Comparison

SW Maps vs Mapit GIS

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

Head to head
About

SW Maps

This app allows users to collect, present, and share geographic information. It supports recording points, lines, polygons, and associated data like photos and audio. High-accuracy GPS surveys are possible with external receivers, and data can be shared in various standard formats.

Highlights
  • Collect points, lines, and polygons
  • Attach custom attributes (text, photo, audio, video)
  • High-accuracy GPS surveys with external receivers
  • Offline map support
  • Export data in multiple formats (Shapefile, GeoPackage, CSV)
  • Create and share project templates
Features
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SW Maps is a free GIS and mobile mapping app for collecting, presenting and sharing geographic information. Whether you are conducting a full scale GNSS survey with high precision instruments, need to collect large amount of location based data using nothing but your phone, or just need to view a few shapefiles with labels over a background map on the go, SW Maps has it all covered. Record points, lines, polygons and even photos and have them displayed over your choice of background map, and attach custom attribute data to any feature. Attribute types include text, numbers, an option from a predefined set of choices, photos, audio clips and videos. Conduct high accuracy GPS surveys using external RTK capable receivers over Bluetooth LE. Draw features on the map by adding markers, and measure distance and area. Reuse the layers and attributes of a previous project for another survey, or create templates and share them with other users. Share the collected data with other users as Geopackages, KMZ or shapefiles, or export them to your device storage. Also share and export recorded data as Spreadsheets or CSV files. All data is recorded and exported in the standard WGS84 Geographic coordinate system (EPSG:4326). Features -Online Base maps: Apple Maps or Open Street Map -Support for multiple mbtiles and KML overlays -Shapefile and Geopackage layers, with attribute categorized styling. View shapefiles in any coordinate system supported by the PROJ.4 library. -Add multiple online WMTS, TMS, XYZ or WMS layers and cache tiles for offline use. -Connect to external GPS receivers using Bluetooth for high accuracy surveying using RTK with built-in NTRIP client. Also record data from external receiver for post processing. -Define multiple number of feature layers, each with a set of custom attributes Feature Types: Point, Line, Polygon Attribute Types:Text, Numeric, Drop down Options, Photos, Audio, Video Save as Template for re-use or sharing -Record GPS tracks, with distance measurement -Label features based on attribute values. -Import feature layers from templates or existing projects. -Share or export collected data as KMZ (with embedded photographs) , shapefiles, GeoJSON, Geopackage (GPKG), XLS/ODS spreadsheets or csv files. -Share templates or projects with other users -Supports use of GTX geoid files. To use custom geoids, prepare a GTX file with offsets in meters from WGS84. This product is made in Nepal and is FREE (no Ads). If you find this useful, please let your friends know that you have used a product from Nepal. Spare sometime to visit this wonderful country and know the Nepali people.

About

Mapit GIS

This app provides professional-grade spatial data capture and management for field professionals. It allows users to create and collect points, lines, and polygons with custom attributes and export data in various formats. Optional subscriptions unlock advanced features like offline maps and high-precision positioning.

Highlights
  • GeoPackage native project management
  • Capture points, lines, and polygons
  • Customizable data collection forms
  • GeoJSON, Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, DXF export/import
  • Offline MBTiles basemaps
  • External GNSS receiver support
  • NTRIP RTK corrections
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Trusted by GIS professionals for field data collection. Mapit GIS brings professional-grade spatial data capture to iPhone and iPad, designed for surveyors, environmental consultants, foresters, and anyone who works with spatial data in the field. Download for free and start mapping immediately. Optional paid subscriptions unlock additional features as described below. FREE FEATURES (included with download, no purchase required): - GeoPackage Native: Manage your data through GeoPackage projects (.gpkg) for seamless data sharing with desktop GIS applications like QGIS or ArcGIS. - Capture Points, Lines, and Polygons - Create vector features directly on the map using GPS or manual placement - Support for complex multi-part geometries. Free tier includes 1 project - 3 layers, and 20 features per layer. - Custom Attributes with Forms Design data collection forms with dropdowns, multi-select lists, dates, and barcode scanners. Customise your workflow for each project. - GeoJSON Export and Import Export and import data in GeoJSON format. - Professional Styling Customise feature colours, sizes, and labels. Apply styles based on the attribute values. PRO SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - Unlimited Projects, Layers, and Features Remove all limits on projects, layers, and features per layer. - Full Format Export and Import Export and import in Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, and DXF formats in addition to GeoJSON. - Offline Maps Add MBTiles offline basemaps for fieldwork in areas without connectivity. - Online Map Services Connect to WMS, WFS, WMTS, and XYZ tile services for custom basemaps and reference layers. - GPS Track Recording Automatically capture vertices while walking for line and polygon surveys. - External GNSS Receivers Connect to external GNSS receivers via TCP/IP or Bluetooth LE for high-precision positioning. View HDOP, VDOP, PDOP, fix type, and satellite constellation data. Compatible with RTK-corrected coordinate streams. Bluetooth Classic is currently supported for EOS Positioning (Arrow series) and Juniper Systems devices (Geode, Spire). - Position Averaging Improve point accuracy by averaging multiple GPS readings for survey-grade results. - Feature and Place Search Search within your GeoPackage data and find places on the map. PRO+ SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Pro+ includes all Pro features plus the following. Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - NTRIP RTK Corrections Connect to NTRIP casters to receive real-time RTK corrections for centimetre-accurate positioning. Browse and select mountpoints sorted by distance, monitor RTCM data streams, and send GGA position feedback. RTCM corrections are forwarded to your connected GNSS receiver via TCP or Bluetooth LE. Compatible with services such as rtk2go.com and commercial NTRIP providers. IDEAL FOR: - Environmental Surveys & Ecology - Forestry Planning & Woodland Management - Agriculture & Soil Surveys - Land Surveying & Site Surveys - Tree Surveys & Arboriculture - Construction & Infrastructure - Utilities & Asset Management SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Mapit GIS Pro and Pro+ are available as monthly or annual auto-renewable subscriptions. Prices are displayed in your local currency on the subscription page. Pro subscribers can upgrade to Pro+ at any time with prorated pricing. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://mapitgis.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://mapitgis.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

SW Maps4 screens
Mapit GIS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mapit GIS at 100% against SW Maps's 30%. Mapit GIS also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). SW Maps's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (25 vs 1). On price, ads and device support 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. Mapit GIS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. SW Maps asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mapit GIS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SW Maps has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of SW Maps's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mapit GIS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SW Maps ships an update every 2 months, Mapit GIS weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 8, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SW Maps versus Mapit GIS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSW MapsMapit GIS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (25 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAviyaan TechAndrzej Bieniek

Customer experience

SW Maps

All ratings25 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral35.0%
Negative35.0%

Mapit GIS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SW Maps

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Mapit GIS

Subscriptions4
  • Pro14 Days trial$12.001 Month
  • Pro+14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$119.991 Year
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  • Pro+ Annual14 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is SW Maps free?
SW Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mapit GIS free?
Mapit GIS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SW Maps or Mapit GIS?
Mapit GIS is rated higher. SW Maps averages 3.8 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Mapit GIS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SW Maps or Mapit GIS have ads?
Neither SW Maps nor Mapit GIS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SW Maps or Mapit GIS?
SW Maps ships an update every 2 months, and Mapit GIS weekly. Most recently, SW Maps was updated on August 8, 2026 and Mapit GIS on September 21, 2026.

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