# Maps+ vs Maps for OSM

The clearest difference is rating: Maps for OSM at 5.0 against Maps+'s 4.4. Maps for OSM also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (75% vs 51%). Maps+'s advantage is ratings volume (228 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Maps+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Maps for OSM asks for nothing beyond the download.

Maps for OSM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Maps+ has 228 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Maps+'s written reviews are positive against 75% of Maps for OSM's.

Maps+ ships an update every 5 weeks, Maps for OSM every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Maps+ | Maps for OSM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (228 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-plus/id416753449/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-for-osm/id1595273365/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **228** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.7% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 20 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IZE, Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/323114550) | [Michael Roennau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499959874) |

## What reviewers say

### Maps+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-plus/id416753449)

Enhance your navigation experience with advanced bookmarking, location-based reminders, and intelligent search. This app offers powerful tools for users who need more from their mapping applications.

**Highlights:** Color-coded bookmarks, GPX import/export, Location-based reminders, Autocomplete search, Modular settings

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Limitations | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app for traveling
- 👍 Customizable interface
- 🚀 Fast and accurate maps
- 👍 Useful for work/business
- 👍 Great for multiple pins/bookmarks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Limited search functionality
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🚫 Lacks public transit directions
- 🚫 No street view

**Reported bugs**

- Pins disappearing after updates
- Routing issues and inaccurate directions
- Search results not working
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- More pin/bookmark colors and icons
- Offline map caching
- Sync between devices
- Turn-by-turn voice navigation
- Public transit directions


### Maps for OSM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maps-for-osm/id1595273365)

Explore detailed maps from OpenStreetMap with offline capabilities. Record tracks, add notes, and capture photos or videos directly on the map. This open-source application offers robust data management and backup features.

**Highlights:** Offline map tile preloading, Place markers and notes, Photo and video capture, GPX track recording and export, Data backup and restore, Open source

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Maps+ free?

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

### Is Maps for OSM free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Maps+ or Maps for OSM?

Maps for OSM is rated higher. Maps+ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 228 ratings, while Maps for OSM averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Maps+ or Maps for OSM have ads?

Neither Maps+ nor Maps for OSM shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Maps+ or Maps for OSM?

Maps+ ships an update every 5 weeks, and Maps for OSM every 3 weeks. Most recently, Maps+ was updated on November 1, 2026 and Maps for OSM on November 3, 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.*