier to use!

### 5/5 — Great Update!

*2025-09-30*

Intuitive and much more useful!

### 5/5 — A Charming Resource

*2024-05-08*

I'm very happy this exists! I have been poking through the data and having fun.

**Developer response:** Super - that's what it is for! Thank you for the review!

### 4/5 — Useful, clean, but a couple of gaps...

*2020-12-27*

If you're into Classics, particularly the history of th Greek city-state, this is the app for you.  A simple visualization of the location of all identified historical Greek city-states, spanning the historical period of their existence and the length of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. While it has a good deal of data on the city-states, it lacks a data dictionary.  So while there's a "polisity" score, you can't find how that score is constructed.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your detailed review, it's much appreciated! It's true only a concise key of terms is provided. Users are invited to consult the references provided for complete details. 

Update 2025 - The data dictionary gap mentioned is narrowed with the latest release. Parameter definitions are more readily accessed and explanations have been deepened. Thanks again for your review!

### 4/5 — Nice concept. Here are some suggestions

*2020-09-02*

Hello. This app is really interesting and helpful for my studies. However there is some missing information on the polis. 
First thing that can be added is additional leagues for the polis. There were more then the Athenian and Koine league. 
You can also change the pin marks to be different colour to represent what league they belong to. 
Also, some further information on how you determine the level of ‘barbarian’ in these polis would be nice. What do you consider Greek and ‘barbarian’ in this case? Where do you draw the line? 

Thank you.

**Developer response:** Glad you like the app and thank you for your suggestions, I will take note of them. Regarding the content itself, to date I have stayed true to what is reported in "An Inventory of Archaic and Classical Poleis" by Hansen & Nielsen. Detailed definitions for each of the parameters presented in the app may be found there.

### 5/5 — Smooth and informative

*2020-08-18*

Filters and search are intuitive. Easy to drill and pan.

## Frequently asked questions about Polis Inventory

### What ancient periods does Polis Inventory cover?

Polis Inventory focuses on the Archaic and Classical periods of ancient Greek settlements, specifically from approximately 650 to 325 BCE.

### Is Polis Inventory based on academic research?

Yes, the app's dataset is primarily based on the pioneering work 'An Inventory of Archaic and Classical Poleis' by M. H. Hansen and T. Nielsen, and is enhanced by Stanford University's Department of Classics.

### Can I export the data from Polis Inventory?

Yes, you can copy the app's data to your clipboard in GeoJSON format directly from the 'About' page.

### Does Polis Inventory track my personal data?

No, Polis Inventory is designed with privacy in mind and does not track or store any user data.

### How can I support the development of Polis Inventory?

An optional Tip Jar is available within the app for voluntary contributions to support ongoing development. These tips do not unlock any features.

### What devices is Polis Inventory compatible with?

Polis Inventory is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for Polis Inventory?

Polis Inventory has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Polis Inventory updated?

The app was last updated on January 17, 2026, indicating active development and maintenance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2026-01-17

Small Update:

* Improved the location of ancient Methone, Macedonia based on information provided in a recent publication of Hesperia Vol. 94, Num. 3 July-September 2025
* Maintenance update for iOS26.1

### 2.0.2 — 2025-10-09

Updated the City Grid data to correctly report 7 of 1,035 poleis that have evidence of a grid plan but whose first attestation dates are unknown. Previously, these were grouped in the “No grid or no evidence” category.

### 2.0.1 — 2025-10-01

Fixed layout issue on the About View for older iPhones.

### 2.0.0 — 2025-09-29

This release includes two major revisions:
• Polis Detail view redesigned for greater legibility and clarity.
• In-context parameter descriptions while viewing a polis or applying filters—no separate key required.

Plus:
• Refreshed typography and color aligned with the latest iOS design guidelines.
• Bug fixes and small improvements.
• New: Optional Tip Jar to support ongoing development (tips are voluntary and don’t unlock features).

### 1.7.3 — 2025-09-22

* Minor UI updates for iOS26
* Retiring macOS App in favor of Mac (Designed for iPad)

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