# Simple TOPO vs Topo Maps+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple TOPO at 100% against Topo Maps+'s 62%. Simple TOPO also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). Topo Maps+'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 51 months) and ratings volume (9.4K vs 1). 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 Topo Maps+ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple TOPO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K 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 62% of Topo Maps+'s.

Simple TOPO ships an update every 51 months, Topo Maps+ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple TOPO | Topo Maps+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-topo/id548525328/reviews)** | [4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **9.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 62.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 51 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#69** |
| Size | 41 MB | 252 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Red Sky Engineering, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/333176422) | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) |

## 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 |


### Topo Maps+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353)

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic maps, Smart route building, Waypoints and proximity alerts, Land boundary overlays, Track recording, Apple Watch and CarPlay integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Pro: 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials | $29.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Elite: 3 Months | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Elite | $79.99 | per year |
| 3 Month Map Pass | $11.99 | one-time |
| 6 Month Map Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 12 Month Map Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3 Months PRO | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months PRO | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate offline maps
- 📍 Reliable GPS tracking
- 🗺️ Variety of map options
- 🔍 Detailed trail information
- ⛰️ Useful for backcountry navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow map downloads
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 🔒 Paywall for many features
- 🗺️ Limited map coverage outside US
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during map downloads
- GPS tracking issues in certain areas
- Waypoint data loss after app updates

**Requested features**

- Improved route planning tools
- Ability to import/export user data
- Enhanced offline map caching
- More detailed map legends
- Integration with other outdoor apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple TOPO free?

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

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

Topo Maps+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple TOPO or Topo Maps+?

Simple TOPO is rated higher. Simple TOPO averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 from 9.4K ratings.

### Do Simple TOPO or Topo Maps+ have ads?

Neither Simple TOPO nor Topo Maps+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple TOPO or Topo Maps+?

Simple TOPO ships an update every 51 months, and Topo Maps+ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple TOPO was updated on November 1, 2026 and Topo Maps+ 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.*