Comparison

Map Area Calculator vs MapDraw

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

Head to head
About

Map Area Calculator

Easily estimate land and field areas using GPS coordinates. Calculate distances between points and get results in multiple units. Premium features include saving measurements, adding notes, attaching photos, and calculating prices.

Highlights
  • Estimate area from coordinates
  • Calculate distances between points
  • Multiple unit conversions (sq meters, acres, etc.)
  • Save areas with notes and pictures (premium)
  • Calculate price based on area (premium)
  • Share as map image or KML (premium)
  • Switch to Google Maps (In-App Purchase)
Features
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Marea turns any map into a precise area and distance calculator. Measure fields, plots, rooftops, lawns and lakes — anything you can see from above — in seconds. FOUR WAYS TO MEASURE - Tap to drop pins around a region and get its area instantly. - Draw a freeform shape with your finger and Marea traces the outline. - Walk the perimeter and GPS drops pins automatically as you go. - Auto-detect plots — tap to find buildings, fields and parks already on the map and turn one into a measurement in a single tap. RESULTS IN EVERY UNIT Area in square meters, square feet, acres, hectares, square kilometers and square miles — plus the distance between every point. TRACTOR MODE Turn your phone into a field-coverage guide. Set your implement width and speed, then drive: Marea records each pass, draws your covered area live, and tracks total distance and worked acreage. Pause, resume and save passes. GRID OVERLAY Drop a measured grid over any plot to plan rows, sections or spacing — horizontal, vertical or both, with the spacing, direction and color up to you. PROJECT AN AREA Pin a saved plot to the centre of the screen at its real size, then pan and rotate around it to plan, compare or align on the ground. ORGANIZE & ESTIMATE - Save your areas and revisit them anytime - Drop labeled markers on the points that matter - Keep a to-do list for every area - Add notes and attach photos - Estimate prices by multiplying any rate by the measured area SHARE ANYWHERE Send a web link to any saved area — anyone can open it in a browser to see the polygon, its size and details. You can also export a KML file or share a map image or PDF. BUILT FOR THE FIELD AND THE JOB SITE Made for farmers, agronomists, roofers, pavers, landscapers, surveyors and real-estate pros: - Estimate roofing, asphalt, paving, turf and seeding quantities - Check property lines, lot sizes and parcels - Plan plots, gardens and farmland Subscription terms: - The subscription auto-renews at the end of each term. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. - You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy and Terms of Use: https://mapareacalculator.com/privacypolicy/

About

MapDraw

Create custom maps by drawing directly on them. Mark locations, add annotations, and plan routes digitally. Ideal for educational purposes, trip planning, and sharing local insights.

Highlights
  • Draw directly on maps
  • Add custom annotations and symbols
  • Plan trips and connect destinations
  • Create custom maps for travel
  • Mark local insider tips
  • Digital education and homeschooling tool
Features
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There are endless examples of uses for MapDraw: You can use the map creator in geography classes to draw in flags, mark areas, etc. You can plan trips or excursions, connect many destinations and keep track of them - in digital. Press long on the map to add a annotation or a custom symbol. You can use the map maker to create a map of places they want to travel to. You can use the map maker to create a map with local insider tips. And much more. MapDraw is a tool that creates a lot of room for creativity and new possibilities in digital education and homeschooling.

Screenshots

Map Area Calculator3 screens
MapDraw4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Map Area Calculator at Free against MapDraw's $3.99. Map Area Calculator also leads on chart position (#171 vs unranked) and review sentiment (76% vs 65%). MapDraw's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On rating, 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

Map Area Calculator is free to download; MapDraw costs $3.99 up front. Map Area Calculator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MapDraw asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Map Area Calculator against 4.5 for MapDraw. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Map Area Calculator has 4.7K ratings behind it against 594, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Map Area Calculator's written reviews are positive against 65% of MapDraw's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Map Area Calculator ships an update every 5 weeks, MapDraw every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Map Area Calculator versus MapDraw: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMap Area CalculatorMapDraw
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.5 (4.7K ratings)4.5 (594 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews — better65.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.7K — better594
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#171 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplorium LtdCorvin Hartmann

Customer experience

Map Area Calculator

All ratings4,698 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral4.9%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews177 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral4.5%
Negative19.2%

MapDraw

All ratings594 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.6%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive65.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative25.0%

User reviews

Map Area Calculator

From 4.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick measurements
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💰 Free to use
  • 🛠️ Helpful for various industries (farming, construction, etc.)
  • 🗺️ Accurate mapping and area calculations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate measurements for smaller areas
  • 🔒 Subscription/payment issues
  • 🤔 Confusing UI/UX, difficult to navigate
  • 🗺️ Outdated map data
  • 💻 Compatibility issues on certain devices

MapDraw

From 594 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Detailed map drawing
  • 💡 Ability to create custom maps

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
  • 🔨 Limited editing tools (no eraser)
  • 💸 Expensive for the features provided

Bugs and requests

Map Area Calculator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Difficulty dropping/moving pins accurately
  • Inability to save or export data
  • Inconsistent unit conversions
  • GPS/location not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add visualization tools (e.g., overlays, multiple plots)
  • Improve measurement precision and customization
  • Integrate with other apps/services
  • Provide better instructions and tutorials
  • Enhance GPS/location accuracy

MapDraw

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Lines turning black unexpectedly
  • Drawing not keeping up with user input
  • Inability to edit or delete specific lines

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add eraser tool
  • Improve undo/redo functionality
  • Allow saving and restoring of maps
  • Improve color selection and consistency

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Map Area Calculator

Subscriptions4
  • Map Area Calculator Premium3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Map Area Calculator Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Marea Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Marea Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Marea Premium Lifetime$39.99
  • Marea Premium$59.99
None

MapDraw

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Map Area Calculator free?
Map Area Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MapDraw free?
MapDraw costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Map Area Calculator or MapDraw?
Map Area Calculator and MapDraw are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4.7K and 594 ratings respectively.
Do Map Area Calculator or MapDraw have ads?
Neither Map Area Calculator nor MapDraw shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Map Area Calculator or MapDraw?
Map Area Calculator ships an update every 5 weeks, and MapDraw every 2 weeks. Most recently, Map Area Calculator was updated on September 22, 2026 and MapDraw on September 21, 2026.

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