# MapPath Pro vs 3D Offline Maps

The clearest difference is price: 3D Offline Maps at Free against MapPath Pro's $1.99. 3D Offline Maps also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (651 vs 4). MapPath Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and chart position (#93 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

3D Offline Maps is free to download; MapPath Pro costs $1.99 up front. 3D Offline Maps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. MapPath Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

3D Offline Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Offline Maps has 651 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of MapPath Pro's written reviews are positive against 80% of 3D Offline Maps's.

MapPath Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, 3D Offline Maps every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapPath Pro | 3D Offline Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mappath-pro/id510764571/reviews) | **[4.6 (651 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-offline-maps-gps-tracker/id1629505231/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **651** |
| Positive reviews | 77.3% of reviews | **80.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | — |
| Size | 7 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Julien Rozé](https://appshunter.io/developer/326272897) | [SERGEI BEZDENEZHNYKH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519570418) |

## What reviewers say

### MapPath Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mappath-pro/id510764571)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Record your trips with live speed, altitude, and pace. Measure distances, areas, and perimeters by placing pins on the map. Supports multiple track and measure displays, with import/export options.

**Highlights:** Record trips with live speed and altitude, Measure distances, areas, and perimeters, Display multiple tracks and measures, Import/export tracks and measures, Supports various map types, Live Activities and Widgets

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### 3D Offline Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-offline-maps-gps-tracker/id1629505231)

Explore the world with detailed 2D and 3D offline maps. Record GPS tracks, save routes, and import/export GPX files for seamless navigation on any adventure, even without an internet signal. Plan your journeys, mark points of interest, and share your travels with friends.

**Highlights:** Detailed 2D and 3D offline maps, GPS track recording, Route planning, GPX/KML/KMZ import/export, Waypoint creation and management, Offline map downloads with unlimited storage, Step counter

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Annual Sale | $12.99 | per year |
| Matching to road | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent 3D mapping technology
- 👍 Clear and colorful visualization
- 🧭 Effective offline navigation
- 🔄 Map rotation capability for trail viewing
- ⛰️ Great for hiking and outdoor activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🐛 3D offline maps turn black and become grainy
- 🗺️ Trails not clearly marked or visible
- 🏷️ Roads not identified or labeled
- ⏱️ Slow rendering and zoom performance

**Reported bugs**

- 3D offline maps display black and grainy visuals
- Maps require zooming out and back in to clear display
- GPX file download compatibility issues
- Background tracking does not work

**Requested features**

- CarPlay support integration
- Map selection icon on main page
- Current/real-time satellite imagery
- Map gradients relative to pitch
- Background tracking functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapPath Pro free?

MapPath Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 3D Offline Maps free?

3D Offline Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapPath Pro or 3D Offline Maps?

3D Offline Maps is rated higher. MapPath Pro averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while 3D Offline Maps averages 4.6 from 651 ratings.

### Do MapPath Pro or 3D Offline Maps have ads?

Neither MapPath Pro nor 3D Offline Maps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MapPath Pro or 3D Offline Maps?

MapPath Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, and 3D Offline Maps every 6 days. Most recently, MapPath Pro was updated on October 30, 2026 and 3D Offline Maps on October 30, 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.*