# Magic Earth Navigation & Maps vs Matchy Maps

The clearest difference is price: Magic Earth Navigation & Maps at Free against Matchy Maps's $3.99. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps also leads on ratings volume (568 vs 7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). Matchy Maps's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.4 vs 3.9). On ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps is free to download; Matchy Maps costs $3.99 up front. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Matchy Maps asks for nothing beyond the download.

Matchy Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic Earth Navigation & Maps has 568 ratings behind it against 7, 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 67% of Matchy Maps's.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, Matchy Maps every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps | Matchy Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [3.9 (568 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) | **[4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchy-maps/id6759603627/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **568** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #181 | **#125** |
| Size | 94 MB | 58 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) | [Brambleshine Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879754720) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #181 Top Grossing · 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


### Matchy Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchy-maps/id6759603627)

**Currently charting:** #125 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Transform paper maps into interactive digital guides. Simply photograph your map, align it digitally, and see your real-time location overlaid. Navigate complex routes with ease in parks, zoos, and theme parks.

**Highlights:** Import paper maps via photo, Real-time location tracking on maps, Navigate complex routes easily, Import maps from images and PDFs, Ad-free and no subscription required

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is Matchy Maps free?

Matchy Maps costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Matchy Maps is rated higher. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 out of 5 from 568 ratings, while Matchy Maps averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.

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

Neither Magic Earth Navigation & Maps nor Matchy Maps shows ads.

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

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and Matchy Maps every 4 weeks. Most recently, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps was updated on October 20, 2026 and Matchy Maps on October 20, 2026.

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

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #181 in the App Store charts, and Matchy Maps at #125. 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.*