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Best Gis Apps

223+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

ArcGIS Field Maps is the household name in gis, but it's far from the only option. We track 223+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Gis

ArcGIS Field Maps#1

ArcGIS Field Maps by ESRI

Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
2.4😞(27 ratings)
Free
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This app provides mobile workers with interactive digital maps to understand their surroundings, locate assets, and collect data. It features smart forms for efficient data entry, offline capabilities, and location sharing for coordination and safety. Designed for organizational use, it supports fieldwork for various teams.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Comprehensive mapping capabilities when functioning
  • 📊 Powerful data collection features for field work
  • 🔄 Integration with ArcGIS ecosystem
  • 📍 Useful for basic map information and POI lookup

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • ⚠️ Unreliable offline map functionality
  • 🔄 Constant need to delete and reinstall app
ArcGIS Earth#2

ArcGIS Earth by ESRI

Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
3.6(42 ratings)
Free
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Explore and visualize geographic data in an intuitive 3D environment. Supports a wide range of data sources, including online services and local files. Offers tools for analysis, placemark management, and creating immersive tours.

LandGlide: Land & Field Maps#3

LandGlide: Land & Field Maps by Real Estate Portal USA, LLC

GPS Maps & Real Estate Data
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(57K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Navigation
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Access comprehensive property data, including parcel information, property lines, and satellite maps. Pinpoint your location using GPS to view details, search by owner or address, and save favorite properties with notes and pictures. Ideal for real estate professionals and property owners.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Helpful for finding property lines
  • 👍 Useful for real estate professionals
  • 🗺️ Provides detailed property information
  • 💡 Consolidates public information well

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate property line data
  • 🗺️ Limited coverage outside the US
  • 💰 Expensive subscription cost

More Gis apps to explore

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QField for QGIS
QField for QGIS
QField for QGIS
Efficient field work for QGIS
Free

This app streamlines GIS fieldwork, enabling efficient data collection and seamless exchange between field and office. It brings the full power of QGIS to mobile devices, supporting a wide range of spatial data formats for viewing and editing.

GIS fieldwork efficiencyData exchange with officeQGIS project integration
📊 Productivity
(31)
free
5
Touch GIS
Touch GIS
Touch GIS
Field data collection, mapping
Free

This professional tool simplifies field data collection and mapping. It allows users to create and customize data forms, collect various data types offline, and export them to standard GIS formats. Professionals across diverse fields utilize it to enhance their fieldwork.

Create Points, Lines, Polygons, CirclesCustomizable attribute formsOffline map tile saving
📊 Productivity
(31)
free with in-app purchases
6
GPS Fields Area Measure Map
GPS Fields Area Measure Map
GPS Fields Area Measure Map
Distance, acres, boundaries
Free

Accurately measure distance, perimeter, and area using GPS, even offline. Mark points with notes and photos for field scouting, land inspection, or issue logging. Supports various export formats and custom map layers.

GPS walking/driving measurementManual point editingAdd notes, photos, and custom objects
🔧 Utilities
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
7
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
Compass, Wind & Property Info
Free

Plan and execute hunts with advanced GPS navigation, detailed land boundary information, and species data. Access offline maps, weather forecasts, and integrate with compatible hunting tools for a more organized and efficient experience.

GPS navigationNationwide land boundariesOffline maps
🗺️ Navigation
(274K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Property lines & owner info
Free

Easily discover property lines, owner information, and land for sale. Features include offline maps, 3D terrain visualization, route tracking, and the ability to save and share custom maps. Access detailed land data like soil composition, elevation, and historical imagery.

Property line visualizationOwner information lookupLand for sale listings
💼 Business
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
9
ArcGIS Survey123
ArcGIS Survey123
ArcGIS Survey123
by ESRI
Free

Capture precise, location-aware data in the field using smart forms, even offline. Seamlessly sync collected information with your ArcGIS platform for real-time analysis and decision-making. Ideal for public feedback, inspections, and documenting field conditions.

