# GPS & Maps vs GSI Map++

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GPS & Maps at 63% against GSI Map++'s 43%. GPS & Maps also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS & Maps sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and GSI Map++ sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, GSI Map++ every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS & Maps | GSI Map++ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-and-maps-location-tracker/id477998011/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kraus und Karnath GbR 2Kit Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/477998014) | [AOBO Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/310846199) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS & Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-and-maps-location-tracker/id477998011)

This app provides precise location tracking, altitude, and speed measurements for various outdoor activities. Save and display waypoints on a map, utilize a compass, and access different map data sources. An integrated flashlight aids in low-light conditions.

**Highlights:** Precise GPS tracking, Altitude and speed logging, Waypoint saving and display, Integrated compass, Multiple coordinate formats, Map widgets, Flashlight functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Compass | $0.99 | one-time |
| Map Widgets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Open Street Map | $0.99 | one-time |
| Google Maps | $0.99 | one-time |
| POI / Waypoints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Editon | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clear and precise
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Streamlined GPS app
- 💡 Excellent tracking service
- 🚀 Accurate and reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not display full screen on iPad
- 🐛 Compass is not working
- 💰 Features held behind paywall
- 🐛 Waypoints are inaccurate
- 🐛 Compass is over 90 degrees out

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Waypoints drop in wrong location
- Compass not working
- Coordinates are inaccurate

**Requested features**

- Ability to draw lines between waypoints
- Ability to add notes to waypoints
- Ability to add photos to waypoints
- Dark mode option
- Ability to enter coordinates manually


### GSI Map++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gsi-map-plus-plus/id994054184)

This app displays maps from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan, offering various map types and measurement tools. It allows integration with Apple Maps or Google Maps for directions and provides location details with memo and photo options.

**Highlights:** Display GSI maps, Integrate with Apple/Google Maps, Switch to OpenStreetMap, Measure distance and area, Display location and elevation, Add location bookmarks, Save tile data locally

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 広告の削除（6ヶ月間） | $2.99 | one-time |
| 広告の削除（１年間） | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS & Maps free?

GPS & Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GSI Map++ free?

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

### Do GPS & Maps or GSI Map++ have ads?

Both GPS & Maps and GSI Map++ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, GPS & Maps or GSI Map++?

GPS & Maps ships an update monthly, and GSI Map++ every 6 weeks. Most recently, GPS & Maps was updated on October 20, 2026 and GSI Map++ on October 15, 2026.

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