# Magic Earth Navigation & Maps vs TomTom

The clearest difference is rating: TomTom at 4.6 against Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's 3.9. TomTom also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (3.2K vs 569). Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. TomTom asks for nothing beyond the download.

TomTom holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TomTom has 3.2K ratings behind it against 569, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 51% and 50% positive.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, TomTom every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps | TomTom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (569 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tomtom-maps-and-traffic/id1438106561/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 569 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **51.1% of reviews** | 50.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 94 MB | 665 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lane International BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808449484) | [TomTom](https://appshunter.io/developer/326055452) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679)

Navigate your world with detailed offline maps and turn-by-turn directions for driving, biking, and walking. Enjoy real-time traffic updates and public transport information, all while prioritizing your privacy. Unlock advanced features with an optional subscription.

**Highlights:** Offline maps for 233 countries, Turn-by-turn navigation, Real-time traffic information, Public transport routing, Head-up Display (HUD) feature, CarPlay compatibility, Weather forecasts

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline navigation
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🚘 Works well with CarPlay
- 💡 Customizable map views and voices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated map data and speed limit information
- 🔍 Poor search functionality and address lookup
- 🚧 Routing issues, such as suggesting inappropriate roads
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤖 Unreliable voice guidance and lane assistance

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard obscures search results in CarPlay mode
- GPS signal issues and location jumps
- Inconsistent behavior when deviating from a route
- Crashes and freezes, especially after recent updates

**Requested features**

- Add ability to lock map orientation to North
- Improve search by allowing voice input and better location relevance
- Provide more detailed traffic information and rerouting options
- Integrate with more car systems beyond just CarPlay
- Offer more customization options for the user interface


### TomTom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tomtom-maps-and-traffic/id1438106561)

Navigate your journeys with confidence using this GPS navigation app. It offers detailed maps, real-time traffic alerts, and precision routing to help you reach your destination faster and safer. Enjoy an ad-free, private driving experience with features like speed camera warnings and lane guidance.

**Highlights:** Detailed turn-by-turn GPS navigation, Real-time traffic information and alerts, Speed camera warnings, Multiple route options, Lane guidance, Apple CarPlay compatibility, Community-powered hazard reports

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great navigation app
- 👍 Clear interface and display
- 💡 Helpful visual cues and speed limit display
- 🚀 Efficient routing and traffic updates
- 👍 Syncs well with TomTom devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 GPS issues and route calculation problems
- 🐛 Inaccurate speed limit and camera data
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes, especially on CarPlay
- 🔋 Battery drain when running in the background
- 👎 Lack of offline map support

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- GPS signal loss and incorrect positioning
- Delayed route recalculation and navigation issues
- Outdated POI and speed limit data

**Requested features**

- Offline map downloads
- Better CarPlay integration with dashboard view
- Ability to report traffic hazards and speed traps
- More customization options for alerts and notifications
- Voice search and contact integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TomTom free?

TomTom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or TomTom?

TomTom is rated higher. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 out of 5 from 569 ratings, while TomTom averages 4.6 from 3.2K ratings.

### Do Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or TomTom have ads?

Neither Magic Earth Navigation & Maps nor TomTom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or TomTom?

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and TomTom every 2 weeks. Most recently, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps was updated on October 29, 2026 and TomTom on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*