# Topo Maps+ vs Forest Maps 2

Topo Maps+ and Forest Maps 2 both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 78% of Forest Maps 2's written reviews are positive against 62% of Topo Maps+'s. Forest Maps 2 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). Topo Maps+'s advantage is ratings volume (9.4K vs 594) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Topo Maps+ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months and Forest Maps 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Topo Maps+ against 4.7 for Forest Maps 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 594, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Topo Maps+'s written reviews are positive against 78% of Forest Maps 2's.

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, Forest Maps 2 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | Forest Maps 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews)** | [4.7 (594 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-maps-2/id1261518983/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 594 |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews | **78.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#70** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [Kinnaman Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/679806187) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

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

**Currently charting:** #70 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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| 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+ Elite: 3 Months | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| 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


### Forest Maps 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-maps-2/id1261518983)

Access detailed maps of all U.S. National Forests on your mobile device. Save favorite locations and synchronize them across devices. Offline map downloads and track recording are available with a Pro upgrade.

**Highlights:** U.S. Forest Service maps, Continuous map view, Favorite spot markers, iCloud synchronization, Offline map downloads, GPS location tracking, Track recording and export

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent maps
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💯 Reliable and accurate
- 🗺️ Detailed topographical maps
- 📥 Ability to download entire forest maps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezing
- 🗺️ Maps can be outdated in some areas
- 💰 Paid upgrade required for full functionality
- 📍 Difficulty in dropping precise pins or markers

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility issues with iOS 13
- Tracking feature not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to import/export waypoints and locations
- Integration with other navigation apps
- Overlays for MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map) data
- Browser version for route planning
- More customization options for pins and markers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is Forest Maps 2 free?

Forest Maps 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Topo Maps+ or Forest Maps 2?

Topo Maps+ is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Forest Maps 2 averages 4.7 from 594 ratings.

### Do Topo Maps+ or Forest Maps 2 have ads?

Neither Topo Maps+ nor Forest Maps 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Topo Maps+ or Forest Maps 2?

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Forest Maps 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on October 26, 2026 and Forest Maps 2 on October 21, 2026.

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