3D Offline Maps vs Never Never Ridge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3D Offline Maps
Navigate and explore the world with detailed 2D and 3D offline maps. Record GPS tracks, save routes, and import/export GPX files. Plan adventures, mark points of interest, and share data, even without an internet signal.
- Offline 2D and 3D maps
- GPS track recording
- Route planning
- GPX import/export
- Unlimited offline map storage
- Multiple map types
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Detailed 2D and 3D maps for navigation, travel, hiking, and outdoor adventures all over the world. Download maps in advance, use them offline without internet access, record GPS tracks, save routes and waypoints, import and export GPX files, and keep everything important close at hand on every trip. Plan routes, build your own collection of tracks, mark interesting places on the map, share data with friends, and travel more comfortably even where there is no signal. The app supports offline maps with no time limits on storage and contains no ads. Main features: - 9 map types: satellite, vector, and 3D maps. - compatible with Apple Silicon Macs. - background track recording. - compare tracks by speed, elevation, and time at any distance, including gains and delays relative to a selected reference track. - fast and convenient map downloads. - route planner. - step counter with data for the last three months (steps, distance). - elevation for any waypoint. - address search. - coordinate search. - compass. - barometer. - track processing and optimization. - offline map downloads with unlimited storage time. - supports all available ways on your device to import and export tracks and waypoints in GPX, KML, KMZ format. - color gradient by speed and elevation for imported tracks when this data is available. - color gradient by speed and elevation for recorded tracks. - records speed and elevation in tracks. - contour lines in outdoor mode. - extended track information: average and maximum speed, duration, distance, and number of waypoints. - different units of measurement: miles, kilometers, feet, meters. - view one or multiple tracks in any app mode, including while recording another track. - create, edit, and delete waypoints in any mode and anywhere on the map. - selectable icons for waypoints. - track recording quality settings, distance filters, and power saving mode. - points to the selected waypoint and shows the distance to it. - shows the current distance covered and time on route. - quick start and stop of track recording. - several map orientation modes: by device compass, by direction of movement, centered mode, and north-up mode. - map tilt with a two-finger gesture. - quick selection and convenient viewing of saved tracks, waypoints, and downloaded maps. - speed and elevation charts with zooming and scrolling. - link to the user guide in settings. - waypoint photos: take photos, store them, open the waypoint on the map from the photo, and share your shots. - photo geotagging: coordinates and shooting data are saved in the text caption and in EXIF/GPS metadata. - Terms of Service: https://appsupport.store/terms/ - Privacy Policy: https://appsupport.store/privacy
Never Never Ridge
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Never Never Ridge puts the whole property in your pocket — no mobile signal required. Whether you're arriving for the first time or heading off the beaten track, the app gives you a live GPS dot on a detailed custom map so you always know where you are and where you're going. OFFLINE FROM THE START Everything is built into the app. Once installed, Never Never Ridge works completely without internet or mobile coverage — ideal for a rural property where signal can't be counted on. CUSTOM PROPERTY MAPS Two map layers are included: a hand-crafted topographic map showing contour lines, trails, and key features, and a satellite view for a real-world reference. Switch between them with a single tap. LIVE GPS TRACKING Your position appears as a pulsing blue dot on the map, updated in real time as you move. On supported devices, a directional beam shows which way you're facing, so orienting yourself on the land is effortless. POINTS OF INTEREST A curated list of the property's key spots — each with a full description, photos, and GPS coordinates. Includes: - Main Entrance Gate — access details and gate combination - The Dam — a seasonal water source and favourite wildlife spot - Ridge Lookout — panoramic views north, perfect for sunrise - Old Hut Site — mid-1800s pastoral ruins with original stone chimney - Creek Crossing — a seasonal ford passable on foot year-round DESIGNED FOR THE LAND Never Never Ridge is built for a single property and the people who visit it. There are no ads, no accounts, no subscriptions, and no data collection. It simply works. IMAGERY Satellite imagery is sourced from NSW Spatial Services, © State of New South Wales (Department of Customer Service), and used under the NSW Spatial Services standard licence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Never Never Ridge at none against 3D Offline Maps's 8. 3D Offline Maps's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.4 vs 18.2). On price, 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
Both are free to download. 3D Offline Maps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Never Never Ridge asks for nothing beyond the download.
3D Offline Maps ships an update weekly, Never Never Ridge every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3D Offline Maps | Never Never Ridge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (650 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 650 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | SERGEI BEZDENEZHNYKH | Greg Barnett |
Bugs and requests
3D Offline Maps
Reported bugs
4 issues- 3D offline maps display black and grainy visuals
- Maps require zooming out and back in to clear display
- GPX file download compatibility issues
- Background tracking does not work
Requested features
5 requests- CarPlay support integration
- Map selection icon on main page
- Current/real-time satellite imagery
- Map gradients relative to pitch
- Background tracking functionality
Never Never Ridge
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
3D Offline Maps
- Premium Month3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Premium Week2 variants$1.997 Days
- Premium Month3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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- Premium Annual3 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Annual Sale$12.991 Year
- Matching to road$0.99
- Lifetime$19.99
Never Never Ridge
No in-app purchases
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