# Topo Maps for iPad — user reviews > 94 indexed App Store user reviews of Topo Maps for iPad by Mappendix Limited, rated 4.30/5 from 15 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-for-ipad/id368739154/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-for-ipad/id368739154.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 9 · 4★ 3 · 3★ 2 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 1 ## Newest reviews (14 of 94) ### 4/5 — Goods maps *2024-07-24, version 1.19* One thing—can you make it to where we can a map set, please. ### 2/5 — App used to be good. Not working on iPad Air iOS 8 *2015-07-24, version 1.15* App used to be really good. However on iPad Air running iOS 8 touch and hold gesture is too sensitive causing the app to think drag gesture is being performed. This renders app useless as it relies on tap and hold gesture to download maps and to switch between overview and Topo maps. Hopefully this problem will be fixed in a future update. ### 3/5 — Good but not finished *2015-06-07, version 1.15* Great app, good maps, download what you need, great memory saver. But screen print and email is the only option for printing. Add air print or email full file then app would be five stars. Also w Also watch the maps they are not all current. ### 2/5 — No longer works *2014-11-11, version 1.15* I don't know if it is the new update for iOS 8 I am still using iOS 7. This app no longer does anything when opened and I can't zoom in to view maps at all. ### 5/5 — Great app *2014-09-15, version 1.12.2* Its the best function to value topo mapping solution period. Great job Phil!! ### 5/5 — Great App *2014-08-19, version 1.12.1* I have both the iPad and iPhone versions. This app is not super intuitive so read the directions. There are lots of hidden capabilities. For example, in the map download screen tap and hold a map until it turns blue then drag to select multiple maps. Also, I had a problem and sent the developer an email, I had a response within 24 hours. Great app, worth the money. ### 2/5 — iPad version does not work *2014-04-21, version 1.12.1* I have used the iPhone version, and it is fine, except of course the screen is too small. The mosaic function on the iPad version, which is essential to using the topo versions of the maps, does not work. The iPhone version works better on the iPad than the iPad version. ### 2/5 — Very disappointing! *2014-03-28, version 1.12.1* Poor user interface, blurry maps, not worth the money. ### 5/5 — A great app for USGS topo maps *2014-02-24, version 1.12.1* I've played around a bit and I like this app. The fact you can seamlessly join together maps is a big plus. And then today I found that I could e-mail a zipped 15x15 scale usgs map to myself and open it,this app astounding. Now I can have some of the usgs historical maps in the I-pad. I hope they don't upgrade the maps to the latest ones available. ### 4/5 — Solid and usable *2014-02-03, version 1.12.1* I've used it for several years both iPhone and iPad versions. I have looked for something that might be as useful as the old topo maps but haven't found anything that isn't an expensive commercial solution like ESRI or the like. This is a very usable way to take lots of maps with you into the field. I have tried Gaia but I haven't had good luck with the download integrity. This apps download routine may not be the easiest, but you do have what what you somewhat tediously selected. ### 4/5 — Needs work but still an ok app. *2014-01-31, version 1.12.1* For the money this should be better. It needs: The base map has almost no detail. This makes it hard to find the topo that I really want to download and I have to guess and check with what I download. I would like to know the actual file sizes before I download. Just saying large or small tells me absolutely noting at all. I would like to go from one map to an adjacent map without going back to the base map. This is a good solid app but needs to be better. ### 4/5 — Getting outdated *2014-01-05, version 1.12.1* I got this app a while ago and used it occasionally. The problem is it relies on the old topo maps which are hard to read. US Forest service maps are way better. I am trying to find those now. ### 4/5 — Just what I was looking for *2013-10-04, version 1.11* This is great app, just what I was looking for. I have started to do some off roading and wanted to be able to use my iPad and not my pc for the maps. I have the wifi only version, so I needed a off network app. I tried another topo maps app that you had to have yearly or month subscription but was pain to get maps on to the iPad. And when I needed to work it did not. The plus side to this app is you can DL maps from with the app. I give it only four stars because wish the app could track were you have been. I can't seem to find away to do that. Would be nice update if the app does not have it now. ### 5/5 — Technically good, but outdated maps -- Update *2013-07-22, version 1.11* UPDATE: The developer contacted me and explained that USGS has updated maps on some servers, but not on the server he uses to access the GEOTiff formatted maps that the program uses. He is working with them to solve the issue or find a workaround. Kudos to the developer for being responsible. If the maps get updated, I would rate this program much higher. I am keeping my fingers crossed. