Topo GPS vs Payload
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Detailed topographic maps
- Offline map access
- Route recording and planning
- Waypoint management
- Support for multiple coordinate systems
- GPX and KML file import/export
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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
Payload
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Plan your next cycling adventure with Payload the trip planner built for riders. Whether you're mapping a weekend gravel ride, planning a multi-day bikepacking route, or exploring new mountain bike trails, Payload gives you the tools to plan smarter and ride better. SMART ROUTE PLANNING Draw routes on an interactive map Automatic bike-friendly routing for road, gravel, and MTB Add waypoints and points of interest Export routes to GPX for your bike computer ELEVATION INSIGHTS Detailed elevation profiles for every route See total climbing and descent at a glance Gradient visualiSation to prepare for the hard parts TERRAIN BREAKDOWN (Pro) Understand what surfaces your route covers Road, gravel, trail percentages Plan the right bike for the ride TRIP ORGANISATION Save unlimited trips with Pro Share routes with friends Access your trips from any device PRO FEATURES Unlimited trips Full route statistics Detailed elevation profiles Terrain breakdown analysis Start planning your next adventure today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Payload at none against Topo GPS's 22. Payload also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Topo GPS's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. Topo GPS sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $18.49 per year. Payload asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Topo GPS | Payload |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (476 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 69.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 476 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | rdzl | ALEXANDER C WEINER |
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
Payload
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Topo GPS
- France topographic 1 year7 Days trial$18.491 Year
- 64 km² of France$0.99
- 64 km² of Great Britain$0.99
- United States - Aerial imagery$0.99
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- 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
Payload
No in-app purchases









