# Topo Maps+ vs Topo Maps US

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Topo Maps US at none against Topo Maps+'s 10. Topo Maps US also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 62%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Topo Maps+'s advantage is ratings volume (9.4K vs 215) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Topo Maps+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. Topo Maps US asks for nothing beyond the download.

Topo Maps+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 215, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Topo Maps+'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Topo Maps US's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Topo Maps+ ships an update fortnightly, Topo Maps US every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | Topo Maps US |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews)** | [4.4 (215 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-us/id1033846196/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 215 |
| Positive reviews | 62.1% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#103** | — |
| Size | 240 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [DC Cloud Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/353416960) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353)

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

**Highlights:** Offline topographic maps, Smart route building, Waypoints and proximity alerts, Land boundary overlays, Track recording, Apple Watch and CarPlay integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Pro: 3 Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Topo Maps+ Essentials | $29.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Topo Maps+ Elite | $79.99 | per year |
| 3 Month Map Pass | $11.99 | one-time |
| 6 Month Map Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 12 Month Map Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3 Months PRO | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months PRO | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate offline maps
- 📍 Reliable GPS tracking
- 🗺️ Variety of map options
- 🔍 Detailed trail information
- ⛰️ Useful for backcountry navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow map downloads
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 🔒 Paywall for many features
- 🗺️ Limited map coverage outside US
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during map downloads
- GPS tracking issues in certain areas
- Waypoint data loss after app updates

**Requested features**

- Improved route planning tools
- Ability to import/export user data
- Enhanced offline map caching
- More detailed map legends
- Integration with other outdoor apps


### Topo Maps US

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-us/id1033846196)

Access and download detailed topographic maps of the United States for offline use. Track your location, mark waypoints, and record your routes for outdoor activities. Navigate with direction arrows and measure distances on the map.

**Highlights:** Download US topographic maps, Offline map viewing, GPS location tracking, Add and import waypoints (flags), Import and share GPX/LOC files, Record and share trails, Elevation profile charts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
- 📱 Works completely offline with downloaded maps
- 💰 Free app with no subscriptions or ads
- 🗺️ High-quality USGS topographic maps
- 📍 Accurate GPS location tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 White/gray blocks appearing on offline maps
- 🔋 High battery drain during route recording
- ❌ Limited color options for flags (only red)
- ⚠️ Route recording stops unexpectedly
- 🔍 No search functionality for trails/landmarks

**Reported bugs**

- White and gray blocks appearing on downloaded offline maps
- Route recording stops unexpectedly mid-hike
- High battery drain during route tracking
- GPX file import issues in iOS 13+
- Map display issues near borders

**Requested features**

- Pause/resume tracking during hikes
- Search feature for trails and landmarks
- Apple Watch app support
- CarPlay integration
- Slope shading visualization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

Topo Maps+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Topo Maps US free?

Topo Maps US is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Topo Maps+ or Topo Maps US?

Topo Maps+ is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Topo Maps US averages 4.4 from 215 ratings.

### Do Topo Maps+ or Topo Maps US have ads?

Neither Topo Maps+ nor Topo Maps US shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Topo Maps+ or Topo Maps US?

Topo Maps+ ships an update fortnightly, and Topo Maps US every 2 months. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on November 9, 2026 and Topo Maps US on November 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*