# Avenza Maps vs MilGPS PRO

The clearest difference is price: Avenza Maps at Free against MilGPS PRO's $9.99. Avenza Maps also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (128K vs 5). MilGPS PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Avenza Maps is free to download; MilGPS PRO costs $9.99 up front. Avenza Maps sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $32.99 per year. MilGPS PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

Avenza Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Avenza Maps has 128K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Avenza Maps ships an update every 2 months, MilGPS PRO every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avenza Maps | MilGPS PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $9.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (128K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avenza-maps-offline-mapping/id388424049/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milgps-pro/id6760237050/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **128K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 51.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | #25 |
| Size | 335 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Avenza Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/387212805) | [mustafa pistofoglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696939796) |

## What reviewers say

### Avenza Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avenza-maps-offline-mapping/id388424049)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Grossing · Navigation, #69 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS navigation, Real-time GPS position and direction, Record GPS tracks, Add photos and notes to locations, Import custom maps, Map Store with professional maps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Avenza Maps Plus | $32.99 | per year |
| Avenza Maps Plus | $34.99 | per year |
| Avenza Maps Pro | $169.99 | per year |
| Forest Service Topo Product | $0.99 | one-time |
| Garmin Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| BaseImage, LLC Map Product | $0.99 | one-time |
| Western Michigan University Map Product | $2.99 | one-time |
| US Forest Service R5 Map Product | $4.99 | one-time |
| US Forest Service R6 Product | $4.99 | one-time |
| Map the Xperience Map Product | $4.99 | one-time |
| US Forest Service R2 Map Product | $4.99 | one-time |
| US Forest Service R4 Product | $4.99 | one-time |
| National Geographic Map Product | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🗺️ Accurate GPS tracking
- 📥 Offline maps
- 💾 Ability to download maps
- 🗺️ Detailed topographic maps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Poor search functionality
- 🗺️ Inaccurate map placement
- 💰 Expensive maps
- 🔋 Battery drain
- 🤔 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Maps disappearing after updates
- Airdrop functionality issues
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to stitch/overlay multiple maps
- Apple CarPlay integration
- Improved map search and discovery
- Easier map management and organization
- Ability to export/share recorded tracks


### MilGPS PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milgps-pro/id6760237050)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This professional-grade navigation app offers advanced GPS features for field operations, including multiple coordinate systems, offline maps, and target management. It supports route planning, track recording, and real-time sensor data for reliable navigation in any condition.

**Highlights:** Multiple coordinate systems (MGRS, UTM, USNG), Offline map downloads and caching, Unlimited waypoint storage and import/export, Real-time digital compass and bearing indicator, Route planning and mission mode, Automatic track recording with ascent/descent calculation, Offline operation without internet connection

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avenza Maps free?

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

### Is MilGPS PRO free?

MilGPS PRO costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Avenza Maps or MilGPS PRO?

Avenza Maps is rated higher. Avenza Maps averages 4.8 out of 5 from 128K ratings, while MilGPS PRO averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Avenza Maps or MilGPS PRO have ads?

Neither Avenza Maps nor MilGPS PRO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avenza Maps or MilGPS PRO?

Avenza Maps ships an update every 2 months, and MilGPS PRO every 2 weeks. Most recently, Avenza Maps was updated on October 28, 2026 and MilGPS PRO on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Avenza Maps or MilGPS PRO?

Avenza Maps currently peaks at #20 in the App Store charts, and MilGPS PRO at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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