Comparison

Global Mapper Mobile vs CarryMap

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Global Mapper Mobile

This application allows users to view and collect GIS data in the field using their mobile device's GPS. It supports various data layers and offers tools for drawing, tracking, and form-based data collection, with advanced features available through an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Vector, raster, and terrain data display
  • GPS location display and feature creation
  • Drawing, tracking, and form-based data collection
  • Image capture and Picture Point creation
  • Advanced GPS support for GNSS devices
  • RTK correction via NTRIP client
  • Offline data access and custom online sources
Features
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Bring your GIS workflow to the field. Global Mapper Mobile® is a powerful iOS application for viewing and collecting GIS data. It utilizes the GPS capabilities of mobile devices to provide situational awareness and locational intelligence for remote mapping projects. A perfect complement to the desktop version of Global Mapper, the mobile app provides maps-in-hand functionality for engineers, surveyors, wildlife managers, foresters, and anyone whose job requires access to spatial data in remote locations. Global Mapper Mobile can display vector, raster, and elevation data layers that have been transferred from the desktop version of the software. It also provides tools for drawing, tracking, and form-based data collection using pre-configured attributes and picklists. Global Mapper Mobile Base Version (Free) The base version of Global Mapper Mobile is free of charge and provides an array of features and functions, including: • Vector, raster, and terrain data display • GPS location display • Point, line, and polygon feature creation using GPS location • Editing of existing vector features • Capture of images in the field • Creation of Picture Points from geotagged images • Attribute and feature notation recording for new or existing vector features • Online access to Open Street Map data Global Mapper Mobile Pro The Pro version of Global Mapper Mobile, available as an in-app purchase, supplements the functionality of the base version with an array of professional-grade tools, including: • Advanced GPS support for connection to high-accuracy GNSS devices from vendors such as Bad Elf, EOS, Juniper, and others • RTK correction via built-in NTRIP client • GPS Averaging • Terrain shader and water level display options • Custom online source options and online data saving for offline use • Simultaneous feature creation • Viewshed creation • Volume calculation • Data reprojection • Address searching • Geopackage and GeoPDF format support Global Mapper Mobile Pro is available as an in-app purchase. The license is based on an annual subscription from the date of purchase that can be renewed each year. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Privacy Policy: https://www.bluemarblegeo.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.bluemarblegeo.com/licensing-policy/

About

CarryMap

This app enables seamless field work with offline maps and spatial geodata collection. Create, edit, and analyze points, lines, and polygons, attach media, and record voice comments. Navigate using GPS, measure distances, and export data in various formats.

Highlights
  • Offline map management
  • Create and edit spatial features
  • Attach media and voice notes
  • GPS tracking and navigation
  • Measure distances and areas
  • Data export in multiple formats
Features
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CarryMap app offers a comprehensive set of tools for collecting, processing and analyzing spatial geodata. It provides seamless field work without authorization, payments and in-app purchases. It is designed to work with maps in a specific mobile format CMF2. To export your ArcGIS maps to this format, use CarryMap Builder, an extension to ArcGIS Desktop. Maps management - Download maps of only needed areas and store them in a convenient catalog. The maps provided in the catalog were created based on OpenStreetMap data. - Upload your own maps prepared in ArcGIS and work with them offline. - Use reliable methods for your maps protection. - Create fully functional projects for work with all the needed information. - Save selected map areas as bookmarks. Working with objects - Create and edit point, line, and polygon features on the map. - Add media attachments (photo, video and documents) to features. - Record voice comments when creating and describing features on the map. - Create points on-the-fly using your device camera. - Create points on the map with a single tap while moving, add description later if needed. - Add graphic marks as text, arrows or free hand graphic. GPS tracks and navigation - Use external Bad Elf GPS receiver to find your current location. - Save tracks automatically without being distracted by editing them as you go. - Use features on the map as landmarks or destination points on your route. - Search and identify features offline. - Measure distances and areas. Data export - Share coordinates of features on the map by sending a file or a link. - Upload maps in MBTILES* formats. - Share collected data in GPKG (GeoPackage), GPX, KML/KMZ and SHP formats. *Maps in MBTILES format with raster tile type only are supported. The application is accessible to a wide range of users, regardless of GIS skills, and can be used in various fields, including electrical energy industry, agriculture, geology and geodesy, housing and utility, environmental protection, water and land resources management, ecology and incident management, urban management, etc. Take the opportunity to create your own branded application for viewing and working with mobile maps based on CarryMap for your company. Read more: https://carrymap.com/en/features/branding/ Read more about all the capabilities of CarryMap Builder extension at https://builder.carrymap.com/en/ To learn more about CarryMap application, visit https://carrymap.com/en/overview/ Watch educational videos on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/CarryMap/videos Your questions or comments are welcome at support@xtools.pro

Screenshots

Global Mapper Mobile4 screens
CarryMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CarryMap at 80% against Global Mapper Mobile's 33%. CarryMap also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Global Mapper Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Global Mapper Mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. CarryMap asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CarryMap holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CarryMap has 200 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Global Mapper Mobile's written reviews are positive against 80% of CarryMap's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Global Mapper Mobile versus CarryMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlobal Mapper MobileCarryMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (15 ratings)4.6 (200 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15200 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.2 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlue Marble GeographicsXTools Pro, Inc

Customer experience

Global Mapper Mobile

All ratings15 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

CarryMap

All ratings200 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Global Mapper Mobile

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Module$49.991 Year
None

CarryMap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Global Mapper Mobile free?
Global Mapper Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CarryMap free?
CarryMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Global Mapper Mobile or CarryMap?
CarryMap is rated higher. Global Mapper Mobile averages 3.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while CarryMap averages 4.6 from 200 ratings.
Do Global Mapper Mobile or CarryMap have ads?
Neither Global Mapper Mobile nor CarryMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Global Mapper Mobile or CarryMap?
Global Mapper Mobile ships an update every 4 months, and CarryMap every 4 months. Most recently, Global Mapper Mobile was updated on September 14, 2026 and CarryMap on September 26, 2026.

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