Comparison

mAPP vs Cartograph Maps 3

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

Head to head
About

mAPP

This app provides offline mapping capabilities using downloadable OSM vector maps. It allows users to record, import, and display tracks, as well as mark waypoints for various outdoor activities. Ideal for navigation in areas with no internet access or when avoiding roaming charges.

Highlights
  • Offline OSM vector maps
  • Downloadable country/state maps
  • Contour lines in topo maps
  • Record and share GPX tracks
  • Import GPX tracks
  • Create and share waypoints
Features
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mAPP is right for everyone how needs offline mapping on iOS. Download OSM vector maps on your device and use it in dead spots or in other countries without roaming costs. Pure mapping: Pure offline maps in a clear surface. No bells and whistles, no social, no restaurant suggestions. Just orientation! Ideal for hobby and travel. Offline topo maps: Load whole countries or states and view them later without internet connection. The maps includes full OSM detail down to small pathways. As well contour lines included in the topo maps. Tracks: Record tracks and store them on the device or share them as a gpx file. You can also import gpx tracks provided by several platforms for hiking and cycling and display them on the map. Tracks from GPSies, the maybe largest collection on the web, can be downloaded directly within this app. Waypoints: Enter waypoints to mark a location. So you can use mAPP also for hobbies like geocaching. Use the link options in other apps like Looking4Cache or Geosphere to share waypoints.

About

Cartograph Maps 3

View and record offline vector maps with advanced features like custom themes, hill shading, and multiple layer stacking. Plan routes offline, measure distances, and sync data across devices. Supports various map formats and coordinate systems.

Highlights
  • View Mapsforge offline vector maps
  • Support for OpenAndroMaps render themes
  • Offline route calculation with BRouter
  • Track recording in background
  • Measurement tools
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Multiple map layer stacking
Features
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# Cartograph Maps View Mapsforge offline vector maps and record tracks. Includes OpenAndroMaps render themes, MBTiles support, hill shading, multi-layer stacking, offline BRouter routing, measurement tools, cloud sync, search, and offline overlays. Questions, problems, or feature requests: https://www.cartograph.eu/v3/contact/ **NEW** The app now ships with a companion Apple Watch app: https://youtu.be/mMjO9Ngfak0 ## Map features - View Mapsforge offline vector maps (including OpenAndroMaps.org). - OpenAndroMaps render themes (Elevate, Elements) for hiking, mountainbiking, running, and more. - Other offline formats: MBTiles (raster/vector), TwoWays RMAP, Locus SQLite, Oruxmaps SQLite, Garmin IMG (non-NT). - Online types: Mapbox MVT, Bing quadkey, OSM slippy tiles, raster WMS, MapLibre. - Offline hillshading and slope mapping (*). - Mapsforge multi-maps (*). - Classic Mapsforge and Mapsforge VTM rendering. - Stack multiple map layers, including transparency (*). - 3D buildings (*). - Create custom Mapsforge maps (**). - Grid overlays: WGS84, UTM, MGRS, and local projections (*). - Coordinate display: WGS84, UTM, MGRS, and local (proj4) projections. - Online map tile downloader (*). - Image-to-map calibration tool (*). - Zoom lock. ## Tracks and routing - Background track recording (*). - Custom track drawing tool (*). - Photo, video, and audio waypoints (*). - BRouter offline route calculation (*). - OSRM routing. - Google Directions (**). - Offline navigation with voice/custom audio instructions (*). - Waypoint alerts (*). - Live route elevation profile (*). - Import/export GPX, KML, KMZ (import only). - Import EXIF JPEG photos and Google Takeout as bookmarks (*). - Garmin icon support (*). - Live friend tracking (*). ## Other features - Measurement tools: distance, elevation profile, circular distance (*). - Workspaces for managing maps/overlays/tracks (*). - Cloud sync via OneDrive, DropBox, or your own server (*). - "What's here" reverse geocoding. - Built-in offline overlays: drinking water, supermarkets, hostels, restaurants. - Search: Google Places, Nominatim (**). - WunderLINQ and Carpe-Iter-Control support. - Translations: Czech, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Traditional Chinese (add your own: https://www.cartograph.eu/v3/add-ons/translations/). - Bluetooth heart rate, cadence, and speed sensors. (*) Full version, via in-app purchase. (**) Requires credits, obtainable in-app. ## In-app purchases Unlock all features and access third-party services (e.g. Google Directions). Details and Terms of Use: https://www.cartograph.eu/v3/in-app-purchase-info/ ## Disclaimer Background track recording uses location services and may significantly increase battery usage.

Screenshots

mAPP4 screens
Cartograph Maps 34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cartograph Maps 3 at 4.3 against mAPP's 3.0. Cartograph Maps 3 also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (76% vs 48%). mAPP's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.2). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. mAPP sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Cartograph Maps 3 sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cartograph Maps 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of mAPP's written reviews are positive against 76% of Cartograph Maps 3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

mAPP ships an update every 5 months, Cartograph Maps 3 every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
mAPP versus Cartograph Maps 3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermAPPCartograph Maps 3
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.5% of reviews76.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael Andreas MayHarald Meyer

Customer experience

mAPP

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive47.5%
Neutral10.0%
Negative42.5%

Cartograph Maps 3

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative19.0%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

mAPP

One-time12
  • California$0.99
  • Colorado$0.99
  • North Carolina$0.99
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  • Texas$0.99
  • Virginia$0.99
  • Washington$0.99
  • West Virginia$0.99
  • South Carolina$0.99
  • Belize$1.99
  • Iran$2.99
  • USA$3.99
  • Worldwide flatrate$13.99
12 purchases

Cartograph Maps 3

Subscriptions8
  • Add 100 3rd party credits$2.491 Month
  • Full version (monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Cloud synchronization7 Days trial$2.991 Month
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  • Full version (6 months)$4.996 Months
  • Monthly subscription$4.991 Month
  • Add 400 3rd party credits$7.991 Month
  • Full version (yearly)$8.491 Year
  • Yearly subscription$17.991 Year
One-time4
  • Add 100 3rd party credits$1.99
  • Cartograph for Apple Watch$3.99
  • 400 4rd party credits.$8.99
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  • Full version (life-time)$29.99

Questions

Is mAPP free?
mAPP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cartograph Maps 3 free?
Cartograph Maps 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, mAPP or Cartograph Maps 3?
Cartograph Maps 3 is rated higher. mAPP averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Cartograph Maps 3 averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.
Do mAPP or Cartograph Maps 3 have ads?
Neither mAPP nor Cartograph Maps 3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mAPP or Cartograph Maps 3?
mAPP ships an update every 5 months, and Cartograph Maps 3 every 5 days. Most recently, mAPP was updated on October 21, 2026 and Cartograph Maps 3 on October 24, 2026.

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