Comparison

FastXY vs Mapit GIS

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

Head to head
About

FastXY

This app enables high-accuracy GNSS data collection for professional surveying and GIS applications. It supports various data types, stake-out functions, and offline use, with multiple export options for seamless integration with other software.

Highlights
  • High-accuracy GNSS data collection
  • Point, line, and polygon data capture
  • Submeter or centimeter (RTK) accuracy
  • Stake-out feature
  • Offline data collection
  • Multiple export formats (CSV, shp, DXF/DWG)
  • Feature/attribute/value pick lists
Features
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FastXY is a high-accuracy GNSS data collection app designed for use with Eos GNSS receivers (www.eos-gnss.com). Collect point, line, polygon data with submeter or centimeter (RTK) survey-grade accuracy or use its stake-out feature to stake points to survey-grade accuracy. After data is collected, upload your data via CSV, shp, DXF/DWG to your favorite GIS/CAD. Key features: -Setup feature/attribute/value pick lists for easy field data entry. Collect ad hoc data in the field without setting up ahead of time. -Stakeout points loaded from DXF/DWG, CSV or shp files. -Collect raw data for post-processing and auto-submit to OPUS from your mobile device (https://www.ngs.noaa.gov/OPUS/) -World-wide 3D base map for visual reference in the field. -Doesn’t require an internet connection.

About

Mapit GIS

This app provides professional-grade spatial data capture and management for field professionals. It allows users to create and collect points, lines, and polygons with custom attributes and export data in various formats. Optional subscriptions unlock advanced features like offline maps and high-precision positioning.

Highlights
  • GeoPackage native project management
  • Capture points, lines, and polygons
  • Customizable data collection forms
  • GeoJSON, Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, DXF export/import
  • Offline MBTiles basemaps
  • External GNSS receiver support
  • NTRIP RTK corrections
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Trusted by GIS professionals for field data collection. Mapit GIS brings professional-grade spatial data capture to iPhone and iPad, designed for surveyors, environmental consultants, foresters, and anyone who works with spatial data in the field. Download for free and start mapping immediately. Optional paid subscriptions unlock additional features as described below. FREE FEATURES (included with download, no purchase required): - GeoPackage Native: Manage your data through GeoPackage projects (.gpkg) for seamless data sharing with desktop GIS applications like QGIS or ArcGIS. - Capture Points, Lines, and Polygons - Create vector features directly on the map using GPS or manual placement - Support for complex multi-part geometries. Free tier includes 1 project - 3 layers, and 20 features per layer. - Custom Attributes with Forms Design data collection forms with dropdowns, multi-select lists, dates, and barcode scanners. Customise your workflow for each project. - GeoJSON Export and Import Export and import data in GeoJSON format. - Professional Styling Customise feature colours, sizes, and labels. Apply styles based on the attribute values. PRO SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - Unlimited Projects, Layers, and Features Remove all limits on projects, layers, and features per layer. - Full Format Export and Import Export and import in Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, and DXF formats in addition to GeoJSON. - Offline Maps Add MBTiles offline basemaps for fieldwork in areas without connectivity. - Online Map Services Connect to WMS, WFS, WMTS, and XYZ tile services for custom basemaps and reference layers. - GPS Track Recording Automatically capture vertices while walking for line and polygon surveys. - External GNSS Receivers Connect to external GNSS receivers via TCP/IP or Bluetooth LE for high-precision positioning. View HDOP, VDOP, PDOP, fix type, and satellite constellation data. Compatible with RTK-corrected coordinate streams. Bluetooth Classic is currently supported for EOS Positioning (Arrow series) and Juniper Systems devices (Geode, Spire). - Position Averaging Improve point accuracy by averaging multiple GPS readings for survey-grade results. - Feature and Place Search Search within your GeoPackage data and find places on the map. PRO+ SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Pro+ includes all Pro features plus the following. Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - NTRIP RTK Corrections Connect to NTRIP casters to receive real-time RTK corrections for centimetre-accurate positioning. Browse and select mountpoints sorted by distance, monitor RTCM data streams, and send GGA position feedback. RTCM corrections are forwarded to your connected GNSS receiver via TCP or Bluetooth LE. Compatible with services such as rtk2go.com and commercial NTRIP providers. IDEAL FOR: - Environmental Surveys & Ecology - Forestry Planning & Woodland Management - Agriculture & Soil Surveys - Land Surveying & Site Surveys - Tree Surveys & Arboriculture - Construction & Infrastructure - Utilities & Asset Management SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Mapit GIS Pro and Pro+ are available as monthly or annual auto-renewable subscriptions. Prices are displayed in your local currency on the subscription page. Pro subscribers can upgrade to Pro+ at any time with prorated pricing. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://mapitgis.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://mapitgis.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

FastXY4 screens
Mapit GIS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FastXY at none against Mapit GIS's 4. FastXY also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.6). Mapit GIS's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, 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. Mapit GIS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. FastXY asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FastXY against 5.0 for Mapit GIS. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FastXY ships an update every 2 months, Mapit GIS weekly. The most recent releases landed on July 19, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FastXY versus Mapit GIS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFastXYMapit GIS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDiscovery Management GroupAndrzej Bieniek

Customer experience

FastXY

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Mapit GIS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FastXY

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Mapit GIS

Subscriptions4
  • Pro14 Days trial$12.001 Month
  • Pro+14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$119.991 Year
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  • Pro+ Annual14 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is FastXY free?
FastXY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mapit GIS free?
Mapit GIS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FastXY or Mapit GIS?
FastXY and Mapit GIS are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do FastXY or Mapit GIS have ads?
Neither FastXY nor Mapit GIS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FastXY or Mapit GIS?
FastXY ships an update every 2 months, and Mapit GIS weekly. Most recently, FastXY was updated on July 19, 2026 and Mapit GIS on September 21, 2026.

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