Comparison

MilGPS vs MissionNAV

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

Head to head
About

MilGPS

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
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MilGPS is a field navigation tool designed for efficient use by trained navigators using MGRS coordinates. No in-app purchases or subscriptions. OVERVIEW - Display your current location and other info in large, clear text on customizable screens. - Create waypoints using your current location, map crosshairs, distance/direction projection or optimized coordinate entry. Organize waypoints into overlays and navigate to them by following an arrow or on the map. - Visualize your location and waypoints on a map with smooth scrolling grid lines/labels. Apple and Google online maps are included or supply your own offline maps in raster MBTiles format. OTHER FEATURES - Supports MGRS, USNG, UTM, Lat/Lon and OSNG location formats. - Supports a wide variety of map datums including WGS84, NAD27, OSGB36, AGD66 and ED50. - Use 3 different datums/location formats for location display and waypoint entry. - Supports a wide variety of angle, altitude, and distance formats. - Cell phone signal not required for basic navigation functionality. Online maps require a data connection. - Supports military date time groups for local/zulu time - Import and export waypoints via the standard GPX file format. Limited support for KML and CSV formats. Routes and tracks not supported. - Map ruler tool to measure distance/direction between two points on the map, snaps to waypoints NOT INCLUDED (YET) - Route planning - Track recording - Online mapping sources other than Apple and Google maps - Vector offline maps QUESTIONS support@milgps.com NOTES - WiFi-only iPads are not supported because they don't have a GPS receiver. - Mapping function requires a data connection. - Using GPS will shorten battery life. - Online maps are provided, hosted and updated by third parties. Maps may be inaccurate or censored. Map types and quality may change without notice. PRIVACY Because you can choose to use Google maps in the app, we are required to disclose the data collected by Google in our App Store listing. If you do not use Google maps minimal data is collected. See our privacy policy for details. WARNING YOUR USE OF MILGPS IS AT YOUR OWN RISK MilGPS is an aid to navigation only and is intended to be used in conjunction with other navigation methods and tools. MilGPS must not be used where relying on MilGPS could result in death, injury or financial loss. This includes use on military operations, live-firing activities, aviation and surveying use. MilGPS is not tested to military specifications and is not endorsed by the military of any nation. MilGPS is not a substitute for military issue equipment. Your use of MilGPS is governed by the standard App Store Licensed Application End User License Agreement.

About

MissionNAV

Track your location and navigate using MGRS and GPS coordinates. Add unlimited waypoints, convert units, and share your location and target information via SMS. New features are added weekly.

Highlights
  • Track current location in latitude/longitude
  • Display UTC or military time
  • Track bearing to target
  • Add unlimited waypoints
  • Convert between imperial and metric units
  • Share location in MGRS format
  • Share information via SMS
Features
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Track your location and navigate with ease using this powerful tool designed for military personnel, citizens, and adventurers worldwide. View your current location’s latitude, longitude, UTC or military time, and bearing to your target. Add unlimited waypoints, convert between imperial and metric units, and share your location and target information in MGRS format. Whether you need to send a simple text or an image, this app allows you to share coordinates seamlessly via SMS. New features are added weekly to enhance your experience. Key Features: View your current location in latitude/longitude. Display time in UTC or military time format. Track bearing to target. Add unlimited waypoints for precise navigation. Convert between imperial and metric units for distance, speed, etc. Share your location and target location in MGRS format. Easily share information via SMS (plain text or image). Share singular waypoints quickly and easily. New features added weekly to improve functionality. Ideal for military, citizens, and global users. Stay connected and navigate with confidence, no matter where you are in the world!

Screenshots

MilGPS4 screens
MissionNAV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MilGPS at 5.5K against MissionNAV's 4. MilGPS also leads on chart position (#1 vs unranked). MissionNAV's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and price ($8.99 vs $12.99). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

MilGPS costs $12.99 and MissionNAV $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MissionNAV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MilGPS has 5.5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of MilGPS's written reviews are positive against 100% of MissionNAV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MilGPS ships an update monthly, MissionNAV weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MilGPS versus MissionNAV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMilGPSMissionNAV
Price$12.99$8.99 — better
Rating4.8 (5.5K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.5K — better4
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#1 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCascode Labs Pty LtdYOURFULLSTACK, LLC

Customer experience

MilGPS

All ratings5,528 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews314 reviews
Positive93.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.8%

MissionNAV

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

MilGPS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Issues with map orientation and zooming
  • Inconsistent behavior when exporting data

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

MissionNAV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MilGPS

No in-app purchases

None

MissionNAV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MilGPS free?
MilGPS costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MissionNAV free?
MissionNAV costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MilGPS or MissionNAV?
MissionNAV is rated higher. MilGPS averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while MissionNAV averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do MilGPS or MissionNAV have ads?
Neither MilGPS nor MissionNAV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MilGPS or MissionNAV?
MilGPS ships an update monthly, and MissionNAV weekly. Most recently, MilGPS was updated on September 26, 2026 and MissionNAV on August 11, 2026.

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