TCG Map vs emapX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TCG Map
Explore the world through detailed map graphics derived from OpenStreetMap data. This app focuses on visual representation, allowing you to view global cities, coastlines, rivers, and road networks at any scale without typical map functionalities like search or annotation.
- View OSM data at any scale
- Explore global cities, coastlines, and rivers
- Graphical map view filters
- Jump to cities worldwide
- Save map images
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TCG Map-graphy is the application to enjoy the map graphics. We used the OSM data as the "tool" rather than "graphic content". This App has no useful function of digital map such as the search or annotation, but display all of the data of the OSM in any scale. Please look at the cities around the world in the TCG Map-graphy. The shape of coastline and rivers, the myriad road, cities connected each other. You will find surely the scenery that was not visible in convenient maps. ◯ Center of the Map : You can be confirmed where displayed. ◯ City Index : You can jump to cities around the world from the list. ◯ Map view filter : You can enjoy graphical filters. ◯ View on Standard map : Show Apple's map. ◯ Export Map Image : You can save the displayed image.
emapX
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Make live custom maps. Simple. Easy. Free. Quickly add your logo and more to your live map. Viewable via this mobile app plus embed it in your website. Users can invoke your map using auto-generated QR codes placed on onsight signage, decals, posters, printed maps, brochures, or any printed media. QR codes or map links can be easily shared and distributed in digital assets like websites, emails, and social media. Replace static PDF maps and unbranded basic pinned maps with a “live PDF” map. Monetize your map with Sponsor ads and logos. Create a new revenue stream and enhance your existing sponsor packages. emapX is the evolution of easy-to-use custom mapmaking. Your emap can include geostationary Augmented Reality (AR) ads on your map to wow your attendees and map users. emapX is the best live mapping solution for sports complexes, public parks, outdoor festivals, shopping districts, and more. emapX was born from the need to create maps of sports field complexes, but Use Cases include: Sports Field Complexes (Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Mixed Use) Campuses Public Parks Disc Golf Courses Hiking Trails Races of all kinds, motorized or 5k runs / Marathons ATV Parks Historic Districts Shopping Districts Flea Markets Ski Resorts Resorts Stadiums Hunting Leases Golf Courses Real Estate Brochures / Signs For online mapmaking, information and support, please visit http://www.emap.live/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TCG Map at 8.2 against emapX's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TCG Map ships an update every 5 months, emapX every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TCG Map | emapX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.2 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tokyo Cartographic CO.,LTD. | Event Wizard, LLC |
In-app purchases
TCG Map
No in-app purchases
emapX
No in-app purchases
