# Google Maps vs GPS Coordinates Converter App

The clearest difference is rating: Google Maps at 4.7 against GPS Coordinates Converter App's 4.0. Google Maps also leads on ratings volume (7.4M vs 1.7K) and update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). GPS Coordinates Converter App's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (71% vs 44%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Maps sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month and GPS Coordinates Converter App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 71% of GPS Coordinates Converter App's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, GPS Coordinates Converter App monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | GPS Coordinates Converter App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [4.0 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-coordinates-converter-app/id1462873099/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | 43.5% of reviews | **70.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 469 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Monocubed, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616163698) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #22 Top Free (US App Store)

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS navigation, Live traffic data, Public transport updates, Business and place discovery, Street View and Immersive View, Offline maps, User reviews and photos

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| Google AI Pro (2 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 10 TB | $49.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| 20 TB | $99.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| Google AI Ultra (30 TB) | $249.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 Helpful for travel and exploration
- 💡 Useful for delivery drivers
- 👍 Reliable traffic information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable directions
- 🔄 Constant rerouting without user consent
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated maps
- 🚧 Dangerous routing suggestions
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save/access favorite locations
- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Incorrect address/location detection
- Voice navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Option to avoid tolls or specify vehicle type
- Ability to manually edit/update maps
- Better integration with public transit
- Improved offline functionality
- More customization options for routes


### GPS Coordinates Converter App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-coordinates-converter-app/id1462873099)

Easily convert geographic coordinates between various systems like UTM, MGRS, and different Latitude/Longitude formats. Save and share your important locations with others. Unlock advanced features for unlimited use and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Convert between UPS/UTM, MGRS, Decimal Degrees, D°M'S", D°M', Save and recall frequently used coordinates, Share coordinates via messaging and social apps, Unlimited pin save (with IAP), Unlimited GPS conversions (with IAP), Ad-free experience (with IAP)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| GPS Coordinates Pro | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and accurate conversions
- 💡 Helpful for various use cases (search and rescue, oil rigs, etc.)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 📝 Forced reviews to continue using the app
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy (requests for camera and microphone access)

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty entering coordinates manually
- Map not showing location in some cases
- Inconsistent behavior when saving locations

**Requested features**

- Add ability to save and name locations
- Improve map functionality (e.g., allow panning, place markers)
- Provide more coordinate format conversion options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is GPS Coordinates Converter App free?

GPS Coordinates Converter App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Maps or GPS Coordinates Converter App?

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while GPS Coordinates Converter App averages 4.0 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Google Maps or GPS Coordinates Converter App have ads?

Google Maps shows ads; GPS Coordinates Converter App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Google Maps or GPS Coordinates Converter App?

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and GPS Coordinates Converter App monthly. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on September 24, 2026 and GPS Coordinates Converter App on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*