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I think the program is OK as far as the software goes, but the maps are scanned versions of fairly outdated paper maps. Thus, you run the risk of not having roads or trails that exist on the ground not being on the map or, worse, roads and trails that once existed but were closed or moved not being shown on the map. Had I known that the app used outdated maps, I would not have purchased it. As it is I am stuck with it. If up-to-date maps are important to you, look elsewhere. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Don’t waste your $$$ *2023-10-11, version 1.19* Unfortunately this app uses severely outdated maps which isn’t helpful when you are navigating in the backcountry and need current information. Search for a better app!!! Apple needs to do their due-diligence when allowing app developers to put their apps on the Apple apps store to ensure the apps do as they claim. ### 1/5 — Back to 1970 *2021-07-15, version 1.16* Really not impressed. The maps are severely antiquated and not very useful for hiking at all. Compared to other options, this was thrown together to garner a profit before the developer is found out. ### 1/5 — Ripoff *2016-07-19, version 1.15* Bad purchase, uses old scanned Canadian Topp maps that are outdated, wast of money ### 1/5 — Only for iPad *2016-06-23, version 1.15* Dumb me, I thought like with most apps I could get this and put on my iPhone as well. Smart developer who made one for both devices so you have to buy it twice, once for each device. Great app, I would give it a five star, but wanted it for the phone. Oh well, the developer is now $8 richer so I can put it on both devices. ### 1/5 — Topo charts *2015-12-28, version 1.15* Charts in most cases are very Very old. Appears not to be up to date. Way over priced. ### 1/5 — I WANT A REFUND *2013-08-01, version 1.11* Please give me a refund. It does not cover all of Canada. ### 1/5 — Junk *2013-02-16, version 1.11* I find this the biggest waste of money for any app I have ever bought. The only reason I give it one star is because I could not give it zero. The user interface is hard to use. I was hoping to use this as a navigation aid on a hunting trip I am planning. The last thing I want is to be on a mountain in Colorado with this app as my means from getting lost. I think I will stick to a paper map and compass. ### 1/5 — Whoops ! *2012-10-19, version 1.9.2* Was having problems downloading maps so I contacted Phil , he really came through for me . The App. Is working great now . ### 1/5 — awful *2012-10-03, version 1.9.2* 5 crashes in 5 minutes of using the app. Really? The waypoint management is atrocious, but a great way to blow up the app. $8 wasted. :( ### 1/5 — What about Newfoundland *2012-08-31, version 1.9.2* Downloaded this app and no maps for Newfoundland so it is completely useless for me. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Beautiful interface and maps *2022-04-07, version 1.16* I’ve been using The iPhone version for years. The iPad version has the same functionality, but the added screen size transforms this app into a work of art. ### 5/5 — Best app I’ve ever purchased *2020-11-24, version 1.16* This may be an oldie but I wanted to stop in and say it’s the best purchase I’ve ever made on the App Store. With a gps enabled iPad it effectively turns your iPad into a full screen topo map with location. Get the maps you think you’ll need at home and no need for cell signal. Super powerful tool for any type of outdoor activity off the grid. Just want to say “Well done” to the creators. ### 5/5 — What’s not to like? *2018-05-24, version 1.16* Are you kidding me people? Just thinking about this app makes me excited. No kidding! I have been using topo maps for 30 years and this app has changed my life, for the better. There is nothing about this app that doesn’t work, “just right”. Power, speed, function, native offline use, features that will meet any need you can expect (and more!). Excellent manual, great support, a real work of art in a world of online 4G required apps and dizzying oddness in iPad mapping. Keep up the great work! ### 5/5 — Fantastic App *2017-12-05, version 1.16* I have been using this app on both an iPhone 4 and iPad for over a year now. I have downloaded about 4000 topo maps, 16 gigs worth. I use it when exploring huge areas on my ATV here in Idaho. Plus I downloaded 25 maps for a hog hunt in California and another 50 or so for a fishing trip to Oregon. If I read about a place that sounds like I might want to explore it I download the relevant maps and check it out. I have retired my Garmins. This app has better maps and is easier to use with better