Comparison

iHikeGPS vs MapOut

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

Head to head
About

iHikeGPS

This app transforms your device into a powerful GPS receiver with detailed offline topographic maps for the USA and Southern Canada. It offers robust track recording, route navigation, and waypoint management, even without a cell signal. Ideal for outdoor adventures, it provides essential navigation tools for hiking, biking, and more.

Highlights
  • Offline topographic map display
  • GPS track recording
  • Route planning and navigation
  • Waypoint creation and management
  • Elevation graphing
  • Sun and moon position tracking
  • Distance and direction measurement
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Unleash the navigation potential of your iPhone or iPad with iHikeGPS! Turn your device into a high-performance GPS receiver equipped with USGS, US Forest Service & Canadian topo maps. These Classic topo map quads often have valuable back country details that vector maps in other hiking apps don't show. Even in remote areas with no cell signal, iHikeGPS ensures you always know where you've been, where you are, and where you’re going. Experience the ultimate hiking companion, offering unparalleled Track recording, Route navigation & accurate Estimated Time of Arrival. One Low Price! Everything included. No sign-ups, ads, subscriptions or in-app purchases. Completely respects your privacy. Discover the limitless possibilities of iHikeGPS while hiking, backpacking, biking, geocaching, camping, sightseeing, 4 wheeling, skiing & hunting. Recommended as the top choice in “Essential Gear for Safe Hiking”, it's a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts. TRACKS, WAYPOINTS & ROUTES Record Tracks as you hike, even in the background. View them on the map with a Trip Timer & Odometer. View elevation graphs of your Tracks & Routes. Show date, time, % grade, average speed and the area inside a closed path. Mark Waypoints precisely using topo or satellite maps, place names or addresses, geotagged photos, or by projecting from a known point. Get the elevation from a Digital Elevation Model database. Set a quick GoTo Waypoint or a full Route to see the heading, direction, distance, elevation change & Estimated Time of Arrival at your destination & intermediate Waypoints along the trail. Be warned when you leave a Route you were following. Create customized Routes using Waypoints, recorded Tracks, or imported GPX, KML or TCX files. Advanced Route editing. Send Waypoint, Route, Track & Map List files to other apps and other people via AirDrop, eMail, Messages or iCloud Drive. View the sun & moon positions and rise & set times for any date & place. TOPO MAPS AT NO EXTRA COST US Forest Service FSTopo 24K maps USGS 24K maps for all states, Guam, Puerto Rico & the US Virgin Islands USGS 250K & 100K (63K for Alaska) maps for all states National Resources Canada 50K maps for all areas south of 50° latitude. For Alberta, British Columbia & Newfoundland coverage extends to 54°. Download using WiFi or cell service. Our maps are optimized to download faster & use less storage memory. Store up to 2200 maps to use in the wilderness without cell service. These beautiful richly detailed offline topographic map images stitch together for seamless coverage across map boundaries. Print & Share map images overlaid with Waypoints, Routes & Tracks. Measure distance and direction between any 2 points. USE THE UNITS YOU PREFER Miles, Nautical miles or Km Feet or Meters Degrees, Degrees/Minutes, Degrees/Minutes/Seconds, UTM or USNG-MGRS °True or °Magnetic SUPPORT Comprehensive Help in the App Online Manual on iHikeGPS.com Email developer: lwjames@iHikeGPS.com WHAT OTHERS SAY “I am VERY impressed!!!…It pretty much blows…, my previous fave GPS app, out of the water. Your track recording features, fast map downloads, and well thought out interface make it a real winner.”-John in OR “Perfect for anyone camping, fishing & hiking, it'll provide great detail when you need it the most…for anyone who takes the great outdoors seriously”-David's review "iHike is the best user interface ever."-Larry B “Thanks for a wonderful and inexpensive app! I see my climbing buddies using expensive subscription apps that don't seem to be better.”-Charles DEVICE REQUIREMENTS Use iHikeGPS on any iOS device even if you don't have a cellular data plan. iPhones & WiFi+cellular iPads support full navigation. WiFi-only iPads can view maps, but require an iOS-compatible external GPS receiver to show your location & record tracks. Join thousands of satisfied users who rely on iHikeGPS for their outdoor adventures!

