# Global Mapper Mobile vs UTM Geo Map Y2Tech

Global Mapper Mobile and UTM Geo Map Y2Tech both sit at 3.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of UTM Geo Map Y2Tech's written reviews are positive against 33% of Global Mapper Mobile's. UTM Geo Map Y2Tech also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). Global Mapper Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#194 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Global Mapper Mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year and UTM Geo Map Y2Tech sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for Global Mapper Mobile against 3.8 for UTM Geo Map Y2Tech. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Global Mapper Mobile's written reviews are positive against 100% of UTM Geo Map Y2Tech's.

Global Mapper Mobile ships an update every 4 months, UTM Geo Map Y2Tech fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Global Mapper Mobile | UTM Geo Map Y2Tech |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-mapper-mobile/id1097875766/reviews) | **[3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/utm-geo-map-y2tech/id6754522296/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#194** | — |
| Size | 126 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Blue Marble Geographics](https://appshunter.io/developer/424089128) | [Yogi Yogantara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825780236) |

## What reviewers say

### Global Mapper Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-mapper-mobile/id1097875766)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Module | $49.99 | per year |


### UTM Geo Map Y2Tech

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/utm-geo-map-y2tech/id6754522296)

This app provides comprehensive mapping and GIS tools for land surveying, topography, and spatial analysis. It allows for real-time coordinate acquisition, offline GPS functionality, and various measurement tools for distance and area. Advanced modules for contour generation and elevation profiles are available as premium features.

**Highlights:** Real-time coordinate acquisition (UTM, MGRS), Offline GPS functionality, Area and distance measurement, Spatial analysis (Buffer, Overlay), Coordinate conversion, Compass and navigation tools

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Direction Route (1 Month) | $0.99 | per month |
| No Ads (1 Month) | $0.99 | per month |
| Direction Route (3 Months) | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Contours (1 Month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Elevations (1 Month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Contours (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Elevations (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| No Ads (1 Year) | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Global Mapper Mobile free?

Global Mapper Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is UTM Geo Map Y2Tech free?

UTM Geo Map Y2Tech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Global Mapper Mobile or UTM Geo Map Y2Tech?

UTM Geo Map Y2Tech is rated higher. Global Mapper Mobile averages 3.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while UTM Geo Map Y2Tech averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do Global Mapper Mobile or UTM Geo Map Y2Tech have ads?

UTM Geo Map Y2Tech shows ads; Global Mapper Mobile does not.

### Which is updated more often, Global Mapper Mobile or UTM Geo Map Y2Tech?

Global Mapper Mobile ships an update every 4 months, and UTM Geo Map Y2Tech fortnightly. Most recently, Global Mapper Mobile was updated on October 18, 2026 and UTM Geo Map Y2Tech on October 12, 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.*