# Magic Earth Navigation & Maps vs Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

The clearest difference is rating: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS at 4.7 against Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's 3.9. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 51%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). 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. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS has 3.7K ratings behind it against 569, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 88% of Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS's.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps | Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (569 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 569 | **3.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews | **88.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#42** |
| Size | 94 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lane International BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808449484) | [Organic Maps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567437059) |

## 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


### Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057)

**Currently charting:** #42 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate and explore with detailed offline maps and GPS guidance. Plan, record, and import routes for travel, hikes, and rides without needing an internet connection. Enjoy privacy-first, battery-efficient navigation with extensive points of interest.

**Highlights:** 100% offline maps and navigation, Fast zooming and search, Detailed points of interest, Turn-by-turn voice guidance, Hiking and cycling trail layers, Route recording and import/export, Multiple map styles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline maps
- 🔒 Privacy-focused
- 👍 Detailed and accurate maps
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Lightweight and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing issues
- 🔋 Can be battery-intensive during navigation
- 🔍 Search function could be improved
- 👎 Routing and navigation not as robust as some paid alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent handling of address search
- Elevation data not always accurate

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize map styles and colors
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Improved public transportation routing
- Satellite/aerial imagery support
- Apple Watch app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS free?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is rated higher. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 out of 5 from 569 ratings, while Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS averages 4.7 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS have ads?

Neither Magic Earth Navigation & Maps nor Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. Most recently, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps was updated on October 26, 2026 and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS on October 26, 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.*