# mAPP vs 3D Offline Maps

The clearest difference is rating: 3D Offline Maps at 4.6 against mAPP's 3.0. 3D Offline Maps also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 48%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). mAPP's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. mAPP sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and 3D Offline Maps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

3D Offline Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Offline Maps has 647 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of mAPP's written reviews are positive against 80% of 3D Offline Maps's.

mAPP ships an update every 5 months, 3D Offline Maps weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mAPP | 3D Offline Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapp-offline-mapping-app/id776833018/reviews) | **[4.6 (647 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-offline-maps-gps-tracker/id1629505231/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **647** |
| Positive reviews | 47.5% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Andreas May](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866424684) | [SERGEI BEZDENEZHNYKH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519570418) |

## 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 |


### 3D Offline Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-offline-maps-gps-tracker/id1629505231)

Navigate and explore the world with detailed 2D and 3D offline maps. Record GPS tracks, save routes, and import/export GPX files. Plan adventures, mark points of interest, and share data, even without an internet signal.

**Highlights:** Offline 2D and 3D maps, GPS track recording, Route planning, GPX import/export, Unlimited offline map storage, Multiple map types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Annual Sale | $12.99 | per year |
| Matching to road | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent 3D mapping technology
- 👍 Clear and colorful visualization
- 🧭 Effective offline navigation
- 🔄 Map rotation capability for trail viewing
- ⛰️ Great for hiking and outdoor activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🐛 3D offline maps turn black and become grainy
- 🗺️ Trails not clearly marked or visible
- 🏷️ Roads not identified or labeled
- ⏱️ Slow rendering and zoom performance

**Reported bugs**

- 3D offline maps display black and grainy visuals
- Maps require zooming out and back in to clear display
- GPX file download compatibility issues
- Background tracking does not work

**Requested features**

- CarPlay support integration
- Map selection icon on main page
- Current/real-time satellite imagery
- Map gradients relative to pitch
- Background tracking functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mAPP free?

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

### Is 3D Offline Maps free?

3D Offline Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mAPP or 3D Offline Maps?

3D Offline Maps is rated higher. mAPP averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while 3D Offline Maps averages 4.6 from 647 ratings.

### Do mAPP or 3D Offline Maps have ads?

Neither mAPP nor 3D Offline Maps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, mAPP or 3D Offline Maps?

mAPP ships an update every 5 months, and 3D Offline Maps weekly. Most recently, mAPP was updated on October 9, 2026 and 3D Offline Maps on October 17, 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.*