# Measure Map Pro vs Alertplates

The clearest difference is rating: Alertplates at 5.0 against Measure Map Pro's 4.6. Alertplates also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 78%). Measure Map Pro's advantage is ratings volume (841 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Measure Map Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Alertplates sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Alertplates holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measure Map Pro has 841 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Measure Map Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of Alertplates's.

Measure Map Pro ships an update every 2 months, Alertplates monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Measure Map Pro | Alertplates |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (841 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map-pro/id443823801/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **841** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 77.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 240 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Blue Blink One, SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/407049426) | [Alertplates LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/719680350) |

## What reviewers say

### Measure Map Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map-pro/id443823801)

Precisely measure distances, perimeters, and areas on satellite maps using your mobile device. Calculate dimensions for various projects, from small plots to large fields, and share your findings. Offers advanced features for accurate field work and planning.

**Highlights:** Measure distances, perimeters, and areas, Utilize satellite imagery for measurements, Calculate surface areas and dimensions, Support for multiple units of length and surface, Export data in various formats (KMZ, KML, CSV, DXF, SHP, GPX), Attach pictures to points, Create inner polygons as 'holes'

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boost !!! to Regular version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Extra Maps Package | $28.99 | one-time |
| Boost !!! to Pro version | $30.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate measurements
- 🚀 Saves time and money
- 👍 Helpful for various industries
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Outdated maps
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Expensive pro version

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to select/edit all drawn lines
- Unreliable undo/redo history
- Deletion/movement issues for non-pin objects
- Zooming issues causing white screen
- Persistent GPS location circle

**Requested features**

- Ability to draw with finger
- Offline caching of high-res satellite imagery
- Layers and grouping for drawn shapes
- Elevation data integration
- Kilometer post markers for routes


### Alertplates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947)

This app allows vehicle owners to receive anonymous alerts about potential issues with their parked cars, such as suspicious individuals or damage. Users can also share brief, time-limited alerts for specific areas to enhance community safety.

**Highlights:** Anonymous license plate alerts, Suspicious person notifications, Damage or tampering alerts, Opt-in plate registration, Area-based alert notifications, 12-hour area alert map

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Measure Map Pro free?

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

### Is Alertplates free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Measure Map Pro or Alertplates?

Alertplates is rated higher. Measure Map Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 841 ratings, while Alertplates averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Measure Map Pro or Alertplates have ads?

Neither Measure Map Pro nor Alertplates shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Measure Map Pro or Alertplates?

Measure Map Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Alertplates monthly. Most recently, Measure Map Pro was updated on September 25, 2026 and Alertplates on May 17, 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.*