# Map Plus vs ArcGIS Navigator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Map Plus at 83% against ArcGIS Navigator's 17%. Map Plus also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.7) and update cadence (monthly vs every 13 months). ArcGIS Navigator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Map Plus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. ArcGIS Navigator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Map Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Map Plus has 637 ratings behind it against 19, 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 17% of ArcGIS Navigator's.

Map Plus ships an update monthly, ArcGIS Navigator every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Map Plus | ArcGIS Navigator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (637 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-plus/id438868200/reviews)** | [2.7 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-navigator/id980973560/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **637** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | **82.6% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 39 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **14.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Miocool Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/438868203) | [ESRI](https://appshunter.io/developer/379687933) |

## 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


### ArcGIS Navigator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-navigator/id980973560)

Navigate to your destinations with voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions and offline map access. This tool allows field teams to efficiently access and route on custom maps, view asset information, and manage daily work lists. It requires an ArcGIS account and Navigator license to function.

**Highlights:** Voice-guided turn-by-turn directions, Offline navigation with local data, Access custom Esri navigation maps, Search assets and route on roads, Vehicle-specific travel modes, Manage daily work lists and stops

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Map Plus free?

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

### Is ArcGIS Navigator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Map Plus or ArcGIS Navigator?

Map Plus is rated higher. Map Plus averages 4.6 out of 5 from 637 ratings, while ArcGIS Navigator averages 2.7 from 19 ratings.

### Do Map Plus or ArcGIS Navigator have ads?

Map Plus shows ads; ArcGIS Navigator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Map Plus or ArcGIS Navigator?

Map Plus ships an update monthly, and ArcGIS Navigator every 13 months. Most recently, Map Plus was updated on October 13, 2026 and ArcGIS Navigator on October 7, 2026.

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