# You Need A Map vs Pocket Earth PRO

The clearest difference is price: You Need A Map at Free against Pocket Earth PRO's $6.99. Pocket Earth PRO's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 53). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

You Need A Map is free to download; Pocket Earth PRO costs $6.99 up front. You Need A Map sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pocket Earth PRO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket Earth PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocket Earth PRO has 1.8K ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of You Need A Map's written reviews are positive against 85% of Pocket Earth PRO's.

You Need A Map ships an update every 4 months, Pocket Earth PRO every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | You Need A Map | Pocket Earth PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [4.4 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/you-need-a-map/id415545903/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-earth-pro/id481679745/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 53 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | **85.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#131** |
| Size | 66 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GrangerFX](https://appshunter.io/developer/363698835) | [GeoMagik LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/481679748) |

## What reviewers say

### You Need A Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/you-need-a-map/id415545903)

This app provides detailed offline 3D topographic maps of the entire USA. It includes terrain, roads, water bodies, and landmarks, functioning even without a cell signal. It's ideal for navigation and emergency situations where connectivity is unreliable.

**Highlights:** Offline 3D topographic maps, Covers all 50 US states, Works without cell signal, Shows terrain, roads, and landmarks, GPS tracking and track replay, Detailed feature information display, Satellite image overlays

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3D Mapping | Free | one-time |
| Scenic Map Features | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent offline maps
- ⛰️ Detailed terrain and 3D view
- 📸 Useful for photography planning
- ✈️ Great for pilots and aviation
- 🌲 Ideal for backcountry/remote areas

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💾 Large file size
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🗺️ Missing specific locations (e.g., Isle Royale)
- 📉 Outdated map data in some areas
- ❓ Unintuitive at times

**Reported bugs**

- Dark mode alphanumeric display issue
- App crashes when touching GPS icon
- App won't open after update
- Download issues
- 3D feature purchase unavailable

**Requested features**

- Prioritize favorite waypoints
- Update satellite imagery
- Improve search functionality for towns/streets
- Add BLM and state trust land overlays
- Add Retina display graphics for new iPads


### Pocket Earth PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-earth-pro/id481679745)

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Access detailed worldwide maps and travel guides offline, saving on data charges. Features topographic maps, online routing with offline voice guidance, and extensive travel information. Ideal for travelers and outdoor adventurers.

**Highlights:** Detailed worldwide offline maps, Topographic contour maps, Offline voice guidance, Extensive travel guides, GPS track recording, GPX/CSV import/export

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Topographic Maps | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline maps and GPS functionality
- 📍 Detailed maps with points of interest
- 🌍 Works well internationally
- 🗺️ Comprehensive map data
- 🔍 Excellent search and navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🗺️ Maps can be outdated
- 🔍 Confusing user interface
- 💰 Hidden costs for some features
- 🔄 Frustrating map download process

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to restore purchased features
- Sync issues between devices
- Geolocation not working on some devices
- Slow or failed map downloads

**Requested features**

- Offline route planning and navigation
- Ability to import/sync GPX files
- Improved user interface and discoverability
- More frequent map data updates
- Customizable map icons and labels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is You Need A Map free?

You Need A Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pocket Earth PRO free?

Pocket Earth PRO costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, You Need A Map or Pocket Earth PRO?

Pocket Earth PRO is rated higher. You Need A Map averages 4.4 out of 5 from 53 ratings, while Pocket Earth PRO averages 4.8 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do You Need A Map or Pocket Earth PRO have ads?

Neither You Need A Map nor Pocket Earth PRO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, You Need A Map or Pocket Earth PRO?

You Need A Map ships an update every 4 months, and Pocket Earth PRO every 6 weeks. Most recently, You Need A Map was updated on October 18, 2026 and Pocket Earth PRO on October 20, 2026.

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