Comparison

MyMap vs Open Maps

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

Head to head
About

MyMap

Easily save and manage locations on a map, attaching unlimited photos and details. Organize places by category, set custom marker colors, and share with others. Access your data across devices with cloud backup.

Highlights
  • Register locations with text and photos
  • Register locations from search results
  • Route search to registered locations
  • Categorize location information
  • Set custom marker colors
  • Cloud data saving
  • Share locations with others
Features
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Easily register and manage location information on a map with this map app. Use it to record "restaurants," "travel destinations," "business clients," "memorable places," and more. You can attach an unlimited number of photos to each location! ------------------------------------------------ Features of My Map ------------------------------------------------ 1. Easy Registration of Location Information! You can attach detailed text and photos to the registered locations. To register, simply long-press on the desired location on the map. Keep important information and memories with texts and photos! 2. Register Locations from Searches! Search for locations using free text, and register them directly. If the place is a store, the store's website URL and phone number will be automatically registered. Temporarily register any store you like! This way, you can easily access the website or make a call anytime. 3. Route Search to Locations! Search for routes from registered locations. You can select the starting point from your current location or another registered location. Never get lost on your way to your destination again! 4. Categorize Location Information Categories can be freely added. You can toggle the display of location information by category. Even as you register more locations, you can temporarily hide categories you don't need to see. 5. Freely Set the Color of Location Markers You can set colors for markers by category. Even as you add more locations, it's clear at a glance on the map what type of locations they are! 6. Save Data on the Cloud By registering an account and logging in, you can save your data in the cloud. This allows for seamless continued use, even when changing devices. 7. Share Registered Locations with Family, Friends, and Colleagues Sharing can be set by category. You can choose between "view only" and "editable" for sharing. Share travel plans and memories with your family! Share customer information with your colleagues! ------------------------------------------------ User Feedback ------------------------------------------------ Female in her 20s: "I use it to register restaurants I want to visit!" Male in his 40s: "I've registered all my valued customers." Male in his 30s: "I use it to keep travel memories." ------------------------------------------------ Frequently Asked Questions ------------------------------------------------ Q. My map is cluttered because I've registered too many locations. A. You can categorize location information and choose whether to display each category on the map. Use this feature to toggle the display of relevant categories as needed. Q. Is there a limit to the number of photos I can attach? A. There's no limit to the number of photos you can attach. Feel free to add as many as you like! Q. I want to know how to get to a registered location. A. Use the route search feature from the location information dialog. You can search for routes from your current location or another registered location. More features are coming soon. Please enjoy using My Map! Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/maidi-tu-privacy-policy/45bf0659-caf5-4ed7-9b59-4e88a6d8d032/privacy

About

Open Maps

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Open Maps for Everyone – Your Ultimate Collaborative Mapping Tool Discover a new way to explore, create, and share maps with Open Maps for Everyone. Designed for travelers, explorers, and community builders, our innovative app transforms the way you view locations and share experiences—all in one intuitive platform. Key Features: Custom Map Creation: Create public maps for the world to see, keep private maps just for you, or build member-only maps for a trusted circle. Tailor your maps to your lifestyle with flexible privacy settings. Versatile Drawing Tools: Draw more than just markers—add circles, polygons, and polylines to illustrate routes, zones, and areas of interest. Express your creativity and highlight the details that matter most. Enhanced Marker Functionality: Attach images, website links, and phone numbers directly to markers. With a simple tap, instantly open a website or place a call, making your maps not only informative but also interactive. Advanced Tagging & Search: Organize markers using multiple tags to easily filter and find exactly what you need. Utilize both address and keyword searches to quickly locate specific markers on your map. Personalized Marker Decoration: Customize markers with selectable background colors and choose from over 1,600 icons to visually represent your favorite locations. Highlight your best spots with favorite icons and rate them using a 5-star system. Seamless Navigation Integration: With one-tap functionality, launch third-party map apps directly from a marker for a smooth transition to turn-by-turn navigation and further exploration. Collaborative Mapping: Invite family, friends, or colleagues to co-edit your maps with varying permission levels—administrator, editor, or viewer. Build rich, shared maps that evolve with community input. Global Community Maps: Explore a vast collection of public maps created by users from around the world. Get inspired, find new places, and contribute your own discoveries to the global map community. Experience the freedom to create and explore with a tool that’s as dynamic as your adventures. Download Open Maps for Everyone now and start mapping your world in a fun, collaborative way! Terms of Use https://www.knecht.co/guidelines/terms-of-service Privacy Policy https://www.knecht.co/guidelines/privacy-policy

Screenshots

MyMap4 screens
Open Maps4 screens

Verdict

The call

MyMap and Open Maps are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. MyMap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Open Maps sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MyMap versus Open Maps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyMapOpen Maps
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB93 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKAZUNORI WAKAMATSUKnecht, Inc.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

MyMap

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Markers (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Unlimited Markers (Yearly)$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlimited Markers (Lifetime)$34.99
  • Premium Plan (Gift)$34.99
5 purchases

Open Maps

Subscriptions5
  • Basic (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Pro (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Pro (Monthly)$11.991 Month
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  • Pro (Annual)$99.991 Year
  • Pro (Annual)$119.991 Year

Questions

Is MyMap free?
MyMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Open Maps free?
Open Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MyMap or Open Maps have ads?
Neither MyMap nor Open Maps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyMap or Open Maps?
MyMap ships an update every 4 days, and Open Maps every 4 days. Most recently, MyMap was updated on November 11, 2026 and Open Maps on November 8, 2026.

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