Comparison

Map2Route vs MapsToGPX

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

Head to head
About

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.

About

MapsToGPX

Easily convert Google Maps routes and locations into GPX files for your GPS navigation devices. Seamlessly share links directly from Google Maps for instant conversion and export.

Highlights
  • iOS Share Extension integration
  • 1-tap Google Maps to GPX conversion
  • Automatic shortened URL resolution
  • Direct export to Beeline app
  • 100% private and secure
Features
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Turn Google Maps links into GPX files for your GPS navigator. Share a route, location pin or Google Plus Code with MapsToGPX using the iOS Share menu. Review the points, remove unwanted intermediate stops and export a GPX file or open it in a supported navigation app. POINTS OR A CALCULATED ROUTE Export the points from your link, or choose to build a route between them before exporting. Route building is useful for sports apps and GPS navigators that need a detailed route in the GPX file, rather than just a list of points. MapsToGPX calculates a new route using Google's routing service, the extracted points and the route settings available in the shared link. The original route's full path cannot be extracted from the link, so the calculated route may differ from the one shown in Google Maps. Check the result before your trip. HOW IT WORKS: 1. In Google Maps, select a route, location pin or Plus Code. 2. Tap "Share" and choose MapsToGPX. 3. Review the points and remove any unwanted intermediate stops. 4. Export the points, or enable route building for multiple points and export the calculated route. 5. Save the GPX file or open it in a supported navigation app. KEY FEATURES: • Optional route building between points before GPX export. • Export points without calculating a route. • Use the route settings available in your Google Maps link when calculating a new route. • iOS Share Extension with an expanded view for routes with multiple stops. • Inspect and remove intermediate points before exporting. • Convert Google Plus Codes into GPX waypoints for places without a street address. • Export a single location without sharing your current location. • Automatic resolution of shortened Google Maps links. • Direct handoff to supported navigation apps. • Built-in onboarding guide and multilingual interface. Prepare GPX files for motorcycle rides, cycling trips and other journeys. Import options and how a GPX file is displayed depend on your navigation app or device.

Screenshots

Map2Route3 screens
MapsToGPX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MapsToGPX at weekly against Map2Route's every 6 months. Map2Route's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Map2Route costs $0.99 and MapsToGPX $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Map2Route ships an update every 6 months, MapsToGPX weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Map2Route versus MapsToGPX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMap2RouteMapsToGPX
Price$0.99 — better$2.99
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeter ElmersViacheslav Syriaiev

In-app purchases

None

Map2Route

No in-app purchases

None

MapsToGPX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Map2Route free?
Map2Route costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MapsToGPX free?
MapsToGPX costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Map2Route or MapsToGPX have ads?
Neither Map2Route nor MapsToGPX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Map2Route or MapsToGPX?
Map2Route ships an update every 6 months, and MapsToGPX weekly. Most recently, Map2Route was updated on October 3, 2026 and MapsToGPX on October 11, 2026.

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