Comparison

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS vs CCW Map

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

Head to head
About

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS

This navigation app offers a vast library of high-quality maps for outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling. Plan routes, track your progress in real-time, and mark points of interest. Offline map management ensures you stay on course without an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Extensive map library (USGS, IGN, SwissTopo, World)
  • Route planning and saving
  • Real-time track following
  • Precise marker placement
  • Polygon area calculation
  • Offline map management
Features
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Discover CartoExplorer, the mapping app designed to accompany you on all your outdoor adventures. Wherever you are, thanks to its wide range of maps (USGS, Europe, worldwide), and whatever your activity (hiking, skiing, cycling…), from planning on your computer to tracking your progress on your mobile, CartoExplorer will quickly become your trusted partner in the field. Easy to use, CartoExplorer is a complete application that adapts to your needs. Explore the world with a rich variety of maps. CartoExplorer provides direct access to a vast library of high-quality base maps tailored for all your exploration and geographic analysis needs: - USGS Maps (United States): Navigate the vast territories of the U.S. with topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). - IGN Maps (France): Benefit from the precision and detail of the National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information’s maps. Please note that access to certain IGN maps (IGN Maps, Topo25, and OACI) requires a specific subscription. - SwissTopo Maps (Switzerland): Discover the legendary accuracy of Swiss Federal Office of Topography’s maps. - IGN Maps (Spain): Explore the Iberian Peninsula with topographic maps from Spain’s National Geographic Institute (IGN). - World Maps: Travel across the globe with the power of OpenStreetMap and a wide variety of specialized base layers built on its data. among many others. CartoExplorer doesn’t just offer exceptional maps. It also provides a suite of intuitive and powerful tools to plan, record, and analyze your activities in the field: - Create and save tracks: Plan your routes easily directly on the map. Draw paths freehand or follow existing trails. Record your GPS movements in real time, view your track on the map, and monitor key data. Export and share your tracks in GPX format for use on other devices and platforms. - Follow tracks in real time: Import GPX tracks or select a created route and let CartoExplorer guide you. View your current position on the track and get real-time updates on remaining distance and estimated arrival time. - Place precise markers: Mark important points of interest on your map — summits, springs, viewpoints, campsites, incidents, and more. Customize markers with colors, names, icons, and descriptions. View GPS coordinates and easily share them with other users. - Define areas with polygons: Outline specific zones on the map by drawing polygons. Automatically calculate their surface area. Useful for identifying search zones, delimiting plots, or planning operations in targeted territories. - Manage your offline maps: Never let a lack of internet connection limit your explorations. CartoExplorer offers simple yet powerful offline management: automatic caching of viewed maps and precise offline downloads where you select the exact region you want to store locally. Some of these features (sharing, tracking, offline mode, etc.) are not available in the free version of the app. Unlock the full potential of CartoExplorer with our Premium subscription (€19.99/year) or Duo subscription (€29.99/year).

About

CCW Map

This app helps responsible gun owners understand concealed carry laws by crowdsourcing information on friendly and restricted zones. It features an interactive map with color-coded pins and detailed restriction tags, working offline for convenience. Users can contribute and update locations to help the community stay informed about local regulations.

Highlights
  • Interactive map with color-coded pins
  • Offline-first design
  • Detailed restriction tags
  • Community-driven data updates
  • US boundary coverage
  • Precise location tracking
Features
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CCW Map helps responsible gun owners navigate concealed carry laws by crowdsourcing information about CCW-friendly and restricted zones. Features: - Interactive map with color-coded pins (green=allowed, yellow=uncertain, red=restricted) - Offline-first design - works without internet connection - Detailed restriction tags (federal property, schools, airports, etc.) - Community-driven data - contribute and update locations - US boundary coverage with precise location tracking Whether you're traveling, commuting, or exploring new areas, CCW Map provides essential information to help you stay compliant with local regulations. Privacy & Security: - Secure authentication with email verification - Data synchronized across devices - Your contributions help the community stay informed Note: This app provides user-contributed information and should not be considered legal advice. Always verify local laws and regulations.

Screenshots

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS4 screens
CCW Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CCW Map at none against CartoExplorer | maps | GPS's 4. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CartoExplorer | maps | GPS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year. CCW Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS ships an update monthly, CCW Map every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CartoExplorer | maps | GPS versus CCW Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCartoExplorer | maps | GPSCCW Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLucas MillerKybernetic Labs

Customer experience

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CCW Map

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CartoExplorer | maps | GPS

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$17.991 Year
  • Premium + IGN$24.991 Year
  • Duo$24.991 Year
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  • Duo + IGN$34.991 Year
None

CCW Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CartoExplorer | maps | GPS free?
CartoExplorer | maps | GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CCW Map free?
CCW Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CartoExplorer | maps | GPS or CCW Map have ads?
Neither CartoExplorer | maps | GPS nor CCW Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CartoExplorer | maps | GPS or CCW Map?
CartoExplorer | maps | GPS ships an update monthly, and CCW Map every 3 weeks. Most recently, CartoExplorer | maps | GPS was updated on November 8, 2026 and CCW Map on October 31, 2026.

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