# Digger's Map vs MineAR

The clearest difference is rating: MineAR at 5.0 against Digger's Map's 4.6. Digger's Map's advantage is ratings volume (507 vs 5) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Digger's Map sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and MineAR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MineAR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digger's Map has 507 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Digger's Map ships an update every 2 months, MineAR every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digger's Map | MineAR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (507 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diggers-map-find-minerals/id556478719/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minear-augmented-reality-map/id1412905489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **507** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 77.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 122 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Slava Barouline](https://appshunter.io/developer/359783175) | [Map Life, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1108578270) |

## What reviewers say

### Digger's Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diggers-map-find-minerals/id556478719)

Discover locations of gold, silver, gemstones, and other minerals with a vast global database. This tool provides detailed information and powerful search capabilities for enthusiasts and prospectors.

**Highlights:** Global mineral database, 300,000+ locations, 60+ minerals listed, Offline database access, Location search and filtering, Add to Favorites

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stone Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tungsten Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bismuth Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Digger's Map Ad Free | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quartz Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pyrite Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coal Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Copper Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Iron Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beryllium Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limestone Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Titanium Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Manganese Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marble Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Granite Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Zirconium Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lithium Dataset | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Dataset | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gemstones Dataset | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Useful for finding mineral locations
- 👍 Informative and detailed
- 🗺️ Helpful for research and planning
- 💻 Easy to use interface
- 🔍 Accurate data on mines and deposits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🌐 Limited coverage in certain regions
- 💰 Some features require paid subscription
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated location data in some areas
- 🔍 Lacking comprehensive mineral/gem information

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Disappearing map icons or data
- Errors when trying to access mine details

**Requested features**

- Add more mineral and gem types
- Improve map functionality with layers and filters
- Allow users to add their own location data
- Provide more detailed information on mine access and ownership
- Integrate with other outdoor/exploration apps


### MineAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minear-augmented-reality-map/id1412905489)

Visualize your subsurface GIS data in 3D augmented reality directly in the field. Overlay your data with terrain and geography to identify obstructions, compare topography, and discover new exploration targets. Works offline and includes a NearMe service for points of interest.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality data visualization, Overlay subsurface data with terrain, Identify drilling obstructions, Offline functionality, NearMe service for points of interest, Import CSV and GEOJSON data, Data styling and organization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digger's Map free?

Digger's Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MineAR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Digger's Map or MineAR?

MineAR is rated higher. Digger's Map averages 4.6 out of 5 from 507 ratings, while MineAR averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Digger's Map or MineAR have ads?

Neither Digger's Map nor MineAR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Digger's Map or MineAR?

Digger's Map ships an update every 2 months, and MineAR every 3 months. Most recently, Digger's Map was updated on October 21, 2026 and MineAR on October 10, 2026.

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