# mAPP vs Cartograph Maps 3

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | mAPP | Cartograph Maps 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapp-offline-mapping-app/id776833018/reviews) | **[4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartograph-maps-3/id1588186796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 47.5% of reviews | **76.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Andreas May](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866424684) | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) |

## What reviewers say

### mAPP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapp-offline-mapping-app/id776833018)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| California | $0.99 | one-time |
| Colorado | $0.99 | one-time |
| North Carolina | $0.99 | one-time |
| Texas | $0.99 | one-time |
| Virginia | $0.99 | one-time |
| Washington | $0.99 | one-time |
| West Virginia | $0.99 | one-time |
| South Carolina | $0.99 | one-time |
| Belize | $1.99 | one-time |
| Iran | $2.99 | one-time |
| USA | $3.99 | one-time |
| Worldwide flatrate | $13.99 | one-time |


### Cartograph Maps 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cartograph-maps-3/id1588186796)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Add 100 3rd party credits | $2.49 | per month |
| Full version (monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Cloud synchronization | $2.99 | per month |
| Full version (6 months) | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Add 400 3rd party credits | $7.99 | per month |
| Full version (yearly) | $8.49 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Add 100 3rd party credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cartograph for Apple Watch | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 4rd party credits. | $8.99 | one-time |
| Full version (life-time) | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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