# Topo Maps US vs Easy_GPS

The clearest difference is rating: Easy_GPS at 5.0 against Topo Maps US's 4.4. Easy_GPS also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). Topo Maps US's advantage is ratings volume (214 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Easy_GPS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps US has 214 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Topo Maps US's written reviews are positive against 100% of Easy_GPS's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps US | Easy_GPS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (214 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-us/id1033846196/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-gps/id1398069829/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **214** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 5 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DC Cloud Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/353416960) | [Joseph Noel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1398069828) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps US

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-us/id1033846196)

Access and download detailed topographic maps of the United States for offline use. Track your location, mark waypoints, and record your routes for outdoor activities. Navigate with direction arrows and measure distances on the map.

**Highlights:** Download US topographic maps, Offline map viewing, GPS location tracking, Add and import waypoints (flags), Import and share GPX/LOC files, Record and share trails, Elevation profile charts

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
- 📱 Works completely offline with downloaded maps
- 💰 Free app with no subscriptions or ads
- 🗺️ High-quality USGS topographic maps
- 📍 Accurate GPS location tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 White/gray blocks appearing on offline maps
- 🔋 High battery drain during route recording
- ❌ Limited color options for flags (only red)
- ⚠️ Route recording stops unexpectedly
- 🔍 No search functionality for trails/landmarks

**Reported bugs**

- White and gray blocks appearing on downloaded offline maps
- Route recording stops unexpectedly mid-hike
- High battery drain during route tracking
- GPX file import issues in iOS 13+
- Map display issues near borders

**Requested features**

- Pause/resume tracking during hikes
- Search feature for trails and landmarks
- Apple Watch app support
- CarPlay integration
- Slope shading visualization


### Easy_GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-gps/id1398069829)

This navigation app provides a straightforward way to reach any destination, even in remote areas without roads. Its simple interface is designed for ease of use, making it ideal for outdoor adventures.

**Highlights:** Simple GPS navigation, Works in remote areas, No complicated interface, Destination guidance, Suitable for hiking and sailing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps US free?

Topo Maps US is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Easy_GPS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Topo Maps US or Easy_GPS?

Easy_GPS is rated higher. Topo Maps US averages 4.4 out of 5 from 214 ratings, while Easy_GPS averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Topo Maps US or Easy_GPS have ads?

Neither Topo Maps US nor Easy_GPS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Topo Maps US or Easy_GPS?

Topo Maps US ships an update every 2 months, and Easy_GPS every 2 months. Most recently, Topo Maps US was updated on October 24, 2026 and Easy_GPS on October 21, 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.*