map vs Pano AR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
map
Create and edit aerial survey missions with advanced waypoint control and elevation data integration. Supports multiple export formats for popular drone software and offers various mission types including 2D, 3D, and circular paths.
- Create and edit mission waypoints on map
- Save and load missions in iCloud (CSV format)
- KML/KMZ export for Google Maps, DJI Pilot, DJI Fly
- CSV export for hdrpano, Litchi
- Import KML/KMZ for precise AGL
- Multiple mission types (2D, 3D, Circle, Inception)
- Elevation data from Open Topo Data and local DEM servers
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Photogrammetry & AGL Mission Planner Map Creator is a professional mission planning tool for photogrammetry, mapping and inspection flights. Create precise AGL (Above Ground Level) flight missions directly on the map with advanced elevation support and flexible grid geometries. Mission Planning Create, edit and visualize waypoints directly on the map: - Flat 2D or true AGL missions with 3D elevation and triangulation - Cross-grid and custom flight paths - Adaptive pitch based on altitude - Smooth flight path algorithms for safe and efficient missions Mission Types - 2D / AGL Grid Mission (cross paths supported) - Orthophoto Cross Mission with elevation - 3D Spherical Mission (double helix, adaptive pitch) - Circle Mission with adaptive pitch - Inception Mission - Vertical Mission with elevation support Elevation & Terrain Data High-quality terrain data ensures precise AGL calculations for every waypoint: Built-in elevation datasets (OpenTopoData): - ASTER 30 m - EU-DEM 25 m - NED 10 m (North America) - GPXZ Advanced users: - Local DEM server support (OpenTopoData, Swisstopo 2 m / 0.5 m, GeoTIFF) - Per-waypoint AGL transformation using high-resolution terrain models Import & Export Maximum compatibility with industry-standard tools: Export (high-resolution elevation for all waypoints) - KMZ for DJI Pilot & DJI Fly - KML for Google Maps & Map Creator import - CSV for hdrpano, Litchi & Litchi Pilot Import - KML to add precise AGL to existing missions - KMZ / WPML from DJI Pilot 2, DJI Fly or other providers DJI Fly / Pilot Workflow - Direct KMZ mission transfer using my DJIKMZInjector macOS/Windows - Seamless integration with DJI remote controllers iCloud Support - Save and load missions via iCloud - CSV-based mission storage for easy sharing and versioning Compatibility - CSV format fully compatible with Litchi Flight Hub - Optimized for iOS 26 and macOS 26 Credits Elevation data powered by OpenTopoData Thanks to Andrew for providing open elevation services. More details: Visit map-creator.com
Pano AR
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View your own photos as immersive 360° panoramas in AR — or explore built-in demo scenes instantly. No stitching, no special camera needed. Works with any photo from your library. - Turn a wide photo into an immersive AR panorama - Explore curated demo panoramas instantly, no setup - Walk around your memories in augmented reality
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Pano AR at Free against map's $29.99. map's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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
Pano AR is free to download; map costs $29.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | map | Pano AR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kilian Eisenegger | Maksim Shtonda |
In-app purchases
map
No in-app purchases
Pano AR
No in-app purchases









