# Topo Maps+ vs Augview Compass

The clearest difference is price: Topo Maps+ at Free against Augview Compass's $12.00. Topo Maps+ also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). Augview Compass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Topo Maps+ is free to download; Augview Compass costs $12.00 up front. Topo Maps+ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. Augview Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.

Topo Maps+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Topo Maps+ has 9.4K ratings behind it against 2, 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 50% of Augview Compass's.

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, Augview Compass every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | Augview Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $12.00 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews)** | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augview-compass/id6736889126/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **62.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 11 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [Augview Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/715330904) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

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

**Currently charting:** #62 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


### Augview Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/augview-compass/id6736889126)

This app provides a highly accurate compass with features like deviation error correction, map navigation, and augmented reality views. It utilizes sensor fusion and filtering algorithms to ensure reliable direction finding in all device orientations.

**Highlights:** Compass Deviation Error measurement & correction, Map navigation compass, Augmented Reality compass, Map marker tracking, Works in all orientations, Sensor fusion for accuracy

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is Augview Compass free?

Augview Compass costs $12.00, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Topo Maps+ or Augview Compass?

Topo Maps+ is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Augview Compass averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Topo Maps+ or Augview Compass have ads?

Neither Topo Maps+ nor Augview Compass shows ads.

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

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Augview Compass every 11 months. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on October 19, 2026 and Augview Compass on October 15, 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.*