# Magic Earth Navigation & Maps vs Neshan Map

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Neshan Map at none against Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's 1. Neshan Map also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (69% vs 51%). Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support 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. Neshan Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

Neshan Map holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 563 and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 69% of Neshan Map's.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, Neshan Map every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps | Neshan Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (563 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neshan-map/id1548188093/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 563 | **2.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 51.2% of reviews | **68.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #169 | **#22** |
| Size | 92 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lane International BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808449484) | [Javad Amel Khabazan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1122556409) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #169 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

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


### Neshan Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neshan-map/id1548188093)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Discover and navigate to locations with this comprehensive mapping app. It offers multi-mode navigation for various transport types and optimized routing, including features for taxi drivers. Enjoy worldwide maps and helpful navigation aids.

**Highlights:** Worldwide maps (OpenStreetMap), Location search (restaurants, gas stations), Multi-mode navigation (car, public transport, motorcycle), Apple CarPlay support, GPS-based navigation, Multi-lane guidance

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app, especially with latest updates
- 💯 Excellent navigation app
- 👍 Perfect for navigation while driving
- 🗺️ Best map application

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Critical flaw: cannot open/share location from other apps
- 🔄 Screen rotation doesn't work
- 🚗 Not compatible with CarPlay
- 🔋 High battery usage
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Location detection issues after updates
- Search functionality not working properly
- Radio feature not active on iOS
- Favorite places not showing correctly

**Requested features**

- Add support for Apple CarPlay
- Implement horizontal/landscape mode
- Add option to change voice/language
- Improve walking directions and guides
- Add support for Apple Watch and Dynamic Island


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is Neshan Map free?

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

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

Neshan Map is rated higher. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 out of 5 from 563 ratings, while Neshan Map averages 4.3 from 2.6K ratings.

### Do Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or Neshan Map have ads?

Neither Magic Earth Navigation & Maps nor Neshan Map shows ads.

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

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and Neshan Map every 3 weeks. Most recently, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps was updated on September 23, 2026 and Neshan Map on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or Neshan Map?

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #169 in the App Store charts, and Neshan Map at #22. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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