# Topo Maps+ vs Mapio.

The clearest difference is ads: Topo Maps+ at none against Mapio.'s shown. Topo Maps+ also leads on chart position (#98 vs unranked). Mapio.'s advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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 Mapio. sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 2 weeks, Mapio. every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 15, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Topo Maps+ | Mapio. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topo-maps-plus-topographic-maps/id672246353/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **9.5K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Best chart rank | **#98** | — |
| Size | 239 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Glacier Peak Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672246356) | [Nicolas Ahumada](https://appshunter.io/developer/6784477736) |

## What reviewers say

### Topo Maps+

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

**Currently charting:** #98 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan and navigate backcountry adventures with detailed topographic maps and GPS tools. Access offline maps, record tracks, set waypoints, and share your location with teams. Offers advanced features for various outdoor activities.

**Highlights:** Offline map downloads, GPS tracking and recording, Waypoint creation and management, Live location sharing, Customizable map overlays, Route building tools, Apple Watch 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


### Mapio.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapio/id6784477734)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mapio Pro Mensual | $0.99 | per month |
| Mapio Pro Anual | $7.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Topo Maps+ free?

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

### Is Mapio. free?

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

### Do Topo Maps+ or Mapio. have ads?

Mapio. shows ads; Topo Maps+ does not.

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

Topo Maps+ ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mapio. every 5 days. Most recently, Topo Maps+ was updated on November 15, 2026 and Mapio. on November 13, 2026.

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