Comparison

GPX viewer vs Locus Map Lite

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

Head to head
About

GPX viewer

Import and display GPX routes on various map types, including custom ones. Visualize elevation profiles, track your position in real-time, and access detailed route information. Offline map downloads and route editing are also available.

Highlights
  • GPX file import
  • Multiple base map options
  • Custom map support
  • Offline map downloads
  • Elevation profile display
  • Real-time position tracking
  • GPX route editing
Features
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Import your routes in GPX format (tracks or routes) into the application. Display them on different preset maps (plan, satellite, OpenStreetMap, OpenTopoMap, Swisstopo, IGN) or on your own custom maps. Display an elevation graph to evaluate their difficulty. And check out all of their information. Follow your position along the route during your ride. You can also display points of interest from GPX. All what you need to go hiking and follow your route. All for free and without ads. The only in-app purchases are tips for few other features, take a look. Features details: - Import of GPX files via file or web link - Management of imported GPX (library) - Display GPX track on the map (track and route) - Several base maps: map, hybrid, satellite 3D, OpenStreetMap, OpenTopoMap, Swisstopo - Possibility to set your own custom maps from a library or manually - Possibility to download maps for offline use - Displayed on the map: current position, start and end of the route, points of interest along the route, scale, route direction - Choice of color and size of the route - Locking of screen standby to better follow the route - Map cache system - Display of GPX details: name, description, longitudinal profile, elevation differences, distance, image gallery, link, points of interest - Display details of a point of interest: name, description, image gallery, links - Access to the route via Maps, Google Maps or Waze - Sharing a GPX - GPX editor - Speedometer Note: If the application cannot open a GPX file, contact me by sending me the file.

About

Locus Map Lite

This app provides comprehensive mapping tools for outdoor enthusiasts, offering global maps for hiking and biking, points of interest, and activity recording. It allows for offline navigation, cross-device syncing, and integration with health tracking.

Highlights
  • Global hiking and biking maps
  • Points of Interest with photos
  • Activity track recording
  • Offline map and POI access
  • Cross-device and web syncing
  • GPX import/export
  • Apple Health integration
Features
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Welcome to Locus Map Lite for iOS, your new companion for all your outdoor adventures! Whether you're a seasoned hiker, a weekend cyclist, passionate ski mountaineer or just someone who loves exploring the great outdoors, Locus Map Lite is designed to enhance your experience by providing user-friendly mapping tools right at your fingertips. Key features: - GLOBAL MAPS FOR HIKING AND BIKING: No matter where you are in the world, Locus Map Lite can display your location on a detailed hiking/biking or winter/ski maps. For a true view of the landscape, there is also the satellite map. Easily navigate your surroundings and discover new trails and paths. - POINTS OF INTERESTS: Enhance your exploration with a rich display of points of interest right on your map. Each one includes useful information, attractive landmarks are depicted on Wikipedia photos, and you can even add your photos so everybody always knows the current state of the place. From scenic overlooks to tourist attractions and facilities, Locus Map Lite helps you discover more. - ACTIVITY RECORDING: Capture every moment of your adventures with track recording. Whether you're cycling, hiking, or enjoying a leisurely trip, Locus Map Lite keeps track of your rides, workouts, and journeys. - ROUTE PLANNING - Plan your own routes directly in the app: pick an activity, drop waypoints, and you're ready to go. - GUIDANCE: Get direction to chosen location whether it is Geocache, LoPoint - point of interest from our maps, waypoint from your library or any other place on Earth manually chosen on map. Be alerted when you get there - more time to focus on the nature around you instead of the screen. - WORKS ONLINE AND OFFLINE: Download maps together with points of interest (POIs) of the desired country or region and hit the trail without worrying about losing internet connectivity. - SYNC ACROSS DEVICES: Seamlessly sync your data — tracks, routes, points — with other devices running Locus Map, even cross-platform, or with your web library. Your adventures are always accessible, no matter where you are or what device you use. - LOCAL LIBRARY MANAGEMENT: Manage your tracks, routes, and points with ease. Our local library management tools allow you to sort, move, and delete your data, making it easy to organize your outdoor activities. You can import or export any data via GPX files and also share your activities and interesting places with others. - SEARCH WORLDWIDE: Looking for a specific place or point of interest? Our global search capability lets you find locations anywhere in the world, enhancing your planning and on-the-go decisions. - INTEGRATION WITH APPLE HEALTH AND WATCHES: Keep track of your health and fitness goals. Locus Map Lite integrates with Apple Health so that you can download your activities from your watch to the library for in-app analysis or further planning. Join us in shaping the future: Locus Map Lite is just at the beginning and your input and support are invaluable as we continue to improve and expand its capabilities. We invite you to join us on our journey by sharing your feedback and suggestions for the development. Help us tailor Locus Map Lite to better meet the needs of our adventurous community. Whether you're trekking through mountains, cycling through the countryside, or exploring urban landscapes, Locus Map Lite is here to guide you every step of the way. Try it today and see where it takes you!

Screenshots

GPX viewer4 screens
Locus Map Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GPX viewer at 75% against Locus Map Lite's 53%. GPX viewer also leads on rating (3.7 vs 3.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

Both are free to download. GPX viewer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Locus Map Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GPX viewer holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of GPX viewer's written reviews are positive against 53% of Locus Map Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GPX viewer versus Locus Map Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPX viewerLocus Map Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (9 ratings) — better3.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better53.3% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonathan GanderAsamm Software, s. r. o.

Customer experience

GPX viewer

All ratings9 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral9.2%
Negative15.8%

Locus Map Lite

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

GPX viewer

One-time3
  • A coffee$3.99
  • A burger$7.99
  • Hiking equipment$19.99
2 purchases

Locus Map Lite

Subscriptions2
  • Gold Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Gold Annually14 Days trial$23.991 Year

Questions

Is GPX viewer free?
GPX viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Locus Map Lite free?
Locus Map Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GPX viewer or Locus Map Lite?
GPX viewer is rated higher. GPX viewer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Locus Map Lite averages 3.4 from 7 ratings.
Do GPX viewer or Locus Map Lite have ads?
Neither GPX viewer nor Locus Map Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GPX viewer or Locus Map Lite?
GPX viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Locus Map Lite every 3 weeks. Most recently, GPX viewer was updated on September 21, 2026 and Locus Map Lite on September 23, 2026.

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