Smart forms for data collectionOffline data capture and syncingLocation-aware data with GPS
🔧 Utilities
(202)
free
10
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
GPS, Trails, Hiking, Offroad
Free

Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

Offline GPS navigationReal-time GPS position and directionRecord GPS tracks
🗺️ Navigation
(125K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Map Plus
Map Plus
Map Plus
A Powerful Map and GIS tool
Free

This app is a powerful tool for viewing and editing custom maps, managing geographic data, and planning outdoor activities. It supports various map and GIS file formats, offers on-map editing, GPS track recording, and data sharing.

View and edit custom mapsManage geographic dataSupport for GIS vector and common file formats
🗺️ Navigation
(631)
free with in-app purchases
12
Mobile Data Collection
Mobile Data Collection
Mobile Data Collection
Collect using custom forms
Free

This app allows users to collect and update field data in real-time using custom digital forms on mobile devices. It supports offline data capture, various field types including media and signatures, and integrates with a web platform for data analysis and collaboration.

Custom form builderOffline data captureReal-time synchronization
📊 Productivity
(41)
free with in-app purchases
13
Google Maps
Google Maps
Google Maps
Places, navigation & traffic
Free

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

Real-time GPS navigationLive traffic dataPublic transport updates
🗺️ Navigation
(7.3M)
free with in-app purchases
14
GIS Kit
GIS Kit
GIS Kit
Powerful Mobile Mapping
$99.99

This app provides powerful mobile mapping and field data collection for iPhone and iPad. It allows users to view and collect geographic data offline, import various file formats, and organize information by projects and layers. It's designed for professional use without requiring desktop software or prior GIS training.

Offline mapping and data collectionImport Shapefiles, KML/KMZCollect point, line, and polygon features
🗺️ Navigation
(12)
free with in-app purchases
15
GIS4Mobile
GIS4Mobile
GIS4Mobile
Recording is rewarding
Free

This app provides a flexible and user-friendly platform for field inspections, data collection, and documentation. It allows for custom form design, data reuse, and efficient editing of multiple entries, all stored in a cloud-based system.

Customizable form designData reuse for similar entriesBulk editing of map pins
📊 Productivity
(1)
free with in-app purchases
16
3D Mappa - GIS & Topo Models
3D Mappa - GIS & Topo Models
3D Mappa - GIS & Topo Models
Geographic Information System
Free

This app provides advanced terrain analysis and 3D modeling tools for geospatial tasks. Visualize land features, analyze slopes, and generate elevation models with AI-powered insights. Seamlessly export data to industry-standard formats for professional use.

Terrain analysis with 10+ lenses3D Digital Elevation Model creationAI-powered site audits
🗺️ Navigation
(13)
free with in-app purchases
17
GIS Lite
GIS Lite
GIS Lite
Explore space
Free

This app allows users to view and collect spatial data on their mobile devices. It supports various file formats, enables field data collection with photo attachments, and offers note-taking capabilities directly on maps. Offline access and extensive projection support make it ideal for field work.

Load and view DXF, KML, Shapefiles, GeoTiffCollect field data with photo attachmentsFreehand/pencil notes over maps
📊 Productivity
(0)
free
18
ArcGIS QuickCapture
ArcGIS QuickCapture
ArcGIS QuickCapture
The rapid GIS data capture app
Free

This app enables rapid collection of field observations, allowing users to record GIS points and attributes efficiently. It's designed for collecting data quickly from a moving vehicle or during surveys.

Rapid field observation collectionRecord GIS points and attributesData capture at-speed
🔧 Utilities
(35)
free
19
iGIS
iGIS
iGIS
by Geometry
Free

This app brings true GIS functionality to your iPhone, allowing you to load, view, create, and export your own spatial data. It supports various data formats and projections, enabling offline use for fieldwork. Customize layers, add comments, and export data for enterprise use.

Load, view, and investigate spatial dataCreate and export ESRI ShapefilesSupports multiple data layers (points, lines, polygons)
💼 Business
(9)
free with in-app purchases
20
Area Measure & GIS GPS GMapper
Area Measure & GIS GPS GMapper
Area Measure & GIS GPS GMapper
Land Surveying, Map Calculator
Free

Precisely measure land area and distance on maps with advanced tools. Capture and log survey data, collaborate with teams, and convert units effortlessly. Navigate with a high-precision compass and use the GPS map camera for coordinate measurement.

High-precision land measurementCoordinate capture and databaseSurvey data logging
🔧 Utilities
(10)
freemium

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