Comparison

TracPlus vs Topo Maps+

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

Head to head
About

TracPlus

This app offers seamless field tracking and communication with a personalized interface designed to optimize productivity. Navigate missions, track assets, and stay connected effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Optimized user experience
  • Minimalistic user interface
  • Dark mode support
  • Dedicated iPad support
  • Microsoft/Google SSO login
Features
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The TracPlus iOS app is your ultimate companion for seamless tracking and communication in the field. Designed with a focus on optimizing user experience, it provides a personalized interface that enhances your productivity and workflow. Effortlessly navigate missions, track assets, and stay connected with ease. Features: * Optimized User Experience: Enjoy a smooth and intuitive experience with a minimalistic user interface. Maximize screen real estate for map-related activities, providing an immersive experience. * Dark Mode Support: Personalize your app's interface with light or dark mode, ensuring comfort and usability. * Dedicated iPad Support: Experience enhanced productivity and workflow on your iPad with a tailored interface optimized for the larger screen. * Enhanced Login Options: Log in effortlessly using Microsoft or Google Single Sign-On (SSO) or your TracPlus email credentials, ensuring a seamless login experience. Download the TracPlus iOS app today and join a growing community of users who trust TracPlus for their tracking and communication needs. Stay connected, informed, and safe with TracPlus iOS.

About

Topo Maps+

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

Highlights
  • Offline topographic maps
  • Smart route building
  • Waypoints and proximity alerts
  • Land boundary overlays
  • Track recording
  • Apple Watch and CarPlay integration
Features
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Designed and tested on real dirt, Topo Maps+ is packed with the maps & tools to plan and execute your backcountry adventure. ‣‣ MAPS FOR EVERY ACTIVITY ‣Setup your map based on your planned activity ‣‣ PLANNING TOOLS ‣ Compare and Download maps for use offline. ‣ Combine overlays to customize your map view ‣ Smart route-building tools ‣ Waypoints ‣ Print, email or share custom maps and routes ‣ Public, Private, and Hunting land boundaries ‣ Parcel Information ‣ Create teams and live-share members’ last known location ‣‣ ON-TRAIL TOOLS (Offline) ‣ View your current location ‣ All Maps and Overlays are downloadable ‣ Record your tracks - see where you’ve been ‣ Photo Waypoints - snap a pic and instantly shows on the map ‣ Progress on Trail - how much further on the trail ‣ Guide Me - to a waypoint ‣ Proximity Alerts - notify me when I’m close to a waypoint, trail, or region ‣ Line of Sight - what am I looking at? ‣ Downloaded elevation data for route-creation on the trail ‣‣ APPLE WATCH ‣ Integration with Apple HealthKit ‣Download maps directly to the watch ‣ Pan and zoom the map just like on the phone ‣ Drop a waypoint ‣ Record a track and see all of your stats ‣‣ CARPLAY ‣ Navigate to the trailhead ‣ Turn by Turn directions on USFS Roads ‣‣ NAVIGATIONAL MINDSET - helpful tips and tricks for keeping you safe in the backcountry! ‣‣ SUBSCRIPTION LEVELS: FREE level: view low resolution maps, record your tracks, and limited features Topo Maps+ Pro: high resolution maps, download maps, planning & on-trail tools, driving mode, import geospatial PDFs and TIFFS Topo Maps+ Elite: MapBox Satellite map, US public and private land overlays, parcel and ownership contact info, game management units. ‣‣ CLOUD Sync your routes, trips, subscriptions, and waypoints between all of your iOS and Mac devices. SUBSCRIPTION PAYMENT INFORMATION Topo Maps+ subscriptions will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase and/or completion of free trial. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial or current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://topomaps.co/info/privacy Terms of Service: https://topomaps.co/info/tos Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Screenshots

TracPlus4 screens
Topo Maps+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Topo Maps+ at 4.7 against TracPlus's 2.7. Topo Maps+ also leads on ratings volume (9.4K vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). TracPlus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Topo Maps+ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. TracPlus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Topo Maps+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of TracPlus's written reviews are positive against 62% of Topo Maps+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TracPlus ships an update every 6 weeks, Topo Maps+ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
TracPlus versus Topo Maps+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTracPlusTopo Maps+
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (3 ratings)4.7 (9.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews62.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
Best chart rank—#83 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB252 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTracPlus USA Inc.Glacier Peak Studios LLC

Customer experience

TracPlus

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Topo Maps+

All ratings9,367 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews237 reviews
Positive62.0%
Neutral8.4%
Negative29.5%

Bugs and requests

TracPlus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Topo Maps+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes during map downloads
  • GPS tracking issues in certain areas
  • Waypoint data loss after app updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved route planning tools
  • Ability to import/export user data
  • Enhanced offline map caching
  • More detailed map legends
  • Integration with other outdoor apps

In-app purchases

None

TracPlus

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Topo Maps+

Subscriptions6
  • Topo Maps+ Essentials 3 Months$14.993 Months
  • Topo Maps+ Pro: 3 Months$29.993 Months
  • Topo Maps+ Essentials$29.991 Year
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  • Topo Maps+ Elite: 3 Months$39.993 Months
  • Topo Maps+ Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Topo Maps+ Elite7 Days trial$79.991 Year
One-time5
  • 3 Month Map Pass$11.99
  • 6 Month Map Pass$14.99
  • 12 Month Map Pass$19.99
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  • 3 Months PRO$29.99
  • 12 Months PRO$59.99

Questions

Is TracPlus free?
TracPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Topo Maps+ free?
Topo Maps+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TracPlus or Topo Maps+?
Topo Maps+ is rated higher. TracPlus averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 from 9.4K ratings.
Do TracPlus or Topo Maps+ have ads?
Neither TracPlus nor Topo Maps+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TracPlus or Topo Maps+?
TracPlus ships an update every 6 weeks, and Topo Maps+ every 3 weeks. Most recently, TracPlus was updated on October 9, 2026 and Topo Maps+ on October 18, 2026.

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