Comparison

Vectorial Map Lite vs Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

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

Head to head
About

Vectorial Map Lite

View offline vector maps and record GPS tracks in the background. Supports custom map styles, track editing, route planning, and online map sources. Import and export track data easily.

Highlights
  • Offline vector map viewing
  • GPS track recording
  • Custom map styles
  • Track editing and route planning
  • Import/export GPX, KML, KMZ
  • Online tile source support
Features
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Vectorial Map allows you to view Mapsforge (OpenStreetMap) offline vector maps and record GPS tracks in the background. It supports different map styles, basic track editing and route planning, and online maps. Features: - View Mapsforge offline vector maps (.map). - Change the map's look and feel on the fly using custom Mapsforge XML style sheets. -* Record GPS tracks in the background. - Support for slippy format online tile sources (such as OpenStreetMap.org, OpenCycleMaps, Mapquest Aerial/Satellit). -* Import and edit tracks and waypoints (GPX, KML, KMZ). -* Draw your own tracks and waypoints (e.g. for trip planning). -* Calculate routes along up to 50 anchors points (requires internet connection). - Search for POIs (requires internet connection). - Capture map screenshots. - Maps, styles, and track files can be imported using iTunes file sharing and with the iOS "Open in" feature (e.g. using Dropbox, Safari, etc.). -* Open recorded tracks with other apps using "Open in" feature. - Support for OSMAnd/Locus offline raster maps (*.sqlitedb). - Download maps (free) and styles directly in Vectorial Map. * The features marked with "*" can be enabled with a single one-time in-app-purchase. More information: http://www.vectorialmap.com/ Vectorial Map Help and Support: http://www.vectorialmap.com/ioshelp ### Manage tracks and waypoints on a Mac/PC ### The desktop version of Vectorial Map available on the Vectorial Map website (http://www.vectorialmap.com/download) includes a database manager which can be used to easily export, import, and view tracks and waypoints which were recorded with the mobile version of Vectorial Map. More information: http://www.vectorialmap.com/mobiledbmanager ### Contact ### Please contact us using the contact form if you have questions, feedback, or bug reports: http://www.vectorialmap.com/contact ### Mapsforge ### Mapsforge is a popular offline vector map format which provides small, but high quality maps which can be easily adapted to custom needs using style sheets. DISCLAIMER Vectorial Map uses continuous GPS during tracking. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

Navigate and explore with detailed offline maps and GPS guidance. Plan, record, and import routes for travel, hikes, and rides without needing an internet connection. Enjoy privacy-first, battery-efficient navigation with extensive points of interest.

Highlights
  • 100% offline maps and navigation
  • Fast zooming and search
  • Detailed points of interest
  • Turn-by-turn voice guidance
  • Hiking and cycling trail layers
  • Route recording and import/export
  • Multiple map styles
Features
Currently charting
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Organic Maps is a fast, detailed offline map and GPS navigation app for travel, hikes, and rides. Plan, import, and record routes, and enjoy smooth guidance without draining your battery or using an internet connection. Explore places and navigate safely during your outdoor adventures and travels around the world. The app offers unlimited map downloads and biweekly updates. OpenStreetMap-based, volunteer-made, privacy-first, 100% offline, and 100% free. OFFLINE: The app works 100% offline — including search and navigation. You can explore the map and navigate without an internet connection, saving on mobile data and roaming fees. And with no background data transfers, your battery lasts much longer. FAST: Zooming, search, and route calculations work noticeably fast. DETAILED & UPDATED: The maps are rich in detail and refreshed twice a month to reflect real-world conditions. Unlike many well-known competitors, they include building labels, benches, hiking paths, and other helpful information. OPENSTREETMAP-BASED: OpenStreetMap is a wiki-style world map built and maintained by millions of volunteers — locals who know their areas best. This community effort results in highly detailed maps, often more accurate than commercial ones in less-mapped regions. Organic Maps updates its data from OpenStreetMap every two weeks, keeping your maps fresh and reliable. And if you notice something missing, you can add it to OpenStreetMap and help improve the map for everyone. PRIVACY-FIRST: We don’t collect any data or identifiers. This means there’s no risk of data leaks and no distractions like ads or noisy notifications — just a clean, private map experience. IMPORTANT FEATURES EXPLORE PLACES: Search by address, name, or category, discover millions of POIs, and view detailed information such as opening hours, Wikipedia articles, wheelchair accessibility, and other helpful details. All available offline. GPS NAVIGATION: Enjoy voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions. Create walking, hiking, cycling, or driving routes — including routes between cities, countries, and multiple waypoints. Find the best routes for your metro journeys and commutes. CarPlay is supported. HIKING & CYCLING TRAILS FROM AROUND THE WORLD: Enable special map layers to discover popular hiking and cycling routes worldwide, all sourced from OpenStreetMap. Switch between layers to see colored bike and MTB routes, as well as official hiking paths. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: See public transport route numbers at stops. Live transport schedules and routing are currently in development. MAP STYLES: Choose map layers that fit your activity — Outdoors, Contour Lines, Hiking, Cycling, or Metro/Subway. TRACK RECORDER: Record, import, export, and share your routes and favorite places. Supports KML, KMZ, GPX, and GeoJSON formats. WIKIPEDIA ARTICLES: Explore Wikipedia articles for places you discover on the map. Type “?wiki” in the search to find all places with Wikipedia articles. MAP EDITOR: Contribute to OpenStreetMap by adding missing places or editing the map directly from Organic Maps. DARK MODE: Switch to a dark theme for comfortable viewing at night. iCLOUD SYNC: Easily back up and sync all your bookmarks and tracks via iCloud. Try the app — it’s 100% free, ad-free, fast, and fully offline. Enjoy a fast, reliable, and private map experience, and share it with others! Organic Maps is an indie, community-driven, open-source project with hundreds of contributors who help develop new features, fix issues, translate, and move the project forward. Join the community on Telegram: @OrganicMapsApp Or learn other ways to support the project: https://organicmaps.app/contribute/ Your honest feedback and reviews in the store motivate us! We love hearing from you there. Have questions? Please visit the organicmaps.app website for additional details and FAQ.

Screenshots

Vectorial Map Lite4 screens
Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS at 88% against Vectorial Map Lite's 15%. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Vectorial Map Lite's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. Vectorial Map Lite sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS has 3.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Vectorial Map Lite's written reviews are positive against 88% of Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vectorial Map Lite ships an update every 5 months, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Vectorial Map Lite versus Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVectorial Map LiteOrganic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (3.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.0% of reviews88.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#34 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB134 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarald MeyerOrganic Maps

Customer experience

Vectorial Map Lite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive15.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative80.0%

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

All ratings3,081 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews1,173 reviews
Positive88.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative7.3%

Bugs and requests

Vectorial Map Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent handling of address search
  • Elevation data not always accurate

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to customize map styles and colors
  • Integration with fitness tracking apps
  • Improved public transportation routing
  • Satellite/aerial imagery support
  • Apple Watch app

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Vectorial Map Lite

One-time3
  • Mapsforge standard mapsFree
  • Enable tracking and remove ads$3.99
  • All OAM Maps for all countries$16.99
None

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vectorial Map Lite free?
Vectorial Map Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS free?
Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vectorial Map Lite or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?
Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is rated higher. Vectorial Map Lite averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS averages 4.7 from 3.1K ratings.
Do Vectorial Map Lite or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS have ads?
Neither Vectorial Map Lite nor Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vectorial Map Lite or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?
Vectorial Map Lite ships an update every 5 months, and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. Most recently, Vectorial Map Lite was updated on September 23, 2026 and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS on October 1, 2026.

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