Comparison

Tchonic SmartPDF vs Mapit GIS

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

Head to head
About

Tchonic SmartPDF

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DGen-Smart PDF is your all-in-one PDF toolkit. Scan documents, convert images to PDF, fill and sign, merge, split, compress and protect your files in one fast, simple app. KEY FEATURES - Scan to PDF: scan documents with your camera, then crop, rotate and reorder pages - Image to PDF: turn photos into professional PDFs - Fill & Sign: add your signature, text and marks to any document - Merge & Split: combine several PDFs into one or extract the pages you need - Reorder, Delete & Duplicate Pages: organize any PDF in a few taps - Compress PDF: reduce file size while keeping quality - Lock & Unlock PDF: protect files with a password - Watermark: add custom text with adjustable opacity - Rotate & Resize PDF: fix page orientation and page size - Add Page Numbers: number your pages automatically - Text Extraction (OCR): copy text from scanned images - Convert to PDF/A: create archive-ready documents - Create PDF: write your own documents and business letters - iCloud Backup: keep your files safe and in sync PRIVACY Scanning, editing, merging, splitting, compressing and protecting files are processed on your device. DGen-Smart PDF PREMIUM Subscribe to remove ads and unlock unlimited access to all features. - Monthly auto-renewing subscription - Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings Install DGen-Smart PDF now and simplify all your PDF tasks.

About

Mapit GIS

This app provides professional-grade spatial data capture and management for field professionals. It allows users to create and collect points, lines, and polygons with custom attributes and export data in various formats. Optional subscriptions unlock advanced features like offline maps and high-precision positioning.

Highlights
  • GeoPackage native project management
  • Capture points, lines, and polygons
  • Customizable data collection forms
  • GeoJSON, Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, DXF export/import
  • Offline MBTiles basemaps
  • External GNSS receiver support
  • NTRIP RTK corrections
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Trusted by GIS professionals for field data collection. Mapit GIS brings professional-grade spatial data capture to iPhone and iPad, designed for surveyors, environmental consultants, foresters, and anyone who works with spatial data in the field. Download for free and start mapping immediately. Optional paid subscriptions unlock additional features as described below. FREE FEATURES (included with download, no purchase required): - GeoPackage Native: Manage your data through GeoPackage projects (.gpkg) for seamless data sharing with desktop GIS applications like QGIS or ArcGIS. - Capture Points, Lines, and Polygons - Create vector features directly on the map using GPS or manual placement - Support for complex multi-part geometries. Free tier includes 1 project - 3 layers, and 20 features per layer. - Custom Attributes with Forms Design data collection forms with dropdowns, multi-select lists, dates, and barcode scanners. Customise your workflow for each project. - GeoJSON Export and Import Export and import data in GeoJSON format. - Professional Styling Customise feature colours, sizes, and labels. Apply styles based on the attribute values. PRO SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - Unlimited Projects, Layers, and Features Remove all limits on projects, layers, and features per layer. - Full Format Export and Import Export and import in Shapefile, KML, GPX, CSV, and DXF formats in addition to GeoJSON. - Offline Maps Add MBTiles offline basemaps for fieldwork in areas without connectivity. - Online Map Services Connect to WMS, WFS, WMTS, and XYZ tile services for custom basemaps and reference layers. - GPS Track Recording Automatically capture vertices while walking for line and polygon surveys. - External GNSS Receivers Connect to external GNSS receivers via TCP/IP or Bluetooth LE for high-precision positioning. View HDOP, VDOP, PDOP, fix type, and satellite constellation data. Compatible with RTK-corrected coordinate streams. Bluetooth Classic is currently supported for EOS Positioning (Arrow series) and Juniper Systems devices (Geode, Spire). - Position Averaging Improve point accuracy by averaging multiple GPS readings for survey-grade results. - Feature and Place Search Search within your GeoPackage data and find places on the map. PRO+ SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES (paid subscription): Pro+ includes all Pro features plus the following. Available as an auto-renewable subscription (see price in your local currency): - NTRIP RTK Corrections Connect to NTRIP casters to receive real-time RTK corrections for centimetre-accurate positioning. Browse and select mountpoints sorted by distance, monitor RTCM data streams, and send GGA position feedback. RTCM corrections are forwarded to your connected GNSS receiver via TCP or Bluetooth LE. Compatible with services such as rtk2go.com and commercial NTRIP providers. IDEAL FOR: - Environmental Surveys & Ecology - Forestry Planning & Woodland Management - Agriculture & Soil Surveys - Land Surveying & Site Surveys - Tree Surveys & Arboriculture - Construction & Infrastructure - Utilities & Asset Management SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Mapit GIS Pro and Pro+ are available as monthly or annual auto-renewable subscriptions. Prices are displayed in your local currency on the subscription page. Pro subscribers can upgrade to Pro+ at any time with prorated pricing. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://mapitgis.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://mapitgis.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Tchonic SmartPDF4 screens
Mapit GIS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tchonic SmartPDF at none against Mapit GIS's 4. Tchonic SmartPDF also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.6). Mapit GIS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). On price 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. Mapit GIS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. Tchonic SmartPDF asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tchonic SmartPDF ships an update every 5 months, Mapit GIS weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tchonic SmartPDF versus Mapit GIS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTchonic SmartPDFMapit GIS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMurshid Abu madiAndrzej Bieniek

In-app purchases

None

Tchonic SmartPDF

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Mapit GIS

Subscriptions4
  • Pro14 Days trial$12.001 Month
  • Pro+14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$119.991 Year
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  • Pro+ Annual14 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Tchonic SmartPDF free?
Tchonic SmartPDF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mapit GIS free?
Mapit GIS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tchonic SmartPDF or Mapit GIS have ads?
Tchonic SmartPDF shows ads; Mapit GIS does not.
Which is updated more often, Tchonic SmartPDF or Mapit GIS?
Tchonic SmartPDF ships an update every 5 months, and Mapit GIS weekly. Most recently, Tchonic SmartPDF was updated on October 30, 2026 and Mapit GIS on November 5, 2026.

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