# Guru Maps vs Spyglass

The clearest difference is ads: Guru Maps at none against Spyglass's shown. Guru Maps also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and device support (5 vs 3). Spyglass's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Guru Maps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Spyglass sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Guru Maps against 4.7 for Spyglass. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 3.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Guru Maps's written reviews are positive against 81% of Spyglass's.

Guru Maps ships an update fortnightly, Spyglass every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Guru Maps | Spyglass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-offline-navigation/id321745474/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spyglass/id332639548/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3K | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 76.2% of reviews | **80.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#122** | #127 |
| Size | 112 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Evgen Bodunov](https://appshunter.io/developer/321745477) | [Pavel Ahafonau](https://appshunter.io/developer/319585607) |

## What reviewers say

### Guru Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-offline-navigation/id321745474)

**Currently charting:** #122 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Explore the world offline with detailed maps, turn-by-turn navigation, and GPS track recording. Plan routes, save favorite places, and sync across devices, all without needing an internet connection. Offers advanced features like 3D terrain and lane guidance.

**Highlights:** Offline maps and navigation, Turn-by-turn voice directions, Multi-stop route planning, 3D relief and terrain visualization, GPS track recording, Fast offline search, Sync across devices

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guru Maps Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Guru Maps Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| One-Time Purchase | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline maps work well
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🚀 Detailed maps
- 🚀 Excellent for travel and outdoor activities
- 🚀 Useful offline navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Map search function not reliable
- 🐛 Difficulty downloading/importing custom maps
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Paid features required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after recent updates
- GPS not working reliably offline
- Incorrect map data in some areas
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Route planning and turn-by-turn navigation
- Elevation/terrain data display
- Ability to add custom waypoints and annotations
- Improved search functionality
- Easier map download and import process


### Spyglass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spyglass/id332639548)

**Currently charting:** #127 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app is a comprehensive offline navigation tool for outdoor and off-road adventures. It combines a high-tech compass, GPS receiver, and augmented reality display with numerous tools for tracking, measuring, and celestial observation.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS and maps, Augmented reality display, Advanced compass and gyrocompass, Waypoint tracking and navigation, Sun, Moon, and star finder, Optical rangefinder, Camera with GPS data overlay

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spyglass Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Spyglass Plus (Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Spyglass Plus (Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Spyglass Pro (Lifetime) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent navigation and mapping features
- 🔍 Highly accurate compass and location tracking
- 🔭 Useful augmented reality and sextant functions
- 📸 Ability to capture geotagged photos
- 🛠️ Comprehensive set of tools and utilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Steep learning curve and complex interface
- 🗺️ Outdated or incomplete map data in some regions
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes reported
- 💰 Subscription model for advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- Compass not always accurate or consistent
- Freezing or unresponsive issues after updates
- Difficulty syncing waypoints and locations

**Requested features**

- Improved waypoint and location management
- Larger text and UI elements for better readability
- Integration with popular mapping and navigation apps
- Offline elevation data and terrain analysis
- Apple Watch companion app for on-the-go use


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Guru Maps free?

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

### Is Spyglass free?

Spyglass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Guru Maps or Spyglass?

Spyglass is rated higher. Guru Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Spyglass averages 4.7 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do Guru Maps or Spyglass have ads?

Spyglass shows ads; Guru Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Guru Maps or Spyglass?

Guru Maps ships an update fortnightly, and Spyglass every 6 weeks. Most recently, Guru Maps was updated on November 13, 2026 and Spyglass on November 13, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Guru Maps or Spyglass?

Guru Maps currently peaks at #122 in the App Store charts, and Spyglass at #127. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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