Comparison

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map vs iTAK

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

Head to head
About

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map

This app offers advanced 3D terrain visualization and military-grade GPS navigation for tactical operations. It supports offline maps, various military grid systems, and includes tools for waypoint navigation, drawing, and distance measurement. Secure network sharing and team communication features are also integrated.

Highlights
  • 3D Terrain Maps
  • Offline Maps
  • Military Grid Systems
  • Waypoint Navigation
  • Drawing Tools
  • Network Sharing
  • MIL-STD-2525D Symbology
Features
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EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT 30% OFF FOR A LIMITED TIME!! *** Achilleus 3D is under active development and will have new features and improvements in the future. *** Professional 3D Tactical Mapping for Military Operations • Elevate your tactical planning and navigation with the most advanced 3D terrain visualization and military-grade GPS navigation app. Designed for military professionals, first responders, and tactical teams who demand precision and reliability. ADVANCED TACTICAL MAPPING • 3D Terrain Maps - Lifelike topographic visualization with elevation data for precise mission planning • Offline Maps - Download and cache multiple map sources including satellite imagery for remote operations • Military Grid Systems - Full support for MGRS, USNG, UTM, and British National Grid coordinates • Multiple Map Sources - Virtual Earth, Google Satellite, OpenTopo, OpenStreetMap, ArcGIS, and Nokia maps • Import and export KML/KMZ and GPX files. MISSION-CRITICAL TOOLS • Waypoint Navigation - Create unlimited GPS waypoints with military-standard accuracy • Drawing Tools - Add tactical lines, polygons, and circles to visualize areas of interest • Distance & Bearing - Measure in both degrees and mils for artillery and navigation calculations • Real-time GPS - Precise coordinate display with multiple datum support TACTICAL COMMUNICATION • Network Sharing - Share live map status and markers over TCP/IP networks without external servers • Team Chat - Built-in communication system for coordinated operations • Real-time Monitoring - Track team member positions and activities on shared tactical maps PROFESSIONAL FEATURES • MIL-STD-2525D Symbology - Standard military symbols for tactical operations • Solar/Lunar Data - Complete astronomical information for mission timing • Secure & Encrypted - Military-grade data protection • One-hand Operation - Intuitive interface designed for field use Perfect for: • Military personnel and tactical units • Search and rescue operations • Law enforcement agencies • Emergency response teams • Outdoor professionals requiring precision navigation Transform your tactical operations with professional-grade mapping technology. Download now and experience the difference precision makes in the field.

About

iTAK

This app provides real-time collaborative mapping and team tracking. Share locations, sensor data, videos, and chat with your team. Supports online and offline mapping with various data formats.

Highlights
  • Real-time team tracking
  • Collaborative mapping
  • Online and offline mapping
  • KML/KMZ/GeoPDF overlay import
  • Chat and file sharing
  • Live video streaming
  • Navigation tools
Features
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**Compatible with ALL TAK ecosystem (TAK server, WinTAK, ATAK, WebTAK)** The Team Awareness Kit (TAK) (known as the Tactical Assault Kit in the Department of Defense) application: iTAK is a collaborative geospatial application to see your teams’ locations, sensor information, videos, chat, and more in real-time. iTAK supports Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial sector standards for icons, sensor information, and communication. Data can be pre-loaded into iTAK or downloaded from the network (via TAK Server) when available. iTAK capabilities include: • Online and offline mapping (most standard formats), download the maps right in the app • Blue force / team tracking (BFT) • Collaborative mapping, including points, drawings, locations of interest • Import and display of KML, KMZ, GeoPDF overlays • Location marking, sharing, with photo tagging • Chat, file sharing, photo sharing • Live video streaming with the ability to share video links • Spotted map to mark and share multiple locations across your map • Digital pointer to rapidly mark and share items on the map with your team • Navigation-walking/hiking, driving, also useful flying and air-ground coordination • Center on self or other objects (e.g. another person in the network) • Range, bearing measurement tools • Team Emergency Beacons • Customizable toolbar • 3D perspective • All data is secured and fully compatibility with the TAK ecosystem (ATAK, TAK Server, WinTAK) • Useful for law enforcement, first responders, hunting, fishing, ornithology, wildlife site survey System Requirements Operating System: iOS version 17 and later.

