MapRoku vs MapDraw
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MapRoku
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【MapRoku – Draw, Measure, Record on the Map】 MapRoku is a map drawing and measurement app tailored to your lifestyle. Intuitive Drawing Tools Easily draw routes and areas on the map by switching between free drawing mode and point-to-point drawing mode. Instant Measurement Function Accurately calculates the distance and area of the drawn routes. Data Management and Sharing Saved routes are managed in GeoJSON format, allowing you to review, edit, and share them later. The history function also lets you easily browse past records. Multilingual Support Available in Japanese, English, and Simplified Chinese. Its intuitive operation and beautiful design provide a comfortable experience for users both domestically and internationally. With MapRoku, your travel records and outdoor activities become more enjoyable and efficient. Take the first step toward new discoveries and record keeping!
MapDraw
Measure distances by drawing lines on a map. Ideal for planning routes or any situation requiring precise measurements.
- Draw lines on map
- Measure distances
- Route planning
- No tracking
- No third-party libraries
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MapDraw lets you draw lines directly on a map to measure distances quickly and accurately. I created it as a simple tool for planning and exploring routes without the overhead of complex navigation apps. Whether you’re scouting a new running route, planning a walk, or just curious about distances between points, it gives you a straightforward way to measure what’s on the map. Draw your route, and instantly see the total distance update as you go. No tracking, no accounts, and no third-party libraries. It does exactly what it says—and stays out of your way while doing it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MapRoku at every 4 days against MapDraw's every 6 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MapRoku ships an update every 4 days, MapDraw every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | MapRoku | MapDraw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.3 (4 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 16 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | YUUSUKE HARASAWA | Erik Terwan |
In-app purchases
MapRoku
No in-app purchases
MapDraw
No in-app purchases









