# Genius Maps vs EarthScope

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Genius Maps at 57% against EarthScope's 5%. Genius Maps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.1 vs 3.8). EarthScope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Genius Maps sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. EarthScope asks for nothing beyond the download.

Genius Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Genius Maps has 1.3K ratings behind it against 204, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Genius Maps's written reviews are positive against 5% of EarthScope's.

Genius Maps ships an update every 3 months, EarthScope fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Genius Maps | EarthScope |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genius-maps-gps-navigation/id721567545/reviews)** | [3.8 (204 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthscope-gps-map-camera/id6787098655/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 204 |
| Positive reviews | **57.4% of reviews** | 4.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#8** |
| Size | 93 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mireo](https://appshunter.io/developer/415279265) | [EINMOB LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692475934) |

## What reviewers say

### Genius Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genius-maps-gps-navigation/id721567545)

Navigate and plan routes offline with detailed maps stored directly on your device. Enjoy turn-by-turn voice guidance, live traffic updates, and safety camera alerts. Offers a free trial of premium features.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS navigation, Free downloadable maps, Route planning, Turn-by-turn voice instructions, Live traffic updates, Safety camera alerts, Vehicle connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USA NAVTEQ Safety Cameras 2016.7 v.2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Doug Benson Recorded Voice 2012.9 v.2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Europe NAVTEQ Live Traffic 2015.12 v.1 | $12.99 | one-time |
| North America NAVTEQ Live Traffic 2015.12 v.1 | $12.99 | one-time |
| North America Nav for Weblink | $24.99 | one-time |
| Europe Nav for Weblink | $26.99 | one-time |
| Central America NAVTEQ Navigation 2013.9 v.2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Latin America Nav for Weblink | $29.99 | one-time |
| North America NAVTEQ Navigation 2013.9 v.1 | $39.99 | one-time |
| North America Mireo Car Connectivity 2016.7 v.1 | $44.99 | one-time |
| Europe NAVTEQ, Mireo, GeoIntelligence Navigation 2014.6 v.1 | $49.99 | one-time |
| North America Navigation Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Middle East/Africa Nav Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| North America NAVTEQ Truck Navigation 2016.7 v.2 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Europe Navigation Pack | $54.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 Offline maps
- 🚗 Works well with vehicle systems
- ⭐ Reliable for long-term use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 📍 Inaccurate or outdated maps
- 🔊 Poor voice guidance
- 💰 Expensive for basic features

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect with vehicle systems
- Maps not loading or disappearing
- Incorrect lane guidance and directions

**Requested features**

- Add support for more languages
- Improve search and address entry
- Integrate with popular traffic apps
- Allow custom route planning


### EarthScope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthscope-gps-map-camera/id6787098655)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Explore the world with live earth views, interactive maps, and GPS tools. Discover places, capture moments with location data, and navigate with clarity. Features include live cams, street-level views, and traffic updates.

**Highlights:** Live earth views from cities worldwide, Street-level scouting with Look Around, Photos with GPS coordinates and timestamps, Interactive 3D Earth and orbital maps, Live traffic condition checks, Parking pin and navigation back to car

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Genius Maps free?

Genius Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is EarthScope free?

EarthScope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Genius Maps or EarthScope?

Genius Maps is rated higher. Genius Maps averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while EarthScope averages 3.8 from 204 ratings.

### Do Genius Maps or EarthScope have ads?

EarthScope shows ads; Genius Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Genius Maps or EarthScope?

Genius Maps ships an update every 3 months, and EarthScope fortnightly. Most recently, Genius Maps was updated on September 29, 2026 and EarthScope on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*