Comparison

Map2Route vs Easy GPX Creator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

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Map2Route

Features
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The easy way to turn a Google Maps directions link into a routable GPX file! Map2Route takes as input a Google Maps direction link and outputs a GPX file which follows those directions. You can use this GPX file for routing in other apps, or on GPS tracking watches such as Garmin. It's easy to use because you can use the share function to directly send links to Map2Route.

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Easy GPX Creator

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Easy GPX Creator - Simple GPS Route Builder Create GPS routes with just a few taps. Easy GPX Creator is designed for hikers, cyclists, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts who need to plan routes and export them to GPX or KML format. INTUITIVE ROUTE CREATION Tap anywhere on the map to add points. Continue tapping to build your route. Points automatically connect to form a path. The route line appears instantly between consecutive points. No complicated menus or settings - just tap and create. POWERFUL EDITING TOOLS Edit mode lets you modify routes with precision. Tap any point to select it (green ring appears). Long press and drag points to reposition them. Delete unwanted points with one tap. Move the entire route by adjusting individual points. Exit edit mode when finished. DUAL FORMAT EXPORT Export routes to GPX (GPS Exchange Format) or KML (Keyhole Markup Language). GPX is perfect for GPS devices and fitness apps. KML works great with Google Earth and mapping applications. Choose the format that fits your needs. FLEXIBLE SHARING OPTIONS Share routes directly with other apps using iOS share sheet. Save to app folder for quick access. Choose custom folder for organized storage. Send routes to navigation apps, fitness trackers, or cloud storage. Your routes, your way. FILE IMPORT SUPPORT Import existing GPX and KML files from other apps. Open files directly from Files app or other sources. Routes appear on the map instantly. Edit imported routes just like created ones. Combine multiple routes or modify existing paths. ROUTE HISTORY All exported routes are automatically saved to history. Access previously created routes with one tap. Load any route back to the map for viewing or editing. Swipe left to delete individual routes. Clear all history when needed. Never lose your work. INTERACTIVE MAP Based on OpenStreetMap for accurate worldwide coverage. Zoom and pan with standard pinch and drag gestures. See terrain, roads, and landmarks clearly. Find the perfect path for your adventure. Smooth 60fps performance even with complex routes. CLEAN INTERFACE Distraction-free design focuses on route creation. All tools are one tap away. Clear visual feedback for every action. Light and dark theme support with automatic switching. Optimized for both iPhone and iPad. MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT Available in 11 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, Turkish, Korean, Hindi, and Russian. Interface automatically adapts to your device language. Manual language selection available in settings. PRIVACY FOCUSED All routes stay on your device. No account required. No data collection or tracking. Works completely offline after initial map load. Your routes remain private and secure. PERFECT FOR Hikers planning trail routes. Cyclists mapping bike paths. Runners creating training routes. Outdoor enthusiasts exploring new areas. Travel planners organizing trips. Anyone who needs to create GPS routes quickly and easily. REQUIREMENTS iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. Internet connection required for map tiles. Route creation and editing work offline. SUPPORT For questions, feedback, or technical support, please contact us through the app or visit our support website. We respond promptly to all inquiries. Easy GPX Creator is free to download and use. The app is supported by non-intrusive advertising that appears after the third app launch. Ads are easily dismissible and don't interfere with route creation.

Screenshots

Map2Route3 screens
Easy GPX Creator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Easy GPX Creator at Free against Map2Route's $0.99. Easy GPX Creator also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Map2Route's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Easy GPX Creator is free to download; Map2Route costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Map2Route ships an update every 6 months, Easy GPX Creator every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 2 level
Map2Route versus Easy GPX Creator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMap2RouteEasy GPX Creator
Price$0.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 11 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS18.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size23 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeter ElmersKSENIYA DEMIDOVA

In-app purchases

None

Map2Route

No in-app purchases

None

Easy GPX Creator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Map2Route free?
Map2Route costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Easy GPX Creator free?
Easy GPX Creator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Map2Route or Easy GPX Creator have ads?
Easy GPX Creator shows ads; Map2Route does not.
Which is updated more often, Map2Route or Easy GPX Creator?
Map2Route ships an update every 6 months, and Easy GPX Creator every 11 days. Most recently, Map2Route was updated on October 3, 2026 and Easy GPX Creator on October 9, 2026.

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