# iMaps+ for Google Maps vs MapFactor Navigator

The clearest difference is rating: MapFactor Navigator at 4.7 against iMaps+ for Google Maps's 3.2. MapFactor Navigator also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (57% vs 39%). iMaps+ for Google Maps's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#187 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iMaps+ for Google Maps sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and MapFactor Navigator sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MapFactor Navigator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 769 and 837 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of iMaps+ for Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 57% of MapFactor Navigator's.

iMaps+ for Google Maps ships an update every 2 months, MapFactor Navigator every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMaps+ for Google Maps | MapFactor Navigator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (769 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imaps-plus-for-google-maps/id585801479/reviews) | **[4.7 (837 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapfactor-navigator-gps-maps/id1249314050/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 769 | **837** |
| Positive reviews | 38.9% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#187** | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apptility Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/504179274) | [MapFactor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249314049) |

## What reviewers say

### iMaps+ for Google Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imaps-plus-for-google-maps/id585801479)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Access detailed maps, directions, and street view for navigation. Discover nearby places, book hotels, and utilize offline map caching for travel. Record journeys and receive location-based notifications.

**Highlights:** Search by address or text, Radar search for nearby places, Street View access, Offline map caching, Step-by-step directions, Location-based notifications, Journey recording

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| 3-Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Route Tracker / Trip Recorder | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🚀 Excellent mapping
- 🚀 Wonderful app
- 🚀 Fantastic app
- 🚀 Best mapping app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Doesn't work properly
- 🐛 Unreliable directions
- 🔒 Subscription required
- 🔒 Deceptive free trial

**Reported bugs**

- Search functionality not working
- Directions routing to wrong locations
- Inability to clear search bar
- Outdated map data in some areas
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add ability to backup/export bookmarks
- Improve search functionality
- Enhance public transit directions
- Add option to permanently set preferred map view
- Improve integration with Apple Watch


### MapFactor Navigator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapfactor-navigator-gps-maps/id1249314050)

Navigate over 200 countries offline with turn-by-turn voice guidance, speed limit alerts, and camera warnings. Plan door-to-door routes for various transport modes and customize your navigation experience with favorite places and route avoidance.

**Highlights:** Offline maps for 200+ countries, Turn-by-turn voice navigation, Speed limit and camera warnings, Door-to-door route planning, Multiple routing modes (car, bus, bike), Points of Interest (POI), 2D/3D map display

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

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium: Remote Commands | $0.99 | per year |
| America | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium: Head-Up Display | $2.99 | per year |
| Premium: No Ads | $2.99 | per year |
| America | $3.49 | per 3 months |
| Searching Online: 1 Year | $3.49 | per year |
| Premium: Alternative Routes | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium: Mega Pack | $6.99 | per year |
| America | $8.49 | per year |
| Latin America | $12.99 | per year |
| Middle East | $12.99 | per year |
| North America & Mexico | $12.99 | per year |
| South Asia | $12.99 | per year |
| Europe | $12.99 | per year |
| North and East Asia | $12.99 | per year |
| TomTom Africa | $12.99 | per year |
| Truck: North America & Mexico | $34.99 | per year |
| Truck: South Asia | $34.99 | per year |
| Truck: North and East Asia | $34.99 | per year |
| Truck: Latin America | $34.99 | per year |
| Donate | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium: Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| All Premium Features | $6.99 | one-time |
| North America and Mexico | $20.99 | one-time |
| North America and Mexico | $25.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Colorful app
- 🚀 Great offline navigation
- 🚀 Excellent mapping and GPS
- 👍 Good app overall
- 👍 Reliable and flawless system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't let you open GPX files
- 🐛 Clunky and slow on iPhone
- 🐛 Unintelligible instructions
- 🐛 Archaic address search
- 🐛 Can't save addresses or favorites

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work after map download
- Can't set home address properly
- Doesn't recognize many addresses
- Continuous map download loop
- Doesn't allow entry of street numbers

**Requested features**

- Ability to export/import favorites
- Larger house numbers on maps
- Show all favorites on the map
- Prefill favorite name when editing
- Better voice navigation and street announcements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMaps+ for Google Maps free?

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

### Is MapFactor Navigator free?

MapFactor Navigator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iMaps+ for Google Maps or MapFactor Navigator?

MapFactor Navigator is rated higher. iMaps+ for Google Maps averages 3.2 out of 5 from 769 ratings, while MapFactor Navigator averages 4.7 from 837 ratings.

### Do iMaps+ for Google Maps or MapFactor Navigator have ads?

MapFactor Navigator shows ads; iMaps+ for Google Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, iMaps+ for Google Maps or MapFactor Navigator?

iMaps+ for Google Maps ships an update every 2 months, and MapFactor Navigator every 6 weeks. Most recently, iMaps+ for Google Maps was updated on October 20, 2026 and MapFactor Navigator on October 21, 2026.

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