About

MapOut

Create, view, and record custom routes with offline global maps. Explore terrain in 3D, track your speed and distance, and access detailed topographical and tourist information.

Highlights
  • Offline global maps
  • Route drawing and planning
  • 3D Tilt View terrain exploration
  • Speed and distance tracking
  • Offline search for places and streets
  • GPX/KML file import
  • Tour recording and sharing
Features
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“MapOut saves the day with its intuitive interface for drawing routes and viewing elevation profiles. I’m genuinely impressed by its powerful features!” – Alee, cyclingabout.com Offline maps covering the entire globe, optimized for iPhone and iPad. As beautiful as a traditional paper map—but far more versatile. Perfectly tailored for: - Hikers: Clear, detailed terrain maps accessible even in the most remote locations, without an internet connection. - Cyclists: Extensive cycling route network with real-time speed and distance tracking. - City Travelers: Detailed city maps complete with essential tourist information. - Map Enthusiasts: Simply elegant maps that are a pleasure to view. Innovative 3D Tilt View - Tilt your device in any direction to vividly explore terrain details. Learn more at [mapout.app](https://mapout.app). Powerful Offline Search - Easily find places, streets, mountains, and more—no internet needed. High-Quality Map Data - Built upon the OpenStreetMap project, the "Wikipedia of Maps". Contribute your own corrections and additions at OpenStreetMap.org. - Regularly updated offline maps available for your selected regions. Effortless Tour Planning - Draw: Easily create custom routes and waypoints directly on your map. Adjust existing tours or imported GPX files effortlessly. - Import: Transfer routes to your device via email using a free "MapOut.me" account. Discover countless GPX and KML route files online, ideal for hiking or biking (e.g., gpsies.com). - Record: Capture your adventures and easily share them with friends. - Insights: Quickly see vital information for every tour—distance, elevation changes, route profile, and map details. Superior Map Viewing Experience - Rapid, hardware-accelerated rendering for smooth navigation. - Continuous zoom with impeccable clarity at every level. - Detailed topographical views featuring contour lines and shading. - Versatile overlays include biking, hiking, skiing routes, sightseeing locations, and public transport networks. Find comprehensive support and answers in our user manual: https://mapout.app/manual Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright

Screenshots

iHikeGPS4 screens
MapOut4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MapOut at free against iHikeGPS's paid. MapOut also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (96% vs 77%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

iHikeGPS costs $4.99 and MapOut $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MapOut holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60 and 146 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of iHikeGPS's written reviews are positive against 96% of MapOut's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iHikeGPS ships an update monthly, MapOut every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
iHikeGPS versus MapOut: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriHikeGPSMapOut
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.4 (60 ratings)4.9 (146 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews95.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings60146 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#113#106 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames Associates Inc.Valnova

Customer experience

iHikeGPS

All ratings59 ratings
Positive84.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews88 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral4.5%
Negative18.2%

MapOut

All ratings142 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews223 reviews
Positive95.5%
Neutral0.9%
Negative3.6%

Bugs and requests

iHikeGPS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

MapOut

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Map tiles not loading properly when zooming in
  • Recorded routes not always accurate

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to search for and navigate to specific locations
  • Option to display different map styles (e.g. satellite view)
  • Turn-by-turn navigation and voice guidance
  • Integration with other fitness/outdoor apps

In-app purchases

None

iHikeGPS

No in-app purchases

None

MapOut

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iHikeGPS free?
iHikeGPS costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MapOut free?
MapOut costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iHikeGPS or MapOut?
MapOut is rated higher. iHikeGPS averages 4.4 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while MapOut averages 4.9 from 146 ratings.
Do iHikeGPS or MapOut have ads?
Neither iHikeGPS nor MapOut shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iHikeGPS or MapOut?
iHikeGPS ships an update monthly, and MapOut every 6 weeks. Most recently, iHikeGPS was updated on October 27, 2026 and MapOut on October 26, 2026.
Which is more popular, iHikeGPS or MapOut?
iHikeGPS currently peaks at #113 in the App Store charts, and MapOut at #106. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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