# Map Plus vs TrailMap

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Map Plus at 83% against TrailMap's 30%. Map Plus also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (637 vs 9). TrailMap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.1 vs 15). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Map Plus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and TrailMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Map Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Map Plus has 637 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Map Plus's written reviews are positive against 30% of TrailMap's.

Map Plus ships an update monthly, TrailMap every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Map Plus | TrailMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (637 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-plus/id438868200/reviews)** | [3.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailmap-custom-map-overlays/id1324922532/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **637** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **82.6% of reviews** | 30.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **10.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Miocool Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/438868203) | [Jack Sheridan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434634194) |

## What reviewers say

### Map Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-plus/id438868200)

This app is a powerful tool for viewing and editing custom maps, managing geographic data, and planning outdoor activities. It supports various map and GIS file formats, offers on-map editing, GPS track recording, and data sharing.

**Highlights:** View and edit custom maps, Manage geographic data, Support for GIS vector and common file formats, Offline map viewing, GPS track recording and path following, On-map vector editing, Data sharing via multiple methods

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Large File Support | $0.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Map | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $1.99 | one-time |
| Export GPX Support | $2.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Format | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Advertisements | $3.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced GIS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Editing | $5.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Photo | $8.99 | one-time |
| Full-Function Package | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful mapping features
- 👍 Customizable and versatile
- 🗺️ Offline map support
- 💡 Useful for various industries (surveying, construction, outdoor activities)
- 🔍 Detailed and accurate mapping

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Steep learning curve for some users
- 📁 Difficulty managing data and files
- 🔧 Limited documentation and support
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when loading large datasets
- Issues with map layer visibility and synchronization
- Problems with coordinate system and projection support
- Inconsistent behavior when using certain features

**Requested features**

- Improved user interface and navigation
- Better integration with other mapping/GIS software
- Route planning and navigation capabilities
- Ability to import and export more file formats
- Improved offline map caching and performance


### TrailMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailmap-custom-map-overlays/id1324922532)

Overlay custom images onto real-world maps for reference. Pin your location to find trails, hidden spots, or even your next class. Offers a scalable and rotatable map experience.

**Highlights:** Custom image overlays, Scalable and rotatable maps, Live 'Blue Dot' location, Reference for trails and locations, Use for classes or exploration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TrailMap Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Map Plus free?

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

### Is TrailMap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Map Plus or TrailMap?

Map Plus is rated higher. Map Plus averages 4.6 out of 5 from 637 ratings, while TrailMap averages 3.3 from 9 ratings.

### Do Map Plus or TrailMap have ads?

Map Plus shows ads; TrailMap does not.

### Which is updated more often, Map Plus or TrailMap?

Map Plus ships an update monthly, and TrailMap every 2 months. Most recently, Map Plus was updated on October 13, 2026 and TrailMap on October 8, 2026.

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