Best Aerial View Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good aerial view apps. We benchmark 250+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Aerial View Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Google EarthGoogle EarthFree4.0★ (48K)NoNoNov 2026
2Historic AerialsHistoric AerialsFree3.3★ (111)YesNoNov 2026
3Live Aerial 3d ViewLive Aerial 3d ViewFree—YesNoMay 2026
4Earth MapsEarth MapsFree4.8★ (1.2K)NoYesNov 2026
5Eagleview CONNECTMobileEagleview CONNECTMobileFree3.0★ (19)NoNoNov 2026
6Satellite Map - Earth ViewSatellite Map - Earth ViewFree4.3★ (172)NoYesNov 2026
7AirPhotoViewAirPhotoViewFree—NoNoNov 2026
8Aerial View Tab for SafariAerial View Tab for SafariFree4.3★ (3)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Aerial View

Google Earth#1

Google Earth by Google

Examine the planet
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.0😊(48K ratings)
Free
#15in Travel
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Explore the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D terrain. Dive into streets with Street View and create collaborative, data-driven maps from anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🌎 Ability to explore the world
  • 👍 Useful for geography and education
  • 🌍 Detailed satellite and street view imagery
  • 🎨 3D mode for immersive experience

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Outdated imagery and maps
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific locations
  • 🚧 Blurred or missing details in some areas
  • 🛑 Restricted access to certain regions
Historic Aerials#2

Historic Aerials by Nationwide Environmental Title Research, LLC

Property History/Aerial Photos
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
3.3(111 ratings)
FreeAds
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Explore historical aerial imagery across the US to see how landscapes and neighborhoods have changed. This app provides spatially accurate, orthorectified imagery, allowing you to pinpoint historic features and research property history. It's a powerful tool for researchers, enthusiasts, and professionals investigating the past.

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FAQ about Aerial View

What are the best aerial view apps for iPhone?
Google Earth tops our aerial view apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 48K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top aerial view apps we rank are free to download, including Google Earth and Historic Aerials.
Google Earth has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ aerial view apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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