Comparison

Topo GPS vs Terra Map

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

Head to head
About

Topo GPS

This app transforms your device into a comprehensive GPS with detailed topographic maps for offline use. Plan, record, and follow routes with various layers and coordinate systems, ideal for outdoor adventures.

Highlights
  • Detailed topographic maps
  • Offline map access
  • Route recording and planning
  • Waypoint management
  • Multiple coordinate systems
  • GPX/KML/GeoJSON file support
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

Terra Map

Navigate the outdoors with detailed worldwide maps, offline access, and route sharing. Track your adventures, view elevation profiles, and stay connected with a community of explorers. Optimized for extended use and battery efficiency.

Highlights
  • Offline worldwide maps
  • Route and marker sharing
  • Elevation and speed profiles
  • Geo-referenced photos
  • Optimized battery usage
  • Live community sharing
Features
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Enjoy every adventure safely with the best technology for outdoor navigation. Developed with the help of experienced hikers and bikers, Terra Map can meet all your needs. ►► FEATURES: • Optimized for use on both iPhone and iPad • Incredibly accurate and easy-to-read worldwide maps • Maps download for offline usage • Weather forecasts for any point on the map (Terra Map PRO users only) • Live Sharing-Terra Map community • Satellite imagery • Icons and text customization for better map readability • Easy sharing for markers and routes in various formats • Geo-referenced photos • Optimized battery usage for up to 14 hours of continuous track recording • Ability to store an unlimited amount of data by activating PRO mode via inApp purchase • Elevation and speed profile ► MAPS Terra Map allows you to download maps of the entire world for free with contour lines, trails, shelters and everything you need for your next hike. Once downloaded, the maps can be used even without an internet connection. ► LOADING AND SHARING MARKERS AND ROUTES You can easily export and import tracks and markers created with Terra Map or with other third-party applications/navigators. Manage any route available on the internet or shared by a friend (GPX or KMZ formats). ► WEATHER FORECASTS Select any point on the map in the world and get the weather forecast for the next 7 days (only for Terra Map PRO users). ► ELEVATION AND SPEED Elevation profile and speed graphs will be available for each recorded track. ► OPTIMIZED BATTERY USAGE Designed to work for an entire day, Terra Map also includes a battery monitoring system that, in case of active recording, will automatically stop the track to prevent the device from running out of power. NOTE: The effective battery duration depends by the battery condition, by the temperature and the device usage. ► LIVE SHARING Enable Live Sharing to share your data with the Terra Map community and see all active users around you. You can chat with them and send (and receive) your markers/tracks without leaving the app. ► TYPE OF PURCHASES Subscription: Payment will be made through your account (Apple ID). The annual subscription will be automatically renewed unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the expiration date. The user can manage their subscription and turn off automatic renewal in the account Settings section after purchase. Unlimited: You can download and update maps forever. Terra Map is available in a free version with some limitations. Terms and conditions: https://www.terramap.app/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.terramap.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Topo GPS4 screens
Terra Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Topo GPS at 5 against Terra Map's 3. Terra Map's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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 10 one-off in-app purchases and Terra Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Topo GPS against 4.6 for Terra Map. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 478 and 541 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Topo GPS's written reviews are positive against 74% of Terra Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Topo GPS versus Terra Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTopo GPSTerra Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (478 ratings)4.6 (541 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews73.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings478541 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB189 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperrdzlGEC s.r.l.

Customer experience

Topo GPS

All ratings478 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews402 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral7.5%
Negative22.9%

Terra Map

All ratings540 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral4.1%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive73.8%
Neutral7.1%
Negative19.0%

User reviews

Topo GPS

From 478 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent multi-country map system
  • 👍 Best routes for outdoorsy travelers
  • 👍 Brilliant app for navigation and route planning
  • 👍 Excellent for off-road and adventure riding
  • 👍 Fantastic for planning and sharing hiking routes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Offline download issues with TLS errors
  • 🐛 Incorrect location search results
  • 💰 Paid maps disappear after purchase
  • 💰 Expensive for full map coverage
  • 🤔 Unintuitive user interface and route planning

Terra Map

From 541 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🗺️ Excellent offline map functionality
  • 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Fast map download speeds
  • 💰 Great value for money (affordable pricing)
  • 📍 Accurate GPS tracking and route recording

Room to improve

  • 📏 Mileage/distance tracking is inaccurate
  • 🐛 Map download bugs and incomplete downloads
  • 💳 Purchase restoration issues after app updates
  • 🗺️ Outdated maps in some regions (Canada)
  • ⚠️ Map accuracy issues in certain areas

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

Terra Map

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Mileage tracking significantly inaccurate
  • Map tiles fail to download or download incompletely
  • Download counter goes backwards during tile downloads
  • Cannot restore previous purchases after updates
  • Saved routes and downloads deleted unexpectedly
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  • Satellite imagery slider not functioning
  • Track recording stops registering without notification
  • Maps display as plain white after download
  • App opens to 0000:0000 coordinates instead of last position
  • Login/email confirmation not received for pro accounts
  • Map accuracy issues with colorful map option
  • Slow map loading performance on some devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Satellite imagery offline download capability
  • Improved route planning that considers existing trails
  • Ability to input geographic coordinates for navigation
  • Distance calculation that follows paths with multiple segments
  • Enhanced waypoint icon options
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  • More map layer choices

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Topo GPS

One-time10
  • 64 km² of Great Britain$0.99
  • United States - Aerial imagery$0.99
  • Hiking node network$2.99
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  • United States topographic map$2.99
  • 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
  • OpenStreetMap world coverage$4.99
2 purchases

Terra Map

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Version$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Version$19.99

Questions

Is Topo GPS free?
Topo GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Terra Map free?
Terra Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Topo GPS or Terra Map?
Terra Map is rated higher. Topo GPS averages 4.5 out of 5 from 478 ratings, while Terra Map averages 4.6 from 541 ratings.
Do Topo GPS or Terra Map have ads?
Neither Topo GPS nor Terra Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Topo GPS or Terra Map?
Topo GPS ships an update every 3 weeks, and Terra Map every 3 weeks. Most recently, Topo GPS was updated on November 10, 2026 and Terra Map on November 11, 2026.

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