Comparison

Guru Maps vs ZENIT Tracks

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

Head to head
About

Guru Maps

Navigate the world without an internet connection using detailed offline maps and turn-by-turn GPS directions. Plan multi-stop routes, record your adventures, and discover millions of points of interest with rich 3D terrain views. Sync your data across devices for seamless exploration.

Highlights
  • Offline maps and navigation
  • Turn-by-turn voice directions
  • Multi-stop route planning
  • GPS track recording
  • 3D relief and terrain views
  • Offline search for places
  • Sync across devices
Features
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Explore the world offline with Guru Maps — detailed maps, turn-by-turn navigation, and GPS track recording that keep working when you have no signal. Download maps once and use them anywhere (powered by OpenStreetMap). Plan routes, record adventures, save favorite places, and sync everything across devices. OFFLINE MAPS • Download maps for countries or regions and use them fully offline. • Rich detail and millions of places. Monthly map updates. NAVIGATION THAT WORKS OFFLINE • Voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions with automatic rerouting. • Lane guidance for clearer driving in complex junctions. • Modes: car, bike, truck, walk, plus straight-line navigation (great for sailing or off-road). ROUTE PLANNING • Build multi-stop routes with custom waypoints. • Choose fastest or shortest route and save your plans. • Export routes to GPX/KML to share or back up. TRUE 3D RELIEF & TERRAIN • Preview hills and valleys in True 3D Relief. • High-detail terrain: contour lines, hillshade, and topographic overlays. • Elevation profiles and slope charts for smarter planning. GPS TRACK RECORDING • Record tracks with one tap (even in the background). • Live stats: speed, distance, time, altitude. • Analyze tracks with interactive graphs and export to GPX/KML. FAST OFFLINE SEARCH • Search by name, address, category, or coordinates — offline. • Instant results as you type, with multi-language support. POI & ORGANIZATION • Save places with custom pins and icons. • Organize everything into folders and share with friends. OPENING HOURS • See opening hours for places when available. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES • Sync and back up your markers, tracks, and collections with one Guru Maps account across iOS, macOS, and other platforms. CARPLAY • Use Guru Maps on Apple CarPlay with offline maps and voice directions. NO ADS. PRIVACY FIRST. • No advertising. Your location stays on your device. Power features: one-finger zoom, compass & scale, coordinate grids (MGRS/UTM), GeoJSON overlays, MBTiles/sqlitedb import, and more. Upgrade to Pro for: • Unlimited offline map downloads • Unlimited markers and GPS tracks • Pro map sources, including Satellite and specialist layers (cycling, outdoors, marine, ski, etc.) Choose monthly or yearly subscription (7-day free trial) — or a one-time lifetime purchase. Download Guru Maps and explore with confidence — anywhere, anytime. Terms of Service & Privacy Policy: https://gurumaps.app/terms_of_service Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

ZENIT Tracks

Record, import, and export GPS tracks with detailed stats and sensor data. Visualize your routes on customizable maps and analyze terrain information for various activities.

Highlights
  • GPS route tracking
  • Customizable 3D offline maps
  • Import GPX/KML files
  • Export tracks (GPX, KML, CSV, TCX)
  • Sensor data display (compass, altitude, pressure)
  • Terrain slope analysis
Features
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ZENIT Tracks: Your Ultimate 3D Outdoor Navigator Elevate your outdoor adventures with ZENIT Tracks, a comprehensive 3D GPS tracking and navigation app for hikers, cyclists, and explorers. Whether you're summiting a peak or exploring new trails, ZENIT Tracks provides the tools you need to navigate with confidence. STUNNING 3D MAPS & OFFLINE NAVIGATION Experience the terrain like never before with high-definition 3D satellite and topographic maps. Download maps for offline use, ensuring you never lose your way even in the most remote areas without cell service. PRECISE TRACK RECORDING & STATISTICS Track every move with high-precision GPS. Monitor real-time stats including distance, speed, elevation gain, slope angle, and more. Export your data in GPX, KML, CSV, or TCX formats for use in other platforms. ADVANCED WEATHER & TERRAIN INSIGHTS Stay safe with detailed weather forecasts including hourly and daily data, freezing level, precipitation amount, and cloud base. Analyze terrain with avalanche risk layers, slope aspect, and downhill difficulty levels. PLAN & FOLLOW TRACKS Easily plan your next adventure directly on the map. Follow tracks that are recorded, imported, saved, or planned, with "Off-Track" alerts to keep you on the right path. VISUALIZE ALL YOUR TRACKS See every adventure you've ever recorded or imported at once. ZENIT Tracks allows you to overlay all your tracks on a single map, giving you a complete bird's-eye view of your lifetime of exploration. ORGANIZED MARKERS & WAYPOINTS Never lose a favorite spot again. Save markers with custom icons for campsites, viewpoints, or water sources. Keep everything tidy by organizing your waypoints into custom lists for different trips or categories. SHARE YOUR ADVENTURES Turn your tracks into beautiful visuals. Export images containing track shapes and stats optimized for social media (9:16) with customizable overlays and stunning map captures. REAL-TIME SENSOR DATA Access critical information directly from your device's sensors. Monitor barometric pressure for altitude and weather changes, and use the tilt and orientation sensors for precise navigation in challenging terrain. GO PRO WITH ZENIT TRACKS FULL Unlock the complete experience with our Full Version subscription. Get unlimited offline map downloads, advanced terrain analysis, and extended weather forecasts. Join our community of professional adventurers today! MAIN FEATURES: - High-definition 3D maps and satellite imagery. - Offline maps for signal-free navigation. - Real-time sensor data: Barometer, Tilt, and Orientation. - Advanced weather models and forecasts (including freezing level and cloud base). - Import/Export GPX, KML, CSV, TCX. - Sync with Suunto accounts. - Professional terrain analysis (Avalanche risk, Slope angle). - Social-ready track sharing. Join thousands of adventurers and take your exploration to the next level with ZENIT Tracks! Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://zenit-tracks.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Guru Maps4 screens
ZENIT Tracks1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ZENIT Tracks at 100% against Guru Maps's 76%. Guru Maps's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and chart position (#155 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Guru Maps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ZENIT Tracks sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guru Maps ships an update every 10 days, ZENIT Tracks monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Guru Maps versus ZENIT Tracks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuru MapsZENIT Tracks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#155 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.3
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEvgen BodunovAner Torre

Customer experience

Guru Maps

All ratings2,975 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews409 reviews
Positive76.0%
Neutral7.1%
Negative16.9%

ZENIT Tracks

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Guru Maps

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

ZENIT Tracks

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Guru Maps

Subscriptions2
  • Guru Maps Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Guru Maps Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • One-Time Purchase$27.00
  • One-Time Purchase$40.49
  • One-Time Purchase$54.00
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  • One-Time Purchase$89.99
4 purchases

ZENIT Tracks

Subscriptions3
  • ZENIT Tracks - FULL Version$1.997 Days
  • ZENIT Tracks - FULL Version Unlock$3.991 Month
  • ZENIT Tracks - FULL Version$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Version Unlock$7.99

Questions

Is Guru Maps free?
Guru Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ZENIT Tracks free?
ZENIT Tracks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guru Maps or ZENIT Tracks have ads?
Neither Guru Maps nor ZENIT Tracks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guru Maps or ZENIT Tracks?
Guru Maps ships an update every 10 days, and ZENIT Tracks monthly. Most recently, Guru Maps was updated on October 27, 2026 and ZENIT Tracks on October 25, 2026.

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