GIS Cloud Map Viewer vs GIS Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GIS Cloud Map Viewer
Easily view and access maps and data on any device. Share maps with colleagues and clients, and make informed decisions with real-time, up-to-date information. Optimized for users without professional GIS experience.
- View and access maps
- Access shared maps
- Real-time data updates
- Collaboration tool
- Set access permissions
- Optimized for non-professionals
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GIS Cloud’s Map Viewer is an easy way to view and access maps and data. Optimized for non-professionals, Map Viewer enables you to access your own maps created in Map Editor, maps others shared with you, private or public, on any device in real time. GIS Cloud Viewer can be used as a collaboration tool by giving different access permissions to your clients and colleagues. Maps are always up-to-date, allowing users to make crucial business decisions immediately. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at support@giscloud.com. Privacy Policy: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/terms-of-use.html
GIS Lite
This app allows users to view and collect spatial data on their mobile devices. It supports various file formats, enables field data collection with photo attachments, and offers note-taking capabilities directly on maps. Offline access and extensive projection support make it ideal for field work.
- Load and view DXF, KML, Shapefiles, GeoTiff
- Collect field data with photo attachments
- Freehand/pencil notes over maps
- Export georeferenced TIFFs
- Offline data access
- Support for over 3000 projections
- Apple Pencil support for object selection
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GIS Lite. Use your iPad and iPhone to open DXF, KML, Shapefiles, GeoTiff, WorldFiles and more. Collect data on the field, attach photos and share pdf item reports. Take freehand / pencil notes over maps and export georeferenced tiff. Features that support property view available. New updates will gradually add features that will transform your device to a complete GIS station. GIS Lite is a professional mobile GIS solution that enables users to load and view heir own data over a background of map service imagery. Open of various vector data formats is supported. Below a list of current support types. ** For formats that use support files (eg dbf for shapefiles), files must be in the dedicated iCloud/GIS_Lite folder, so that access is provided to the application. Raster Files * #GeoTiff GIS Lite can open and render your GeoTiff files directly on the map. #WoldFiles** Open PNG, JPG or TIFF file using the corresponding world file (pgw,jpw,tfw). Just specify the projection used. Vector Files #DXF files .dxf Select your file to open from local or iCloud storage. You will need to select data projection. Layers and styles will be loaded. #KML / KMZ files .kml / .kmz #ESRI Shapefiles .shp Select .zip file that contains .shp, .dbf, .prj files Or Select your .shp file to open from local or iCloud storage. If you want a full load (.dbf attributes and .prj file), the files must be copied in iCloud application folder (GIS_Lite). If not, you can still view your data. In that case, only geometry will be loaded and you will have to define projection. Rendering of geometry primitives is currently available (points / lines / polygons) Parsing engine is continuously updated so stay updated for more features. Create datasets by collecting data on the field. Capture on field photos and attach to polygon / line / point record. Version 1.6 introduces Apple Pencil usage for enhanced object selection. Your spatial data is stored on the iPhone, so there’s no need for an Internet connection to see your data – great for field work. We also support over 3000 projections, so no need for re-projection. Change Basemap among apple map / satellite / hybrid and more. This application is optimised to provide • High parse and render speed • Zoom to extend • Zoom to selection • Select objects on map • Display attributes • Highlight selection items • Extensive projection list • GPS position • Export and share selected objects Some basic GIS background is assumed to be able to use the application (projections, layers, etc) *Images loaded are currently restricted to 2 MegaPixel size for performance reasons.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: GIS Lite at 50% against GIS Cloud Map Viewer's 0%. GIS Lite also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. GIS Cloud Map Viewer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $22.99 per month. GIS Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
GIS Cloud Map Viewer ships an update every 6 months, GIS Lite every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on August 3, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GIS Cloud Map Viewer | GIS Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GIS Cloud Inc. | Ioannis Sofos |
Customer experience
GIS Cloud Map Viewer
GIS Lite
In-app purchases
GIS Cloud Map Viewer
- 1 month subscription$22.991 Month
GIS Lite
No in-app purchases
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