# Route3D 3.0 vs Topo Maps 2

The clearest difference is rating: Topo Maps 2 at 4.2 against Route3D 3.0's 2.5. Topo Maps 2 also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (39 vs 4). Route3D 3.0's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (50% vs 38%). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Topo Maps 2 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. Route3D 3.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Topo Maps 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps 2 has 39 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Route3D 3.0's written reviews are positive against 38% of Topo Maps 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Route3D 3.0 ships an update every 11 months, Topo Maps 2 every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Route3D 3.0 | Topo Maps 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/route3d-30/id1447304086/reviews) | **[4.2 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-2/id6453889012/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **39** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 223 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eastridge Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/392920417) | [Mappendix Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/298854054) |

## What reviewers say

### Route3D 3.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/route3d-30/id1447304086)

This app offers a 3D topographic map for outdoor activities, displaying terrain in perspective with hills. It allows users to playback routes like a movie, view elevation profiles, and switch between maps and aerial photography. Maps can be cached for offline access and GPS tracking is supported.

**Highlights:** 3D topographic maps, Route playback, Elevation profiles, Map and aerial view switching, Offline map caching, GPS tracking, GPX import/export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Topo Maps 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-2/id6453889012)

Access detailed topographic maps and satellite imagery for the US and Canada, usable offline. Record and share tracks, plan routes with 2D/3D visualization, and view geolocated photos. Offers hybrid map modes and offline search capabilities.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic maps, 2D and 3D map views, Track recording and sharing, Route planning and visualization, Hybrid map mode, Offline search, Geolocated photo display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Detailed Maps - 1 year | $4.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Route3D 3.0 free?

Route3D 3.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Topo Maps 2 free?

Topo Maps 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Route3D 3.0 or Topo Maps 2?

Topo Maps 2 is rated higher. Route3D 3.0 averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Topo Maps 2 averages 4.2 from 39 ratings.

### Do Route3D 3.0 or Topo Maps 2 have ads?

Neither Route3D 3.0 nor Topo Maps 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Route3D 3.0 or Topo Maps 2?

Route3D 3.0 ships an update every 11 months, and Topo Maps 2 every 5 weeks. Most recently, Route3D 3.0 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Topo Maps 2 on October 24, 2026.

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