# Topo Maps+ vs NomadIQ

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NomadIQ at 100% against Topo Maps+'s 62%. NomadIQ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Topo Maps+'s advantage is ratings volume (9.4K vs 17) and chart position (#69 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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 NomadIQ sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NomadIQ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 17, 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 100% of NomadIQ's.

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, NomadIQ every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | NomadIQ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews) | **[5.0 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nomadiq/id6457021216/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#69** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [NomadIQ, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1700734621) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

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

**Currently charting:** #69 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


### NomadIQ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nomadiq/id6457021216)

Navigate your world with custom map layers sourced from geospatial experts. Discover curated content for diverse needs, from outdoor adventures to urban living. Tailor your map experience to suit your journey.

**Highlights:** Curated map layers, Geospatial content, Customizable map experience, Offline navigation support, Subscription-based layers

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USGS Terrain Hillshade | $0.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Water Cover | $1.99 | per year |
| 3-7 Days Wildfire and Drought | $1.99 | per year |
| USA Impervious Surface | $1.99 | per year |
| USA Trails | $1.99 | per year |
| NCLD Land Cover | $1.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Tree Cover | $1.99 | per year |
| terraPulse US Public Land | $1.99 | per year |
| USDA Cropland Data Layer 2021 | $1.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Elevation (meters) | $1.99 | per year |
| USA Flood Hazard Areas | $1.99 | per year |
| LandScan Global | $1.99 | per year |
| USA Flooding Frequency | $1.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Biomass | $2.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Wildfire Hazard | $2.99 | per year |
| terraPulse Mule Deer Habitat | $2.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is NomadIQ free?

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

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

NomadIQ is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while NomadIQ averages 5.0 from 17 ratings.

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

Neither Topo Maps+ nor NomadIQ shows ads.

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

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and NomadIQ every 5 weeks. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on October 26, 2026 and NomadIQ on October 24, 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.*