TopoRec vs MapTools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TopoRec
Explore historical and modern maps with this powerful viewer. Discover locations, record tracks, edit areas, and import/export data. Ideal for historians, archaeologists, and outdoor enthusiasts.
- View historical and modern online maps
- Capture and edit points, areas, and tracks
- Import and export data (GPX compatible)
- Filter maps by type and scale
- Create custom lines and areas
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TopoRec – The powerful map viewer for historical & modern maps Explore the world through maps! TopoRec gives you access to both historical and current map data. Discover locations, collect position data, edit areas, record tracks, and export or import your data – all in one app. Perfect for: • Historians & archaeologists • Metal detector enthusiasts • Map lovers & outdoor explorers • History buffs with a curiosity for the past Features at a glance: • View online maps (historical & modern) • Capture & edit points, areas, and tracks • Import & export data (incl. GPX) • Filter maps by type and scale • Create your own lines and areas • Internet connection required Free use with time limitation: All features can be used free and without restrictions for a short time. After approx. 2 minutes per session, a Premium subscription is required to continue without limitations. TopoRec Premium – Your benefits: • Unlimited access to all features • Exclusive extras & new updates • Priority support Subscription info: The annual subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off at any time in the account settings. Legal information: • End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://toporec.com/privacy_policy/datenschutzerklaerung.html Rediscover maps – with TopoRec!
MapTools
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MapTools is your affordable GPS tracking and measurement tool. The app also allows you to view all your device's GPS data as well as data from several other sensors (barometer, magnetic compass, weather data, etc.). Record the routes of all your activities (hiking, running, skiing, etc.), view your route live on the map, and obtain numerous details about your routes, such as distance, elevation, average speed, split times, and much more. Thanks to a simple and intuitive interface, create distance or area measurements by adding points on the map or by drawing your measurements with your fingertip. All your tracking and measurement data are synchronized across all your iOS devices via iCloud. # Trip Recording features: - Record your trip in the background (device in sleep mode or while using other apps) - View your track on the map - View graphs of your speed, altitude, vertical speed, and weather data - Record multi-stage routes (by restarting the recording on a different day or in a different location) - Track your position and orientation on the map - View split times - Access a wealth of detailed trip information such as the number of recorded positions, average speed, elevation gain, and much more... - Choose the color of your path - Cut segments of your tracks # Measurement features: - Calculate distances, areas and radius/circumference by simply adding points on the map - Create measurements by drawing on the map with your fingertip or a stylus # GPS and sensor features: - Access a wealth of data from your device's GPS: coordinates, altitude, speed, heading, accuracy - Access barometer data and the device's magnetic heading (if equipped) - Access weather data for your current location (internet connection required) # Data Import and Export: - Import and export your trip in GPX format - Import and export your measurements in KML format # Available options: - Choose your units of measurement - Select your preferred map type (Google) - Activate dark mode and choose the main color of the app Please note: continued use of GPS running in the background can significantly decrease battery life.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TopoRec at Free against MapTools's $0.99. TopoRec also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). MapTools's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
TopoRec is free to download; MapTools costs $0.99 up front. TopoRec sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $17.99 per year. MapTools asks for nothing beyond the download.
TopoRec ships an update every 9 days, MapTools every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | TopoRec | MapTools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 90.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Enrico Hoffmann | Julien Rozé |
In-app purchases
TopoRec
- Premium3 Days trial$17.991 Year
MapTools
No in-app purchases








