# Outside Maps vs Memory

The clearest difference is rating: Memory at 4.9 against Outside Maps's 2.0. Memory also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and ratings volume (10 vs 2). Outside Maps's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Memory holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Memory has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Outside Maps's written reviews are positive against 80% of Memory's.

Outside Maps ships an update every 2 months, Memory every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Outside Maps | Memory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outside-maps/id412493862/reviews) | **[4.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-map-for-all/id1601873836/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **10** |
| Positive reviews | 76.6% of reviews | **80.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 10 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Replicade Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1108495920) | [Memory-Map](https://appshunter.io/developer/349996087) |

## What reviewers say

### Outside Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outside-maps/id412493862)

View and navigate diverse mapping data on your iPhone or iPad. Access Ordnance Survey maps for Great Britain, worldwide OpenStreetMap, historic maps, and aerial imagery. Features include GPS tracking, compass, and waypoint management.

**Highlights:** View Ordnance Survey maps (Great Britain), Worldwide OpenStreetMap support, Historic Ordnance Survey maps, Aerial photography, Real-time GPS tracking, Compass and bearing, Waypoint import/export (GPX)

**In-app purchases:** none


### Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-map-for-all/id1601873836)

Navigate anywhere with offline maps and GPS. Access a vast library of global maps, plan routes, and track your journey without a mobile data connection. Sync data across devices for seamless planning and navigation.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS navigation, Downloadable global maps, Route planning and editing, 3D World map view, Interactive terrain elevation profiles, Cloud sync across devices, GPX file import/export

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent map quality and detail
- 📥 Offline map download capability
- 💰 One-time purchase option (no subscription)
- 🔄 Cross-device sync functionality
- 🧭 Comprehensive navigation features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App closing issues (swipe-up doesn't work properly)
- 🚗 No Apple CarPlay integration
- 🧩 Non-intuitive user interface
- 🔄 Slow feature development over years
- 📱 Dynamic Island compatibility issues

**Reported bugs**

- App won't close properly with swipe-up gesture on iPhone
- Startup error message about improper closure
- Maps fail to download on new devices
- GPS location not detected on iPad despite enabled settings
- App switching gesture interferes with map centering

**Requested features**

- Apple CarPlay support
- Map auto-rotation to direction of travel
- More custom waypoint icons (food drop, water source, campsite, etc.)
- Better route optimization with more waypoints
- Map orientation options (North-up vs. route-up)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Outside Maps free?

Outside Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Memory free?

Memory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Outside Maps or Memory?

Memory is rated higher. Outside Maps averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Memory averages 4.9 from 10 ratings.

### Do Outside Maps or Memory have ads?

Neither Outside Maps nor Memory shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Outside Maps or Memory?

Outside Maps ships an update every 2 months, and Memory every 3 months. Most recently, Outside Maps was updated on June 10, 2026 and Memory on September 22, 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.*