# Topo Maps+ vs ArkenMap

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Topo Maps+ at 9.4K against ArkenMap's 2. Topo Maps+ also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 50%) and chart position (#69 vs unranked). ArkenMap's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 ArkenMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ArkenMap 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Topo Maps+'s written reviews are positive against 50% of ArkenMap's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, ArkenMap weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | ArkenMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arkenmap/id6761448474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **62.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#69** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [ALEXANDER THOMAS ROBINSON](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888963467) |

## 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


### ArkenMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arkenmap/id6761448474)

This app transforms georeferenced PDF maps into interactive navigation tools. View your real-time location directly on imported maps, even offline. It's designed for privacy, keeping your data local.

**Highlights:** Import georeferenced PDF maps, View real-time GPS location on map, Offline map functionality, Pan and zoom map gestures, Local data storage for privacy, Supports trail, forestry, and planning maps

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited PDF Maps | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is ArkenMap free?

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

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

ArkenMap is rated higher. Topo Maps+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while ArkenMap averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Neither Topo Maps+ nor ArkenMap shows ads.

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

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and ArkenMap weekly. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on October 19, 2026 and ArkenMap on October 18, 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.*