# iOverlander vs Highpointer

The clearest difference is rating: Highpointer at 5.0 against iOverlander's 4.2. Highpointer also leads on ads (none vs shown). iOverlander's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (7.4K vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iOverlander sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Highpointer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Highpointer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iOverlander has 7.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iOverlander ships an update fortnightly, Highpointer every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iOverlander | Highpointer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ioverlander/id1486556203/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/highpointer/id1637482590/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 18.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | — |
| Size | 110 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iOverlander, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/894352692) | [Jeffery Bizon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508842190) |

## What reviewers say

### iOverlander

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ioverlander/id1486556203)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

This mapping app helps travelers discover camping and accommodation worldwide, even in remote areas. It offers offline map downloads and a comprehensive database of traveler-verified places, including mechanics, restaurants, and attractions. Users can also add new places and save favorites.

**Highlights:** Offline map downloads, Traveler-verified places, Comprehensive service listings, Add and review places, Save favorite locations, Satellite map access (Pro/Unlimited)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| iOverlander Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| iOverlander Unlimited | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved app with new features
- 👍 Favorites and check-in functionality
- 🗺️ Offline map downloads
- 💡 Community-driven database

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Restricted access without subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes from original app
- 📥 Forced downloads of map data

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save edits and uploads
- Syncing issues with website data
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Ads that block functionality

**Requested features**

- Allow access to more than one state/region at a time
- Integrate with more map providers (Google, Gaia, etc.)
- Optimize app for iPad usage
- Provide a more affordable subscription option


### Highpointer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/highpointer/id1637482590)

Explore and plan your journey to the highest points in all 50 US states. Research unique locations, track your progress, and rank your favorite summits. Discover the diverse beauty of America through this adventurous pursuit.

**Highlights:** Research 50 State Highpoints, Plan your expeditions, Track completion progress, Rank favorite summits, Explore diverse locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Highpointer Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iOverlander free?

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

### Is Highpointer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iOverlander or Highpointer?

Highpointer is rated higher. iOverlander averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Highpointer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do iOverlander or Highpointer have ads?

iOverlander shows ads; Highpointer does not.

### Which is updated more often, iOverlander or Highpointer?

iOverlander ships an update fortnightly, and Highpointer every 12 months. Most recently, iOverlander was updated on September 29, 2026 and Highpointer on September 25, 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.*