# Simple TOPO vs 3D Offline Maps

The clearest difference is update cadence: 3D Offline Maps at weekly against Simple TOPO's every 51 months. 3D Offline Maps also leads on ratings volume (647 vs 1). Simple TOPO's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple TOPO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and 3D Offline Maps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple TOPO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Offline Maps has 647 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Simple TOPO's written reviews are positive against 80% of 3D Offline Maps's.

Simple TOPO ships an update every 51 months, 3D Offline Maps weekly. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple TOPO | 3D Offline Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-topo/id548525328/reviews)** | [4.6 (647 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-offline-maps-gps-tracker/id1629505231/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **647** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 80.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 51 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Red Sky Engineering, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/333176422) | [SERGEI BEZDENEZHNYKH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519570418) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple TOPO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-topo/id548525328)

This app provides offline outdoor navigation with detailed topographic maps and route planning. It allows users to track their location, share itineraries, and find friends, ensuring safety and ease of use in remote areas.

**Highlights:** High-resolution USGS 24k Topographic charts, Easy Waypoint and Route creation, Buddy-tracking feature, Itinerary sharing for safety, Offline chart viewing, Real-time track recording, Point of Interest database

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Simple Topo - 12 Month | $29.99 | per year |


### 3D Offline Maps

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

Navigate and explore the world with detailed 2D and 3D offline maps. Record GPS tracks, save routes, and import/export GPX files. Plan adventures, mark points of interest, and share data, even without an internet signal.

**Highlights:** Offline 2D and 3D maps, GPS track recording, Route planning, GPX import/export, Unlimited offline map storage, Multiple map types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Month | $1.99 | per month |
| 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 Simple TOPO free?

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

### Is 3D Offline Maps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simple TOPO or 3D Offline Maps?

Simple TOPO is rated higher. Simple TOPO averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while 3D Offline Maps averages 4.6 from 647 ratings.

### Do Simple TOPO or 3D Offline Maps have ads?

Neither Simple TOPO nor 3D Offline Maps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple TOPO or 3D Offline Maps?

Simple TOPO ships an update every 51 months, and 3D Offline Maps weekly. Most recently, Simple TOPO was updated on October 22, 2026 and 3D Offline Maps on October 22, 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.*