# Magic Earth Navigation & Maps vs CoMaps

The clearest difference is rating: CoMaps at 4.7 against Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's 3.9. CoMaps also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (80% vs 51%). Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (563 vs 131). On price, ads, chart position 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. CoMaps asks for nothing beyond the download.

CoMaps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 563 and 131 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 80% of CoMaps's.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, CoMaps fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps | CoMaps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (563 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) | **[4.7 (131 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comaps/id6747180809/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **563** | 131 |
| Positive reviews | 51.2% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #175 | **#160** |
| Size | 92 MB | 148 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lane International BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808449484) | [Anton Wenemoser](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820175292) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #175 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


### CoMaps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comaps/id6747180809)

**Currently charting:** #160 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate your world with a free, open-source mapping application focused on privacy and offline functionality. Discover detailed maps, plan trips without cellular service, and enjoy essential navigation features. It's community-built and respects your data.

**Highlights:** Downloadable detailed maps, Offline navigation, Outdoor mode with trails, Points of interest search, Voice navigation, Bookmark favorite places, Track recording

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline map capabilities
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 👍 Detailed trail maps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inability to search by full address
- 🐛 Inconsistent search results
- 👎 Limited navigation features

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to find known locations and addresses
- Incorrect search results for distant locations

**Requested features**

- Add ability to read GPX files and compute distances
- Add option to display elevations in feet
- Improve search functionality to include parks and trails


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is CoMaps free?

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

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

CoMaps is rated higher. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 out of 5 from 563 ratings, while CoMaps averages 4.7 from 131 ratings.

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

Neither Magic Earth Navigation & Maps nor CoMaps shows ads.

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

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and CoMaps fortnightly. Most recently, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps was updated on September 23, 2026 and CoMaps on September 22, 2026.

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

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #175 in the App Store charts, and CoMaps at #160. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*