Trailmark (7.0) vs Granite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Trailmark (7.0)
Read full descriptionHide full description
Please note this version is only compatible with clients running our latest Trailmark 7.0 software. For users on earlier versions please use the legacy Trailmark app. Trailmark Mobile from Trailmark Systems - Introducing the all-in-one mobile data collection app that is transforming Indigenous land and natural resource management across Canada! Trailmark Mobile makes it fast and simple to collect field data, whether you're an interested community member or a seasoned researcher. Use it for community based monitoring, Indigenous rangers programs, field reconnaissance, ground-truthing, citizen science, land use planning, land asset management -- and more. Trailmark Mobile is easy to learn and use too. Create custom mobile data collection forms in your Trailmark web account and push them out to your iPhone or iPad. Data collectors use the app's simple interface to document traditional land use and local knowledge observations with rich, real-time data, including voice recordings, photographs, GPS tracks, and more, all in the field. Just hit the sync button to send your mobile data to your secure Trailmark web account for organization and analysis.
Granite
Explore mountains with detailed offline maps and terrain data. Track your hikes, ski tours, and climbs, and sync with your Garmin watch. Share your adventures and discover new routes from a community of mountain lovers.
- Offline 3D maps
- Terrain and topographic data
- Activity tracking (hike, ski, climb)
- Garmin watch sync
- Personal heatmap and stats
- Community trip reports
Read full descriptionHide full description
Discover Granite, the mountain app for planning, navigating, tracking, and sharing better days outside. Explore detailed maps, find new objectives, follow recent trip reports, and discover routes shaped by local guides, experts, and mountain communities. β’ Navigate Offline: Access detailed maps, terrain layers, and topographic information even when you are out of service. Download what you need before heading out and stay oriented wherever the day takes you. β’ Plan With Confidence: Check useful mountain information before you go, including avalanche forecasts, wildfire and smoke conditions, and road status where available. Draw your own routes, see distance and elevation as you go, and get time estimates for the day ahead. β’ Discover Local Routes: Explore curated routes and collections created with local guides, experienced contributors, and mountain communities. Find practical route details, seasonal information, and local knowledge from people who know the terrain. β’ Track Your Activities: Record hikes, ski tours, climbs, trail runs, rides, and more. Sync with Garmin and Strava to automatically save key stats and GPX tracks, even when your phone stays in your pack. β’ Follow Your Progress: See your mountain story grow through completed peaks, personal heatmaps, activity history, and detailed adventure stats. β’ Share What You Find: Write trip reports, share current conditions and useful insights, and discover new objectives through the experiences of other mountain people. Built in Squamish for people who love getting outside. Hike, climb, ski, and explore with Granite. Subject to Apple's standard end user license agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Trailmark (7.0) at none against Granite's 1. Trailmark (7.0) also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Granite sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $38.99 per year. Trailmark (7.0) asks for nothing beyond the download.
Trailmark (7.0) ships an update fortnightly, Granite every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Trailmark (7.0) | Granite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 72.7% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 11 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | β | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Trailmark Systems | GraniteLab |
In-app purchases
Trailmark (7.0)
No in-app purchases
Granite
- Pro14 Days trial$38.991 Year
Questions
Is Trailmark (7.0) free?
Is Granite free?
Do Trailmark (7.0) or Granite have ads?
Which is updated more often, Trailmark (7.0) or Granite?
Other comparisons















