Comparison

Map Discovery vs Blurp NFC

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

Head to head
About

Map Discovery

Features
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Users are able to load GIS mapping data: mbtiles, gpkg, Shapefiles (zipped), KML, GPX, CSV, GeoJSON As well as connect to basemaps, OGC WMS, XYZ Tile servers (with support for more services coming soon) Open Street Map Vector tiles with different stylesheets basemap and many raster tile basemaps are available from multiple providers. The app has a data catalog JSON format feature that allows for configuring online mapping services (ESRI MapServer, ESRI ImageServer, ESRI FeatureServer, OGC WMS, OGC WMTS Tiles,XYZ/TMS Tiles,OGC WFS) The app supports data creation and editing digitizing/drawing vector features. Can create new geojson data with any properties you want defined and view attribute/grid and perform searching OGC WFS-T Transactional data creation and Editing is available for users that have GeoServer, QGIS Server, MapServer and others. Analysis tools like measure distance and area, map swipe, getting elevation, viewing attribute tables Search open street map places and geographies via OSM Nominatim Search. It also does address geocoding. The app is very customizable to your needs the units of measure can be changes as well as Display of Map Coordinates ( Latitude and Longitude, MGRS, GARS) and Scale bar The app is also able to connect to our other app Tile Server for iOS and access data being served by that app.

About

Blurp NFC

Features
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Introducing Blurp NFC, the ultimate tool for seamless NFC interactions. With just a single click, Blurp NFC empowers you to effortlessly write and read NFC devices, revolutionizing the way you engage with your surroundings. Imagine the simplicity of a single button tap to encode information onto an NFC tag, enabling quick sharing of data, links, or contact details. Whether you're setting up smart devices, sharing information with friends, or streamlining your workflow, Blurp NFC makes the process intuitive and efficient. But that's not all. Blurp NFC also offers a smooth and intuitive read function, allowing you to effortlessly retrieve information from NFC-enabled devices with a simple tap of your smartphone. Whether it's accessing hidden content, retrieving important details, or interacting with NFC-enabled products, Blurp NFC ensures that you stay connected and informed with ease. Forget complicated interfaces and cumbersome processes. Blurp NFC is designed for simplicity, ensuring that anyone can harness the power of NFC technology with ease. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business professional, or simply curious about NFC capabilities, Blurp NFC is your gateway to seamless interaction. Experience the future of NFC technology today with Blurp NFC. With its one-click functionality and intuitive design, it's the ultimate companion for unlocking the full potential of NFC in your everyday life.

Screenshots

Map Discovery4 screens
Blurp NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Map Discovery at every 6 weeks against Blurp NFC's every 4 months. Map Discovery also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Map Discovery ships an update every 6 weeks, Blurp NFC every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Map Discovery versus Blurp NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMap DiscoveryBlurp NFC
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks โ€” betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better14.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size102 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTech Maven GeoSpatial LLCSabas Sanchez

In-app purchases

None

Map Discovery

No in-app purchases

None

Blurp NFC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Map Discovery free?
Map Discovery is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Blurp NFC free?
Blurp NFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Map Discovery or Blurp NFC have ads?
Neither Map Discovery nor Blurp NFC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Map Discovery or Blurp NFC?
Map Discovery ships an update every 6 weeks, and Blurp NFC every 4 months. Most recently, Map Discovery was updated on November 3, 2026 and Blurp NFC on November 4, 2026.

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