# Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS vs OpenBirding

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS at 3.7K against OpenBirding's 4. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS also leads on chart position (#29 vs unranked). OpenBirding's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

OpenBirding holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS has 3.7K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS's written reviews are positive against 100% of OpenBirding's.

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS ships an update fortnightly, OpenBirding weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS | OpenBirding |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openbirding/id6755897167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 88.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | — |
| Size | 135 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Organic Maps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567437059) | [Adam Jackson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857064726) |

## What reviewers say

### Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate and explore with detailed offline maps and GPS guidance. Plan, record, and import routes for travel, hikes, and rides without needing an internet connection. Enjoy privacy-first, battery-efficient navigation with extensive points of interest.

**Highlights:** 100% offline maps and navigation, Fast zooming and search, Detailed points of interest, Turn-by-turn voice guidance, Hiking and cycling trail layers, Route recording and import/export, Multiple map styles

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline maps
- 🔒 Privacy-focused
- 👍 Detailed and accurate maps
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Lightweight and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing issues
- 🔋 Can be battery-intensive during navigation
- 🔍 Search function could be improved
- 👎 Routing and navigation not as robust as some paid alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent handling of address search
- Elevation data not always accurate

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize map styles and colors
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Improved public transportation routing
- Satellite/aerial imagery support
- Apple Watch app


### OpenBirding

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openbirding/id6755897167)

Discover birding locations with this app, featuring offline maps and eBird life list integration. Save favorite spots and custom locations for easy access, all within a clean design tailored for birdwatchers.

**Highlights:** OpenStreetMap base map, Offline hotspot packs, eBird life list import, Save favorite hotspots, Save custom locations, Intuitive design for birders

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS free?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is OpenBirding free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS or OpenBirding?

OpenBirding is rated higher. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while OpenBirding averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS or OpenBirding have ads?

Neither Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS nor OpenBirding shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS or OpenBirding?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS ships an update fortnightly, and OpenBirding weekly. Most recently, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS was updated on October 28, 2026 and OpenBirding on October 6, 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.*