# Cartographer vs TTRPG Map Maker

The clearest difference is rating: Cartographer at 4.2 against TTRPG Map Maker's 2.3. Cartographer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (27 vs 3). TTRPG Map Maker's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cartographer sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and TTRPG Map Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cartographer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cartographer has 27 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cartographer ships an update every 2 weeks, TTRPG Map Maker every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cartographer | TTRPG Map Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartographer-rpg-world-maker/id1125792703/reviews)** | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttrpg-map-maker/id6753155030/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 34.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 123 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Winn](https://appshunter.io/developer/652547902) | [Michael Blades](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110591289) |

## What reviewers say

### Cartographer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartographer-rpg-world-maker/id1125792703)

Create custom maps for your stories or RPG campaigns with this random map generator. Easily adjust landscapes, sea levels, and apply professional styles to visualize imaginary worlds.

**Highlights:** Random map generation, Customizable landscapes, Sea level adjustment, Professional map styles, World-building tool, RPG campaign aid

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Mode | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Mode | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎲 Random map generation is creative and useful
- 💰 Free version available with basic functionality
- 🎨 Good for world-building inspiration and brainstorming
- ⚡ Quick and easy map generation
- 🎯 Helpful for D&D campaigns and fantasy writing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Extremely limited editing capabilities
- 💸 Aggressive monetization and paywall
- 🔍 Cannot view full map or zoom in/out
- 🎨 Low resolution output quality
- ❌ Cannot draw or place custom elements

**Reported bugs**

- 3D viewer has no interactive controls
- Cannot save 3D planet visualization
- Map visualization loads as blank or partial
- Sea level adjustments sometimes don't work properly
- Sliders behave unpredictably

**Requested features**

- Manual terrain editing and drawing tools
- Ability to add mountains, valleys, lakes, and rivers
- Place structures, buildings, towns, and landmarks
- Different map projections (Mercator, Robinson, etc.)
- Globe rotation and interactive 3D controls


### TTRPG Map Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttrpg-map-maker/id6753155030)

Design and display custom maps for tabletop role-playing games. This app offers flexible drawing tools, import options, and offline functionality to bring your campaign worlds to life.

**Highlights:** Freehand drawing tools, Shape creation and customization, Adjustable brush sizes and colors, Snap-to-grid functionality, Layer support for organization, Import custom images and assets, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cartographer free?

Cartographer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TTRPG Map Maker free?

TTRPG Map Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cartographer or TTRPG Map Maker?

Cartographer is rated higher. Cartographer averages 4.2 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while TTRPG Map Maker averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Cartographer or TTRPG Map Maker have ads?

Neither Cartographer nor TTRPG Map Maker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cartographer or TTRPG Map Maker?

Cartographer ships an update every 2 weeks, and TTRPG Map Maker every 4 months. Most recently, Cartographer was updated on November 6, 2026 and TTRPG Map Maker on October 30, 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.*