Comparison

Azimuth Maps vs Topo GPS

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Azimuth Maps

This app displays reference area orientations on a map, allowing for precise directional viewing at 30°, 45°, or 60° intervals. It also supports address searching to determine bearings and distances, useful for Feng Shui and other orientation tasks.

Highlights
  • Map orientation display
  • Adjustable directional intervals (30°, 45°, 60°)
  • 12-direction display support
  • Movable reference areas
  • Address search for bearings and distances
Features
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Azimuth Maps is an application that can be displayed on the map the orientation of the reference areas. Each cardinal orientation is 30 °, 60 ° to each other, you can view or each at 45 °. ◎ From version 2.0.2, 12 direction display is also supported. ◎The reference areas can be moved by dragging and dropping them anywhere. Address Search can also be viewed at your destination, you have to look into the bearing, distances can determine several kilometers. It is an application that can be used for orientation of Feng Shui and house‐moving, confirmation of Eho, etc. Exemption matters It caused by the use of this application program, and any trouble and no loss and no damage, etc. are secured at all. Please use it beforehand after it understands, and it acknowledges it.

About

Topo GPS

Transform your device into a powerful GPS with detailed topographic maps for offline use. Plan, record, and follow routes for various outdoor activities. Access detailed maps and route management features without needing an expensive dedicated device.

Highlights
  • Detailed topographic maps
  • Offline map access
  • Route recording and planning
  • Waypoint management
  • Support for multiple coordinate systems
  • GPX and KML file import/export
Features
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Makes from your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and/or Macbook a complete GPS device with detailed topographic maps. Viewed maps will be stored on your device so that Topo GPS can also be used offline. Why should you buy an expensive GPS device if you can install Topo GPS? Topo GPS contains all functions of a regular GPS device for less money, has a much more detailed map, and is more convenient to operate. The accuracy of the position determination is in favorable conditions about 5 m. Ideal for walking, hiking, cycling, mountain biking, sailing, horse-riding, geocaching, scouting, trail running and other outdoor activities. Also suited for outdoor professionals. - Map * To use Topo GPS you need to buy a map. * Official topographic maps of many countries, including Great Britain (OS Explorer), New Zealand and Australia are available as in-app purchase. * Topographic maps are very detailed maps, include height contours and are very suited for outdoor activities. * All maps of a certain region can be made offline accessible using the map download screen. * Easy switching between maps. - Routes * Recording routes, with pause and restart possibility. * Planning routes via route points. * Generating routes * Editing routes * Synchronization with your other devices via iCloud. * Searching routes with filters. * Routes can be organized into folders. - Waypoints * Easy adding by pressing long on map. * Adding waypoints through address or coordinates. * Sharing waypoints. * Editing waypoints. - Layers Layers contain information that can be added to and removed from the map. * Long distance bicycle routes * Mountainbike routes - Coordinates * Easy entering coordinates * Scanning coordinates * Supported coordinate systems: WGS84 decimal, WGS84 degree minutes (seconds), UTM, MGRS, and other country specific coordinate systems. * Coordinates grid layers - Intuitive interface * Clear menu with most important functions. * Different dashboard panels with distance, time, speed, altitude and coordinates. * Clear manual at www.topo-gps.com - Supported file formats: * gpx, kml/kmz, geojson (all also zip compressed), WFS, csv If you are recording a route, the GPS will run in the background. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Rdzl, the company behind Topo GPS, does not obtain in any way the position of the user of Topo GPS. Rdzl does also not obtain the routes recorded by the user, and save the routes planned by the user, unless the route is shared with Topo GPS. We sell our product, not our user data. Privacy policy: https://www.topo-gps.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://www.topo-gps.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Azimuth Maps3 screens
Topo GPS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Topo GPS at 70% against Azimuth Maps's 26%. Topo GPS also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Azimuth Maps's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Topo GPS sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $18.49 per year. Azimuth Maps asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Topo GPS holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo GPS has 476 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Azimuth Maps's written reviews are positive against 70% of Topo GPS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Azimuth Maps ships an update monthly, Topo GPS every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Azimuth Maps versus Topo GPS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAzimuth MapsTopo GPS
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.5 (476 ratings) — better
Positive reviews26.3% of reviews69.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1476 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAgeo Softrdzl

Customer experience

Azimuth Maps

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive26.3%
Neutral13.2%
Negative60.5%

Topo GPS

All ratings463 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews402 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral7.5%
Negative22.9%

Bugs and requests

Azimuth Maps

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Topo GPS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Purchased maps disappearing after updates
  • Inability to restore previous purchases on new devices
  • Crashes and freezes when using the app

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add elevation data to topo maps
  • Improve route planning and navigation features
  • Provide more detailed trail/path data
  • Add CarPlay and Apple Watch support
  • Improve map download and caching performance

In-app purchases

None

Azimuth Maps

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Topo GPS

Subscriptions1
  • France topographic 1 year7 Days trial$18.491 Year
One-time9
  • 64 km² of Great Britain$0.99
  • United States - Aerial imagery$0.99
  • United States topographic map$2.99
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  • Topographic map of Spain$3.99
  • Topographic map New Zealand$3.99
  • Topographic map of Norway$3.99
  • Topographic map of Sweden$3.99
  • Topographic map of Germany$3.99
  • OpenStreetMap world coverage$4.99

Questions

Is Azimuth Maps free?
Azimuth Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Topo GPS free?
Topo GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Azimuth Maps or Topo GPS?
Topo GPS is rated higher. Azimuth Maps averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Topo GPS averages 4.5 from 476 ratings.
Do Azimuth Maps or Topo GPS have ads?
Azimuth Maps shows ads; Topo GPS does not.
Which is updated more often, Azimuth Maps or Topo GPS?
Azimuth Maps ships an update monthly, and Topo GPS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Azimuth Maps was updated on November 1, 2026 and Topo GPS on November 1, 2026.

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