Comparison

GSI Map++ vs CarryMap

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

Head to head
About

GSI Map++

This app displays maps from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan, offering various map types and measurement tools. It allows integration with Apple Maps or Google Maps for directions and provides location details with memo and photo options.

Highlights
  • Display GSI maps
  • Integrate with Apple/Google Maps
  • Switch to OpenStreetMap
  • Measure distance and area
  • Display location and elevation
  • Add location bookmarks
  • Save tile data locally
Features
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This is an application to display maps provided by Geospatial Information Authority of Japan. Please view the following link if you want to know more about the GSI map. http://www.gsi.go.jp/kikakuchousei/kikakuchousei40182.html Features: 1, Can display almost all the map types published by Geospatial Information Authority of Japan. 2, Can invoke the directions function of Apple Map or Google Map in this application. 3, Can switch to OpenStreetMap for your convenience. 4, Can measure distance and area space, please select the corresponding function and tap the red pin to try. 5, Can display the location and elevation information on detail screen, also can add memo or select a photo(if photos are available on device). You can delete selected photo by long press action. 6, Can add a location point to bookmark on detail screen. 7, Background map option, changing map transparency. 8, Save history on trace mode. 9, Save tile data to local. Notice: 1, The internet environment is a must. 2, Sometimes the display of map become slowly, because of the status of internet environment. Disclaimer: 1, The developer take no responsibility for any result when user use this application. 2, The map displayed in this application depends on service provided by other organization, this application will out of work if this kind of service was stopped.

About

CarryMap

This app enables seamless field work with offline maps and spatial geodata collection. Create, edit, and analyze points, lines, and polygons, attach media, and record voice comments. Navigate using GPS, measure distances, and export data in various formats.

Highlights
  • Offline map management
  • Create and edit spatial features
  • Attach media and voice notes
  • GPS tracking and navigation
  • Measure distances and areas
  • Data export in multiple formats
Features
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CarryMap app offers a comprehensive set of tools for collecting, processing and analyzing spatial geodata. It provides seamless field work without authorization, payments and in-app purchases. It is designed to work with maps in a specific mobile format CMF2. To export your ArcGIS maps to this format, use CarryMap Builder, an extension to ArcGIS Desktop. Maps management - Download maps of only needed areas and store them in a convenient catalog. The maps provided in the catalog were created based on OpenStreetMap data. - Upload your own maps prepared in ArcGIS and work with them offline. - Use reliable methods for your maps protection. - Create fully functional projects for work with all the needed information. - Save selected map areas as bookmarks. Working with objects - Create and edit point, line, and polygon features on the map. - Add media attachments (photo, video and documents) to features. - Record voice comments when creating and describing features on the map. - Create points on-the-fly using your device camera. - Create points on the map with a single tap while moving, add description later if needed. - Add graphic marks as text, arrows or free hand graphic. GPS tracks and navigation - Use external Bad Elf GPS receiver to find your current location. - Save tracks automatically without being distracted by editing them as you go. - Use features on the map as landmarks or destination points on your route. - Search and identify features offline. - Measure distances and areas. Data export - Share coordinates of features on the map by sending a file or a link. - Upload maps in MBTILES* formats. - Share collected data in GPKG (GeoPackage), GPX, KML/KMZ and SHP formats. *Maps in MBTILES format with raster tile type only are supported. The application is accessible to a wide range of users, regardless of GIS skills, and can be used in various fields, including electrical energy industry, agriculture, geology and geodesy, housing and utility, environmental protection, water and land resources management, ecology and incident management, urban management, etc. Take the opportunity to create your own branded application for viewing and working with mobile maps based on CarryMap for your company. Read more: https://carrymap.com/en/features/branding/ Read more about all the capabilities of CarryMap Builder extension at https://builder.carrymap.com/en/ To learn more about CarryMap application, visit https://carrymap.com/en/overview/ Watch educational videos on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/CarryMap/videos Your questions or comments are welcome at support@xtools.pro

Screenshots

GSI Map++4 screens
CarryMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CarryMap at 80% against GSI Map++'s 43%. CarryMap also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). GSI Map++'s advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. GSI Map++ sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. CarryMap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GSI Map++ ships an update every 6 weeks, CarryMap every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
GSI Map++ versus CarryMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGSI Map++CarryMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (200 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—200 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAOBO Co.,LtdXTools Pro, Inc

Customer experience

GSI Map++

Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral21.4%
Negative35.7%

CarryMap

All ratings200 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GSI Map++

One-time2
  • 広告の削除(6ヶ月間)$2.99
  • 広告の削除(1年間)$3.99
None

CarryMap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GSI Map++ free?
GSI Map++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CarryMap free?
CarryMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GSI Map++ or CarryMap have ads?
GSI Map++ shows ads; CarryMap does not.
Which is updated more often, GSI Map++ or CarryMap?
GSI Map++ ships an update every 6 weeks, and CarryMap every 4 months. Most recently, GSI Map++ was updated on October 15, 2026 and CarryMap on October 13, 2026.

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