# Avenza Maps vs Terra Map

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Avenza Maps at 127K against Terra Map's 538. Avenza Maps also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). Terra Map's advantage is review sentiment (74% vs 52%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Avenza Maps sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $32.99 per year and Terra Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Avenza Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Avenza Maps has 127K ratings behind it against 538, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Avenza Maps's written reviews are positive against 74% of Terra Map's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Avenza Maps ships an update every 2 months, Terra Map every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avenza Maps | Terra Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (127K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avenza-maps-offline-mapping/id388424049/reviews)** | [4.6 (538 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terra-map-trail-explorer/id895751618/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **127K** | 538 |
| Positive reviews | 52.3% of reviews | **73.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | — |
| Size | 334 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Avenza Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/387212805) | [GEC s.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/675562886) |

## What reviewers say

### Avenza Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #12 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


### Terra Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terra-map-trail-explorer/id895751618)

Navigate the outdoors with detailed worldwide maps, offline access, and route sharing. Track your adventures, view elevation profiles, and stay connected with a community of explorers. Optimized for extended use and battery efficiency.

**Highlights:** Offline worldwide maps, Route and marker sharing, Elevation and speed profiles, Geo-referenced photos, Optimized battery usage, Live community sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent offline map functionality
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast map download speeds
- 💰 Great value for money (affordable pricing)
- 📍 Accurate GPS tracking and route recording

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📏 Mileage/distance tracking is inaccurate
- 🐛 Map download bugs and incomplete downloads
- 💳 Purchase restoration issues after app updates
- 🗺️ Outdated maps in some regions (Canada)
- ⚠️ Map accuracy issues in certain areas

**Reported bugs**

- Mileage tracking significantly inaccurate
- Map tiles fail to download or download incompletely
- Download counter goes backwards during tile downloads
- Cannot restore previous purchases after updates
- Saved routes and downloads deleted unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Satellite imagery offline download capability
- Improved route planning that considers existing trails
- Ability to input geographic coordinates for navigation
- Distance calculation that follows paths with multiple segments
- Enhanced waypoint icon options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avenza Maps free?

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

### Is Terra Map free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Avenza Maps or Terra Map?

Avenza Maps is rated higher. Avenza Maps averages 4.8 out of 5 from 127K ratings, while Terra Map averages 4.6 from 538 ratings.

### Do Avenza Maps or Terra Map have ads?

Neither Avenza Maps nor Terra Map shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avenza Maps or Terra Map?

Avenza Maps ships an update every 2 months, and Terra Map every 3 weeks. Most recently, Avenza Maps was updated on September 25, 2026 and Terra Map on September 24, 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.*