# KMZ Loader vs Measure Map

The clearest difference is rating: Measure Map at 4.7 against KMZ Loader's 3.6. Measure Map also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 42%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 25 months). KMZ Loader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KMZ Loader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Measure Map sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Measure Map holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measure Map has 5.3K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of KMZ Loader's written reviews are positive against 79% of Measure Map's.

KMZ Loader ships an update every 25 months, Measure Map every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KMZ Loader | Measure Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmz-loader/id435350230/reviews) | **[4.7 (5.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map/id1247360674/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **5.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.4% of reviews | **78.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Casey Evanoff](https://appshunter.io/developer/319345353) | [Xuan Luong Do](https://appshunter.io/developer/1239199559) |

## What reviewers say

### KMZ Loader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmz-loader/id435350230)

Easily open and view KMZ files on your iOS device. This app decompresses KMZ files into KML, making them viewable in Google Earth or as source code. All imported files are stored for easy access and deletion.

**Highlights:** Open KMZ files, Decompress KMZ to KML, View KML in Google Earth, View KML as source code, Store imported KMZ files, Delete KMZ files

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KMZ Loader Full Version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Handles KMZ maps flawlessly
- 👍 Useful for real-time location reference
- 👍 Opens KMZ files to Google Earth
- 👍 Lifesaver for field use
- 👍 Best KMZ app for KML

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does nothing
- 🐛 No instructions
- 🐛 Zero function
- 🐛 Doesn't unpack
- 🐛 Crashes or building doesn't load

**Reported bugs**

- Does not work
- Doesn't unpack or do anything
- Crashes or building doesn't load in properly
- Does not work in iOS 11
- No longer works

**Requested features**

- Load 3D structures (e.g., World Trade Center)
- Update for new iOS versions
- Update for iOS 11
- Update for iOS 6
- Add 'delete' function for KMZ files


### Measure Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map/id1247360674)

Calculate distances and areas on a map by placing markers. Supports various units, file imports/exports, and coordinate systems. Save and share your measurements.

**Highlights:** Distance calculation between points, Area measurement, Multiple unit outputs (meters, miles, feet, etc.), Save and view measurement sessions, Import/export KML, KMZ, CSV files, Support for UTM, MGRS, VN-2000 coordinates, Quick map type changes

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $7.99 | per year |
| Remove Advertising | $5.99 | one-time |
| Export File | $5.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and easy to use
- 👍 Great user interface
- 👍 Easy to use and user friendly
- 👍 Nice, simple and free
- 👍 Works great for validating measurements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ads make app unusable
- 🐛 False information
- 🐛 Should be removed from the app store until reviewed
- 🐛 No export functionality even as a pro level subscriber
- 🐛 Seems to change to area mode without user involvement

**Reported bugs**

- Accidental touching of screen causes issues
- App switches to area mode unexpectedly
- Unable to close polygon for area measurement
- Screen rotation issue on iPad

**Requested features**

- Add ability to change/edit pin names
- Add option to switch to Apple Maps instead of Google
- Add support for Vietnamese coordinate system (VN2000)
- Improve instructions and UI for better discoverability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KMZ Loader free?

KMZ Loader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Measure Map free?

Measure Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, KMZ Loader or Measure Map?

Measure Map is rated higher. KMZ Loader averages 3.6 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Measure Map averages 4.7 from 5.3K ratings.

### Do KMZ Loader or Measure Map have ads?

Measure Map shows ads; KMZ Loader does not.

### Which is updated more often, KMZ Loader or Measure Map?

KMZ Loader ships an update every 25 months, and Measure Map every 2 weeks. Most recently, KMZ Loader was updated on October 6, 2026 and Measure Map on October 14, 2026.

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