# MapTap vs Cartograph Maps 3

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cartograph Maps 3 at 76% against MapTap's 23%. Cartograph Maps 3 also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (4.3 vs 3.7). MapTap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and chart position (#65 vs unranked). On ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Cartograph Maps 3 is free to download; MapTap costs $1.99 up front. Cartograph Maps 3 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. MapTap asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cartograph Maps 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of MapTap's written reviews are positive against 76% of Cartograph Maps 3's.

MapTap ships an update every 6 months, Cartograph Maps 3 every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapTap | Cartograph Maps 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maptap/id312212429/reviews) | **[4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartograph-maps-3/id1588186796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 23.1% of reviews | **76.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | — |
| Size | 3 MB | 133 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile Geographics](https://appshunter.io/developer/286844996) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### MapTap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maptap/id312212429)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Explore diverse map layers including satellite, topographic, nautical charts, and street views. Compare multiple map sources side-by-side for comprehensive geographic information.

**Highlights:** Multiple map layer comparisons, Satellite and hybrid views, USGS topographic maps, NOAA nautical charts, OpenStreetMap integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cartograph Maps 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartograph-maps-3/id1588186796)

View and record offline vector maps with advanced features like custom themes, hill shading, and multiple layer stacking. Plan routes offline, measure distances, and sync data across devices. Supports various map formats and coordinate systems.

**Highlights:** View Mapsforge offline vector maps, Support for OpenAndroMaps render themes, Offline route calculation with BRouter, Track recording in background, Measurement tools, Cloud sync across devices, Multiple map layer stacking

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Add 100 3rd party credits | $2.49 | per month |
| Full version (monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Cloud synchronization | $2.99 | per month |
| Full version (6 months) | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Full version (yearly) | $8.49 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Add 100 3rd party credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cartograph for Apple Watch | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full version (life-time) | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapTap free?

MapTap costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cartograph Maps 3 free?

Cartograph Maps 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapTap or Cartograph Maps 3?

Cartograph Maps 3 is rated higher. MapTap averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Cartograph Maps 3 averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do MapTap or Cartograph Maps 3 have ads?

Neither MapTap nor Cartograph Maps 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MapTap or Cartograph Maps 3?

MapTap ships an update every 6 months, and Cartograph Maps 3 every 5 days. Most recently, MapTap was updated on October 31, 2026 and Cartograph Maps 3 on November 5, 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.*