# GeoExpert vs Globe Earth 3D

The clearest difference is ads: GeoExpert at none against Globe Earth 3D's shown. GeoExpert also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Globe Earth 3D's advantage is ratings volume (177 vs 14) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GeoExpert sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Globe Earth 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GeoExpert holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Globe Earth 3D has 177 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 77% and 78% positive.

GeoExpert ships an update every 2 months, Globe Earth 3D every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GeoExpert | Globe Earth 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoexpert-learn-geography/id519549026/reviews)** | [4.3 (177 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globe-earth-3d/id579503178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **177** |
| Positive reviews | 77.3% of reviews | **77.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 147 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sierra Chica Software SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/492684294) | [Chien-Yuan Chen](https://appshunter.io/developer/579503181) |

## What reviewers say

### GeoExpert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoexpert-learn-geography/id519549026)

This educational quiz game helps you master world geography by teaching you to locate countries, capitals, and flags on interactive maps. Explore natural features and monuments, then test your knowledge in engaging trivia modes. It's a fun, portable atlas for learning and review.

**Highlights:** Locate countries and capitals on world maps, Learn country flags, Study natural features like rivers and mountains, Explore world monuments and wonders, Interactive quiz modes, Detailed country information (area, population), Specific maps for various countries/regions

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netherlands | $0.99 | one-time |
| World Political Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| World Physical Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| United States | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sweden | $4.99 | one-time |
| France | $4.99 | one-time |
| Italy | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canada | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mexico | $4.99 | one-time |
| Complete Collection | $14.99 | one-time |


### Globe Earth 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globe-earth-3d/id579503178)

Explore a 3D globe with detailed country information, realistic flags, and national anthems. Interactive gesture controls allow for easy navigation, zooming, and linking to Wikipedia for deeper learning. Customize your experience with personal anthems.

**Highlights:** 3D globe with gesture controls, Realistic country flags, National anthems playback, World time zone map, Wikipedia integration, Offline browsing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock 2nd name, remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GeoExpert free?

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

### Is Globe Earth 3D free?

Globe Earth 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GeoExpert or Globe Earth 3D?

GeoExpert is rated higher. GeoExpert averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Globe Earth 3D averages 4.3 from 177 ratings.

### Do GeoExpert or Globe Earth 3D have ads?

Globe Earth 3D shows ads; GeoExpert does not.

### Which is updated more often, GeoExpert or Globe Earth 3D?

GeoExpert ships an update every 2 months, and Globe Earth 3D every 4 months. Most recently, GeoExpert was updated on November 6, 2026 and Globe Earth 3D on November 1, 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.*