# PD Maps Worldwide Edition vs MapCompass

The clearest difference is rating: MapCompass at 5.0 against PD Maps Worldwide Edition's 2.9. MapCompass also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). PD Maps Worldwide Edition's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (29% vs 0%). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PD Maps Worldwide Edition sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MapCompass asks for nothing beyond the download.

MapCompass holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PD Maps Worldwide Edition has 384 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of PD Maps Worldwide Edition's written reviews are positive against 0% of MapCompass's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PD Maps Worldwide Edition ships an update fortnightly, MapCompass every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PD Maps Worldwide Edition | MapCompass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (384 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pd-maps-worldwide-edition/id337552456/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapcompass/id529026280/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **384** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **28.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 1 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.0** | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Konstantin Klyatskin](https://appshunter.io/developer/294853155) | [著显 朱](https://appshunter.io/developer/509801283) |

## What reviewers say

### PD Maps Worldwide Edition

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pd-maps-worldwide-edition/id337552456)

Navigate anywhere with this functional and economical map application. It offers worldwide coverage, offline map support, and multiple map providers for a seamless experience. Explore new places with integrated services and enjoy real-time traffic updates.

**Highlights:** Worldwide map coverage, Offline maps mode, Multiple map providers, Turn-by-turn navigation, Real-time traffic information, 2D and 3D driving modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Status of Premium User | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline maps
- 📍 Detailed maps
- 🌍 Worldwide coverage
- 🗺️ Multiple map providers
- 👍 Useful for travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes
- 🤔 Unintuitive interface
- 📚 Lack of instructions
- 💰 Premium features required
- 🔍 Poor search functionality

**Reported bugs**

- GPS location inaccurate
- Offline maps not working
- App freezes and becomes unresponsive

**Requested features**

- Voice navigation
- Improved map labeling
- Bookmarking/saving locations
- Better support for retina displays
- Easier route planning


### MapCompass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapcompass/id529026280)

This navigation app displays a compass directly on a map, providing real-time speed, altitude, and direction. It also includes a level feature for added utility.

**Highlights:** Compass on map, Route navigation, Speed display, Altitude display, Direction display, Level tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PD Maps Worldwide Edition free?

PD Maps Worldwide Edition is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MapCompass free?

MapCompass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PD Maps Worldwide Edition or MapCompass?

MapCompass is rated higher. PD Maps Worldwide Edition averages 2.9 out of 5 from 384 ratings, while MapCompass averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PD Maps Worldwide Edition or MapCompass have ads?

MapCompass shows ads; PD Maps Worldwide Edition does not.

### Which is updated more often, PD Maps Worldwide Edition or MapCompass?

PD Maps Worldwide Edition ships an update fortnightly, and MapCompass every 3 months. Most recently, PD Maps Worldwide Edition was updated on October 6, 2026 and MapCompass on October 9, 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.*