# PhotoMapper vs GPS Map Camera

The clearest difference is ads: PhotoMapper at none against GPS Map Camera's shown. GPS Map Camera's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PhotoMapper sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and GPS Map Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GPS Map Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 205 and 713 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of PhotoMapper's written reviews are positive against 66% of GPS Map Camera's.

PhotoMapper ships an update every 6 weeks, GPS Map Camera fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhotoMapper | GPS Map Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (205 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomapper-gps-exif-editor/id1347742014/reviews) | **[4.3 (713 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-map-camera-timestamp/id1460092166/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 205 | **713** |
| Positive reviews | 59.5% of reviews | **65.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mykola Fiantsev](https://appshunter.io/developer/876817790) | [SHELL INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448689685) |

## What reviewers say

### PhotoMapper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomapper-gps-exif-editor/id1347742014)

Organize your photo library by adding or modifying GPS location data. Protect your privacy by removing geotags before sharing photos online. Batch edit multiple photos quickly and easily.

**Highlights:** Add/modify photo location data, Remove GPS location from photos, Batch photo editing, Find photos with missing location, Copy location from one photo to another

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photomapper Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Photomapper Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Photomapper Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| PhotoMapper Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| PhotoMapper Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| PhotoMapper Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| PhotoMapper Lifetime Premium | $1.99 | one-time |
| PhotoMapper Lifetime Premium | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- ✨ Good for batch editing
- 🗺️ Useful for adding/editing location data
- 🔍 Can filter photos without GPS
- ✅ Works well for its core function

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 👎 Features moved behind subscription
- 🗑️ App is broken or inconvenient
- 💰 Overpriced for utility
- ❌ Inconsistent results (locations not sticking)

**Reported bugs**

- Photos changed to the location of the last image
- Photos added individual locations did not stick
- Ignores pins and puts own addresses
- Doesn’t find Apple Maps locations
- App doesn't work or do anything

**Requested features**

- Option to automatically select 'without GPS'
- Sort option that sticks (newest first)
- Ability to change location for games like Pokémon Go
- Option to select date when editing
- Option to change photo date


### GPS Map Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-map-camera-timestamp/id1460092166)

Easily add location, date, and time stamps to your photos. This app allows you to geotag images with GPS coordinates, map views, weather, and addresses, making every picture a detailed memory. Customize stamps with various templates and map modes.

**Highlights:** Automatic GPS stamps, Location on map, Full address stamping, Date and time customization, Weather and temperature display, Customizable stamp layouts, Manual geotagging for gallery photos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly With 3 days Trial | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| GPS Map Camera - 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| GPS Map Camera - 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| GPS Map Camera - Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for work and trips
- 👍 Great for tracking photos
- 👍 User friendly
- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Doesn't read EXIF data properly
- 🐛 Displays wrong address
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💸 Too many ads and popups

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to save or share photos
- Inconsistent GPS location data
- Compatibility issues with iPhone 6+

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize template information
- Option to turn off location/date/time overlay
- Support for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhotoMapper free?

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

### Is GPS Map Camera free?

GPS Map Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PhotoMapper or GPS Map Camera?

GPS Map Camera is rated higher. PhotoMapper averages 4.1 out of 5 from 205 ratings, while GPS Map Camera averages 4.3 from 713 ratings.

### Do PhotoMapper or GPS Map Camera have ads?

GPS Map Camera shows ads; PhotoMapper does not.

### Which is updated more often, PhotoMapper or GPS Map Camera?

PhotoMapper ships an update every 6 weeks, and GPS Map Camera fortnightly. Most recently, PhotoMapper was updated on October 24, 2026 and GPS Map Camera on October 24, 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.*