displays. It is also extremely accurate and fast. To cover a single 20 mile loop could take over 50 paper maps. No problem with this app. I use the zoom in and out feature constantly as well as the waypoint and search feature. I also use the map elevation to calibrate my Garmin GPS wrist watch frequently. I use the distance ruler occasionally as well as different units capability (UTM and Lat/Long). I rarely use the other features. I usually just want to see the blue dot where I am standing and the names of the surrounding features and the waypoint marking camp. My only caveats are: some of the underlying maps are outdated - obviously not the fault of the app. Moving waypoint files between devices is a pain. And downloading a maximum of 20 maps at a time is a minor inconvenience. The program occasionally hangs when I launch it. I haven't figured out if this is a communication problem with the Apple GPS code or a bug it the app. A force abort of the app and a relaunch fixes it so it is a minor annoyance. All in all this is in my top three most used and enjoyed app. If you have a GPS equipped Apple device and spend time outdoors, especially off the beaten track, this app is spectacular. Update: Dec 2017 I continue to use this app extensively and love it. Over the years the app has been improved in important ways. For example I just upgraded to iPhoneX from my old iPhone6. Apples iTunes save/restore failed to work properly. Fortunately I had backed up my extensive waypoint files using that feature of this app. I had to manually reload all the topo Maps into the iPhoneX, but was able to reload all the waypoints from the back up file effortlessly. This is really great real world functional app. ### 5/5 — Excellent App *2017-10-22, version 1.16* This app combined with a bluetooth Bad Elf GPS Pro works perfect on my wireless only iPad. An always on option would be helpful because it currently requires the user to go to settings and change the Apple display auto-lock setting to never, which I seem to forget to do before I open this app, then of course you have to remember to change the setting back once you stop using the app. All in all though this app is highly recommended for back-country driving in areas with no cellular/wifi service, as long as you have a GPS and have already downloaded your topo maps or offline maps. I use the same app on my phone as my primary backup (and hard copy maps as a second back-up). I do use Avenza Maps too as it offers more map options, especially for kayaking but my primary back-country vehicle navigation app is this one. ### 5/5 — Best map app ever! *2017-05-18, version 1.16* If you ever liked playing with topo maps, this app is a must! GREAT features allow you to measure distance and compass heading between points. Awesome feature allows you to see the view-shed from any point - fantastic for real estate analysis. I bought my mountain property based on this app. Perfect balance between government provided maps and beautiful 3rd party software that makes this one of my all time favorite apps! ### 5/5 — Great App! *2016-10-26, version 1.15* This is the best bargain out there. I started using this app while hunting areas w/o cell service. Being able to download both USGS maps and satellite images for the areas ahead of time allows access to this data while offline. ### 5/5 — The best App if you want USGS topos maps! *2016-06-05, version 1.15* I've been using this Ap for over a year (both iPod and iPad versions) with a BadElf external GPS and it works great! There's no need for a cellular connection once you've downloaded the quads you want. Most recently, it saved my butt while exploring a remote, roadless area of Utah, far from cell service. Those who complain in the Ap reviews about the age/quality of the maps obviously have no prior experience with USGS raster topos. If you understand the limitations and advantages of those, this is the best tool I've found for using the large scale USGS quads on an affordable mobile platform. My thanks to the developer for a very useful program. ### 5/5 — Still the best topo app out there (update) *2015-01-30, version 1.15* Perfect on my iPad Mini! I really appreciate the ability to sync maps between my iPhone and iPad. 1.15 has worked flawlessly for me. Stable, flexible, fast, responsive, and well-designed. Of all of the apps I've tried or bought, this one stands head and shoulders above the rest. I love the ability to either import or export waypoints, and to share maps between my iPhone and iPad instead of needing to re-download everything. ### 5/5 — Great for finding the little things *2014-10-27, version 1.14* Uses the older topo maps which, in many cases, have more detail than the newer maps. If you want the most detail in your maps, this is the app. Works well in the field without an Internet connection because the maps are downloaded directly to your iPad beforehand. Great for exploring all the little things they have left off the new maps. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*