Screenshots

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map4 screens
iTAK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iTAK at Free against Achilleus 3D Tactical Map's $14.99. iTAK also leads on rating (3.6 vs 2.5) and review sentiment (41% vs 20%). Achilleus 3D Tactical Map's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

iTAK is free to download; Achilleus 3D Tactical Map costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iTAK holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iTAK has 155 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Achilleus 3D Tactical Map's written reviews are positive against 41% of iTAK's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map ships an update monthly, iTAK every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Achilleus 3D Tactical Map versus iTAK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAchilleus 3D Tactical MapiTAK
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating2.5 (4 ratings)3.6 (155 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews41.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4155 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size408 MB276 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSavvas PetrouUnited States Department of the Army, TAK Product Center

Customer experience

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

iTAK

All ratings155 ratings
Positive56.8%
Neutral19.4%
Negative23.9%
Written reviews99 reviews
Positive41.4%
Neutral28.3%
Negative30.3%

Bugs and requests

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

iTAK

Reported bugs

23 issues
  • App crashes when exporting data packages
  • App crashes when uploading files with local data
  • App crashes when importing overlays
  • App crashes when changing map types
  • App crashes when creating missions
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  • App freezes when handling large numbers of objects (15+)
  • Indoor mapping causes app shutdown
  • Markers disappear on app reopening
  • Markers don't sync deletion status with ATAK users
  • HTTP video stream links don't work
  • Mesh network mode not functioning properly
  • Settings reset to defaults on restart
  • Toolbar disappears randomly
  • Notification badges don't clear properly
  • Unable to rename points of interest
  • Duplicate server entries appear
  • Unexpected shutdowns and crashes
  • Connection failures to TAK servers
  • Message notifications not appearing on iPhone
  • App won't launch after deletion/reinstallation
  • Data Sync broken in version 2.10.1
  • Overlay import causes instant crash
  • Markers become invisible with ArcGIS updates

Requested features

23 requests
  • Meshtastic and LoRa device support
  • GRG (Grid Reference Graphic) functionality
  • Mesh network integration (GoTenna, Beartooth)
  • Plugin support system
  • Google Maps or alternative map providers
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  • Offline map download capability
  • Angular measurement unit conversion (degrees to mil)
  • Nautical miles unit of measurement
  • Video stream support (HTTP/RTSP)
  • CASEVAC calling functionality
  • Polar plot tool
  • Data package import from Android ATAK
  • Bluetooth radio integration
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • Ability to edit and delete toolbar items
  • True/Magnetic bearing distinction
  • Point dragging and repositioning
  • Contact/team management system
  • Mission creation and editing
  • Windows TAK Server version
  • Improved notification system
  • Chinese language support
  • Better documentation and tutorials

In-app purchases

None

Achilleus 3D Tactical Map

No in-app purchases

None

iTAK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Achilleus 3D Tactical Map free?
Achilleus 3D Tactical Map costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iTAK free?
iTAK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Achilleus 3D Tactical Map or iTAK?
iTAK is rated higher. Achilleus 3D Tactical Map averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while iTAK averages 3.6 from 155 ratings.
Do Achilleus 3D Tactical Map or iTAK have ads?
Neither Achilleus 3D Tactical Map nor iTAK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Achilleus 3D Tactical Map or iTAK?
Achilleus 3D Tactical Map ships an update monthly, and iTAK every 3 weeks. Most recently, Achilleus 3D Tactical Map was updated on September 20, 2026 and iTAK on September 24, 2026.

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