# We Maps vs Live Earth Map

The clearest difference is review sentiment: We Maps at 65% against Live Earth Map's 0%. We Maps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 17 months). Live Earth Map's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 4.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. We Maps sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Live Earth Map sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Live Earth Map holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 118 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of We Maps's written reviews are positive against 0% of Live Earth Map's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

We Maps ships an update every 2 months, Live Earth Map every 17 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | We Maps | Live Earth Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/we-maps/id566685699/reviews) | **[4.2 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-earth-map-live-camera/id1632029733/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **118** |
| Positive reviews | **64.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 17 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rage Box](https://appshunter.io/developer/360832186) | [Bhavik Savaliya](https://appshunter.io/developer/668085657) |

## What reviewers say

### We Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/we-maps/id566685699)

Explore the world with a comprehensive navigation tool. Features include auto-navigation, route creation on Google Maps, and access to the latest street view imagery. Discover locations with simple search and multiple pin functionality.

**Highlights:** Auto navigation for current location, Create routes on Google Maps, Latest Street View access, Simple search functionality, Multiple pin support, Real-time traffic data

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Good App | $0.99 | one-time |
| GPS Tracker | $2.99 | one-time |
| Best App | $2.99 | one-time |
| Thank You | $4.99 | one-time |
| Never Give Up | $9.99 | one-time |


### Live Earth Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-earth-map-live-camera/id1632029733)

Explore the world with live street and satellite views. See 3D buildings, traffic status, and find nearby places. This app offers virtual travel navigation and real-time Earth views from space.

**Highlights:** Live street view in 3D, Satellite map view, Real-time Earth view from space, Traffic status updates, Find nearby places, Virtual travel navigation, Public webcam live streams

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Live Earth Map One Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Live Earth Map HD One Year | $44.99 | per year |
| Live Earth Map Live Camera Pro | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is We Maps free?

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

### Is Live Earth Map free?

Live Earth Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, We Maps or Live Earth Map?

Live Earth Map is rated higher. We Maps averages 4.0 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Live Earth Map averages 4.2 from 118 ratings.

### Do We Maps or Live Earth Map have ads?

Live Earth Map shows ads; We Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, We Maps or Live Earth Map?

We Maps ships an update every 2 months, and Live Earth Map every 17 months. Most recently, We Maps was updated on September 23, 2026 and Live Earth Map on September 23, 2026.

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