Comparison

Topo Maps 2 vs Crisis Path

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

Head to head
About

Topo Maps 2

Access detailed topographic maps and satellite imagery for the US and Canada, usable offline. Record and share tracks, plan routes with 2D/3D visualization, and view geolocated photos. Offers hybrid map modes and offline search capabilities.

Highlights
  • Offline topographic maps
  • 2D and 3D map views
  • Track recording and sharing
  • Route planning and visualization
  • Hybrid map mode
  • Offline search
  • Geolocated photo display
Features
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Topographic maps and satellite imagery for the United States and Canada from the US Geological Survey, US Forest Service and Natural Resources Canada in 2D and 3D. No network connection needed once maps are installed. Record your track, and share GPX files with other apps and devices. Hybrid map mode combines topo with imagery. Panorama mode shows silhouette of what's visible from anywhere on the map. Draw routes on the map; plot graphs of speed and altitude. "Fly" along routes in 3D. Offline search. Show your geolocated photos on the map. If you have our original Topo Maps or Topo Maps for iPad app installed, its maps will be shared with this app. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Crisis Path

This app provides AI-powered guidance and tools for emergency preparedness and response. It helps users create personalized crisis plans, share real-time location, and communicate securely with contacts during emergencies.

Highlights
  • AI crisis assistant for step-by-step guidance
  • Quick crisis plan creation
  • Instant emergency contact alerts
  • One-tap location sharing
  • Customizable evacuation routes
  • Secure in-app messaging
Features
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Crisis Path is your all-in-one crisis preparedness and response app designed to keep you and your loved ones safe when it matters most. Whether you're at home, traveling, or on the move, Crisis Path helps you plan, communicate, and respond effectively in any emergency. Key Features: - AI Guide: Get instant, interactive hands-free guidance from an AI crisis assistant to help you navigate any emergency situation step-by-step. - Build Your Crisis Plan in Under 15 Minutes: Create a personalized crisis management plan through a quick, interactive, hands-free process. The AI Guide walks you through it effortlessly. - Quick Alerts: Instantly notify your emergency contacts with "I'm Safe" or "I Need Help" messages. - One-Tap Location Sharing: Share your current location instantly when needed. - Evacuation Planning: Build and share custom evacuation routes for your home, travel, or work. - Secure Messaging: Stay connected with family, friends, or team members through encrypted, in-app communication. - Share & Coordinate: Easily share your crisis plans and check-ins with loved ones or colleagues. Crisis Path empowers you to prepare confidently, respond effectively, and protect what matters most — no matter where life takes you. —————————————— Subscriptions Crisis Path offers auto-renewable subscriptions to unlock advanced features: - Core Plan — $4.99/month or $39.99/year (about $3.33/month) - Advanced Plan — $19.99/month or $199.99/year Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the displayed price. You can manage and cancel your subscription anytime in iOS Settings → Apple Account → Subscriptions. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://crisispath.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://crisispath.com/terms Need help? Contact support@crisispath.com

Screenshots

Topo Maps 24 screens
Crisis Path4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Crisis Path at 5.0 against Topo Maps 2's 4.2. Crisis Path also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). Topo Maps 2's advantage is ratings volume (39 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Maps 2 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year and Crisis Path sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Crisis Path holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps 2 has 39 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Topo Maps 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Crisis Path weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Topo Maps 2 versus Crisis Path: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTopo Maps 2Crisis Path
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (39 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings39 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size223 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMappendix LimitedCrisis Path LLC

Customer experience

Topo Maps 2

All ratings35 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative62.5%

Crisis Path

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Topo Maps 2

Subscriptions1
  • Detailed Maps - 1 year3 Days trial$4.991 Year
3 purchases

Crisis Path

Subscriptions3
  • Core Plan — Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Advance Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Advance Yearly14 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Topo Maps 2 free?
Topo Maps 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crisis Path free?
Crisis Path is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Topo Maps 2 or Crisis Path?
Crisis Path is rated higher. Topo Maps 2 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Crisis Path averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Topo Maps 2 or Crisis Path have ads?
Neither Topo Maps 2 nor Crisis Path shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Topo Maps 2 or Crisis Path?
Topo Maps 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Crisis Path weekly. Most recently, Topo Maps 2 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Crisis Path on October 12, 2026.

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