# MilGPS vs Topo Maps+

The clearest difference is price: Topo Maps+ at Free against MilGPS's $12.99. Topo Maps+ also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). MilGPS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (92% vs 62%). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Topo Maps+ is free to download; MilGPS costs $12.99 up front. Topo Maps+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. MilGPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for MilGPS against 4.7 for Topo Maps+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.5K and 9.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of MilGPS's written reviews are positive against 62% of Topo Maps+'s.

MilGPS ships an update monthly, Topo Maps+ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MilGPS | Topo Maps+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $12.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milgps/id405835358/reviews)** | [4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.5K | **9.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.2% of reviews** | 62.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #85 |
| Size | 49 MB | 240 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cascode Labs Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/895755095) | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) |

## What reviewers say

### MilGPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milgps/id405835358)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Navigation, #19 Top Paid, #60 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This field navigation tool displays your location and waypoints on customizable screens. It supports multiple coordinate systems and map datums, and allows for waypoint import/export. Offline map support is available.

**Highlights:** MGRS/USNG/UTM/Lat/Lon display, Waypoint creation and organization, Map visualization with grid lines, Offline MBTiles map support, Multiple datum and format support, GPX waypoint import/export

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Handy, accurate, and customizable
- 🔒 Reliable even without cell service
- 👍 Excellent for land navigation and training
- 👍 Useful for a variety of outdoor activities
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with map loading and zoom
- 🔋 Lack of offline map support
- 🔍 Limited ability to draw/annotate on maps
- 🔍 Difficulty quickly entering coordinates

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Issues with map orientation and zooming
- Inconsistent behavior when exporting data

**Requested features**

- Add ability to measure distance and direction between waypoints
- Implement live tracking and sharing of locations between devices
- Introduce support for downloading and using offline maps
- Add more options for overlays, shapes, and annotations on maps
- Develop an Apple Watch companion app


### Topo Maps+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353)

**Currently charting:** #85 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic maps, Smart route building, Waypoints and proximity alerts, Land boundary overlays, Track recording, Apple Watch and CarPlay integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Pro: 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials | $29.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Elite | $79.99 | per year |
| 3 Month Map Pass | $11.99 | one-time |
| 6 Month Map Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 12 Month Map Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3 Months PRO | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months PRO | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate offline maps
- 📍 Reliable GPS tracking
- 🗺️ Variety of map options
- 🔍 Detailed trail information
- ⛰️ Useful for backcountry navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow map downloads
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 🔒 Paywall for many features
- 🗺️ Limited map coverage outside US
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during map downloads
- GPS tracking issues in certain areas
- Waypoint data loss after app updates

**Requested features**

- Improved route planning tools
- Ability to import/export user data
- Enhanced offline map caching
- More detailed map legends
- Integration with other outdoor apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MilGPS free?

MilGPS costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MilGPS or Topo Maps+?

MilGPS is rated higher. MilGPS averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 from 9.4K ratings.

### Do MilGPS or Topo Maps+ have ads?

Neither MilGPS nor Topo Maps+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MilGPS or Topo Maps+?

MilGPS ships an update monthly, and Topo Maps+ fortnightly. Most recently, MilGPS was updated on November 6, 2026 and Topo Maps+ on November 9, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MilGPS or Topo Maps+?

MilGPS currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Topo Maps+ at #85. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*