# Topo Maps+ vs TrailMap

The clearest difference is rating: Topo Maps+ at 4.7 against TrailMap's 3.3. Topo Maps+ also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 30%) and ratings volume (9.4K vs 9). TrailMap's advantage is iOS requirement (10.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Topo Maps+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months and TrailMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Topo Maps+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Topo Maps+'s written reviews are positive against 30% of TrailMap's.

Topo Maps+ ships an update fortnightly, TrailMap every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | TrailMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews)** | [3.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailmap-custom-map-overlays/id1324922532/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **62.1% of reviews** | 30.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 240 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **10.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [Jack Sheridan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434634194) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

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

**Currently charting:** #83 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


### TrailMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trailmap-custom-map-overlays/id1324922532)

Overlay custom images onto real-world maps for reference. Pin your location to find trails, hidden spots, or even your next class. Offers a scalable and rotatable map experience.

**Highlights:** Custom image overlays, Scalable and rotatable maps, Live 'Blue Dot' location, Reference for trails and locations, Use for classes or exploration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TrailMap Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is TrailMap free?

TrailMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Topo Maps+ is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while TrailMap averages 3.3 from 9 ratings.

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

Neither Topo Maps+ nor TrailMap shows ads.

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

Topo Maps+ ships an update fortnightly, and TrailMap every 2 months. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on November 6, 2026 and TrailMap 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.*