Comparison

Topo GPS vs C8mpass Tracking

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Topo GPS

Transform your device into a powerful GPS with detailed topographic maps for offline use. Plan, record, and follow routes for various outdoor activities. Access detailed maps and route management features without needing an expensive dedicated device.

Highlights
  • Detailed topographic maps
  • Offline map access
  • Route recording and planning
  • Waypoint management
  • Support for multiple coordinate systems
  • GPX and KML file import/export
Features
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Makes from your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and/or Macbook a complete GPS device with detailed topographic maps. Viewed maps will be stored on your device so that Topo GPS can also be used offline. Why should you buy an expensive GPS device if you can install Topo GPS? Topo GPS contains all functions of a regular GPS device for less money, has a much more detailed map, and is more convenient to operate. The accuracy of the position determination is in favorable conditions about 5 m. Ideal for walking, hiking, cycling, mountain biking, sailing, horse-riding, geocaching, scouting, trail running and other outdoor activities. Also suited for outdoor professionals. - Map * To use Topo GPS you need to buy a map. * Official topographic maps of many countries, including Great Britain (OS Explorer), New Zealand and Australia are available as in-app purchase. * Topographic maps are very detailed maps, include height contours and are very suited for outdoor activities. * All maps of a certain region can be made offline accessible using the map download screen. * Easy switching between maps. - Routes * Recording routes, with pause and restart possibility. * Planning routes via route points. * Generating routes * Editing routes * Synchronization with your other devices via iCloud. * Searching routes with filters. * Routes can be organized into folders. - Waypoints * Easy adding by pressing long on map. * Adding waypoints through address or coordinates. * Sharing waypoints. * Editing waypoints. - Layers Layers contain information that can be added to and removed from the map. * Long distance bicycle routes * Mountainbike routes - Coordinates * Easy entering coordinates * Scanning coordinates * Supported coordinate systems: WGS84 decimal, WGS84 degree minutes (seconds), UTM, MGRS, and other country specific coordinate systems. * Coordinates grid layers - Intuitive interface * Clear menu with most important functions. * Different dashboard panels with distance, time, speed, altitude and coordinates. * Clear manual at www.topo-gps.com - Supported file formats: * gpx, kml/kmz, geojson (all also zip compressed), WFS, csv If you are recording a route, the GPS will run in the background. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Rdzl, the company behind Topo GPS, does not obtain in any way the position of the user of Topo GPS. Rdzl does also not obtain the routes recorded by the user, and save the routes planned by the user, unless the route is shared with Topo GPS. We sell our product, not our user data. Privacy policy: https://www.topo-gps.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://www.topo-gps.com/terms-of-use

About

C8mpass Tracking

Features
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Track your asset's every move with ease using our innovative app! With real-time GPS signals, you'll always know where your asset is. Our app features an offline mode, so you can access information even without an internet connection. Use the ruler to measure distances, mark places, manage payments and receive push notifications for important events. Whether you're a company or a single individual, our app is the perfect solution for tracking and managing assets.

Screenshots

Topo GPS4 screens
C8mpass Tracking4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Topo GPS at every 3 weeks against C8mpass Tracking's every 2 months. Topo GPS also leads on device support (5 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Topo GPS sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $18.49 per year and C8mpass Tracking sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Topo GPS ships an update every 3 weeks, C8mpass Tracking every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Topo GPS versus C8mpass Tracking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTopo GPSC8mpass Tracking
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (463 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews
Number of ratings463 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperrdzlAskar Gabit

Bugs and requests

Topo GPS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Purchased maps disappearing after updates
  • Inability to restore previous purchases on new devices
  • Crashes and freezes when using the app

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add elevation data to topo maps
  • Improve route planning and navigation features
  • Provide more detailed trail/path data
  • Add CarPlay and Apple Watch support
  • Improve map download and caching performance

C8mpass Tracking

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Topo GPS

Subscriptions1
  • France topographic 1 year7 Days trial$18.491 Year
One-time17
  • 64 km² of France$0.99
  • 64 km² of Great Britain$0.99
  • United States - Aerial imagery$0.99
Show 14 more
  • 256 km² of Great Britain$2.99
  • Mountainbike routes layer$2.99
  • Hiking node network$2.99
  • Long distance bicycle routes$2.99
  • United States topographic map$2.99
  • Topographic map Netherlands$3.99
  • Topographic map of Spain$3.99
  • Topographic map New Zealand$3.99
  • Topographic map of Norway$3.99
  • Topographic map of Sweden$3.99
  • Topographic map of Germany$3.99
  • Topographic map of Denmark$3.99
  • OpenStreetMap world coverage$4.99
  • Switzerland 1:10.000$6.99
9 purchases

C8mpass Tracking

One-time9
  • S-1$0.99
  • S-2$1.99
  • S-3$2.99
Show 6 more
  • S-6$14.99
  • S-4$17.99
  • S-8$17.99
  • Activation$22.99
  • S-12$24.99
  • S-24$29.99

Questions

Is Topo GPS free?
Topo GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is C8mpass Tracking free?
C8mpass Tracking is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Topo GPS or C8mpass Tracking have ads?
Neither Topo GPS nor C8mpass Tracking shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Topo GPS or C8mpass Tracking?
Topo GPS ships an update every 3 weeks, and C8mpass Tracking every 2 months. Most recently, Topo GPS was updated on September 23, 2026 and C8mpass Tracking on September 17, 2026.

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