Comparison

QField for QGIS vs GPX Viewer

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

Head to head
About

QField for QGIS

This app streamlines GIS fieldwork, enabling efficient data collection and seamless exchange between field and office. It brings the full power of QGIS to mobile devices, supporting a wide range of spatial data formats for viewing and editing.

Highlights
  • GIS fieldwork efficiency
  • Data exchange with office
  • QGIS project integration
  • Customizable feature forms
  • Support for vector/raster datasets
  • Offline data editing
Features
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QField focuses on efficiently getting GIS fieldwork done and exchanging data between the field and the office in a comfortable and user-friendly way. QField has won the prestigious Best of Swiss Apps Award 2022 in the enterprise category and thanks to its native integration with QFieldCloud, your fieldwork will be as efficient as possible. Built on top of the popular QGIS open-source project, QField lets users consume fully configured projects in the field, allowing for customized feature forms, map themes, print layouts, and more, bringing the power of QGIS to your fingertips. Leveraging open source libraries such as gdal, SQLite and PostGIS, QField reads, displays and allows editing of a wide variety of spatial vector and raster datasets. Users can view and modify datasets wherever they are, whether they have been downloaded onto your device, shared in emails or transferred via USB cable. The supported formats include: - QGIS project files (.qgs, .qgz, as well as geopackage-embedded projects); - SQLite-based geopackage and spatialite databases; - GeoJSON, KML, GPX, and shapefile vector datasets; - GeoTIFF, GeoPDF, WEBP, and JPEG2000 raster datasets. Looking for missing capabilities? OPENGIS.ch is happy to help with the implementation of new features. Contact us at https://www.opengis.ch/contact/ Permissions --- QField can use location permission to draw a marker overlaying device location on top of spatial projects and datasets. QField can also display and use location details such as latitude, longitude, elevation, and accuracy while entering data. Notes --- For bug reports, please file an issue at https://qfield.org/issues

About

GPX Viewer

Features
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Explore the world with GPX Viewer, your go-to GPS tracker for dynamic adventures. Unleash the power of precise GPS tracking and elevation data, perfectly designed for hikers, bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Real-Time GPS Tracking: Navigate your GPX files in real time with precision and accuracy. GPX Viewer ensures seamless tracking, offering a dynamic map to guide your every step. Live Location Sharing: Keep your circle informed about your journey. Activate live location sharing while viewing your GPX file, effortlessly sharing your real-time location. Elevation Chart: Take your activities to new heights! GPX Viewer's elevation chart provides a visual representation of terrain changes, offering a deeper understanding of your adventure's topography. Effortless File Management: Simplify your experience with easy file import and export options. GPX Viewer streamlines the organization and management of your GPX files, letting you focus on your outdoor pursuits. Discover New Routes: Uncover exciting paths with our powerful search functionality. GPX Viewer helps you explore and plan your next outdoor venture with ease, ensuring you never miss a hidden gem. Fast and Reliable Performance: Designed for optimal speed and reliability, GPX Viewer guarantees a smooth navigation experience. Enjoy accurate tracking without compromising performance. Embark on your next adventure with GPX Viewer Payment & Subscription: - You can choose our plans and get unlimited access to all the features of the App. Unlock All Features for a month USD 0.99 Unlock All Features for a year USD 4.99 You can cancel your subscription anytime, to cancel subscription follow these steps on your iPhone/iPad Go to Settings > click on Your Name > Subscriptions > In Active section > GPXViewer> Cancel Subscription >Confirm Cancellation EULA: https://howtodelete.weebly.com/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

QField for QGIS4 screens
GPX Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QField for QGIS at none against GPX Viewer's 2. QField for QGIS also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). GPX Viewer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. GPX Viewer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. QField for QGIS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QField for QGIS ships an update every 6 days, GPX Viewer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QField for QGIS versus GPX Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQField for QGISGPX Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (37 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings37 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size176 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOPENGIS.chBMAC Infotech

Bugs and requests

QField for QGIS

Reported bugs

26 issues
  • App is very unstable, random crashes
  • Simple calculations in fields are not working
  • Features built in QGIS do not work in Qfield
  • No option to download tables
  • App hangs, requires complete reinstallation
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  • Camera is not functioning
  • Instructions are confusing, difficult to import/open shape files
  • Cannot take photos from within the app
  • Application is unusable after 10 seconds, files downloaded are not found
  • App crashes every time the screen is moved
  • Base map is only displayed 10%
  • Cannot import from cloud and cannot import in local storage
  • App does not launch on iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • No option for file import
  • App crashes immediately on iPad mini iOS 16.1
  • App cannot be opened
  • App not launching on iPhone 11 Pro Max and iOS 16.1
  • Update problem: new version cannot be saved
  • Bluetooth GPS device not usable on iOS
  • Cannot upload files from a zip folder on Apple devices
  • New layers/files not in cloud folder cannot be packed and added to cloud
  • Synchronization of individual layers is not working correctly
  • No possibility to import data on iPad
  • App crashes when loading slightly heavy aerial photographs
  • Measure feature in imperial, navigation in metric only
  • Work easily lost when data will not push to the cloud

Requested features

29 requests
  • Fix stability issues
  • Improve handling of simple calculations
  • Ensure QGIS features work in QField
  • Add option to download tables
  • Refine UI
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  • Fix camera functionality
  • Clarify instructions for file import
  • Enable in-app photo capture
  • Improve file handling and download visibility
  • Make app more intuitive
  • Resolve update saving issues
  • Develop a real MacOS version for faster editing
  • Optimize for large data volumes
  • Allow measure and navigation features in imperial units
  • Add option to save changes to device drive
  • Enable Bluetooth GPS on iOS
  • Allow uploading files from zip folders on Apple devices
  • Enable packing and adding new layers/files to cloud
  • Improve synchronization of individual layers
  • Add possibility to import data on iPad
  • Improve stability with large aerial photos
  • Fix crashing when moving the screen
  • Display base map fully
  • Allow import from cloud and local storage
  • Fix launching issues on specific iPhone models
  • Add compass feature to navigation tool
  • Allow selection of feature placement on screen (e.g., confirm buttons)
  • Enable iCloud integration for local files
  • Improve connection to external GNSS receivers

GPX Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QField for QGIS

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

GPX Viewer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Yearly$4.991 Year

Questions

Is QField for QGIS free?
QField for QGIS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GPX Viewer free?
GPX Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QField for QGIS or GPX Viewer have ads?
Neither QField for QGIS nor GPX Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QField for QGIS or GPX Viewer?
QField for QGIS ships an update every 6 days, and GPX Viewer every 3 months. Most recently, QField for QGIS was updated on November 3, 2026 and GPX Viewer on November 4, 2026.

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