Best Historical Maps Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Finding the right historical maps apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 250+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Historical Maps Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1OldMapsOnline - History & MapsOldMapsOnline - History & MapsFree3.3★ (23)YesYesOct 2026
2U.S. old mapU.S. old mapFree—NoYesMay 2026
3Historical Satellite MapsHistorical Satellite MapsFree3.5★ (2)NoYesSep 2026
4Earth MapsEarth MapsFree4.8★ (1.2K)NoYesOct 2026
5Maps ExplorerMaps ExplorerFree—YesYesAug 2026
6Battle Maps: America’s WarsBattle Maps: America’s WarsFree3.9★ (28)NoNoMay 2026
7GEarth Map: Satellite Map GPSGEarth Map: Satellite Map GPSFree4.6★ (422)YesYesOct 2026
8Vetus MapsVetus MapsFree4.8★ (101)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Historical Maps

OldMapsOnline - History & Maps#1

OldMapsOnline - History & Maps by Klokan Technologies

Unveil the World's History
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
3.3😞(23 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vast collection of historical maps to visualize how the world has changed. Overlay old maps with modern views, use an interactive timeline, and access integrated historical information. Contribute to a growing community database of cartographic history.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Great access to historical maps
  • 💡 Incredible resource for genealogists and historians
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
  • 🔍 Difficulty zooming and navigating maps
  • 📷 Poor map resolution and image quality
  • 🔌 App no longer supported or updated
Historical Satellite Maps#3

Historical Satellite Maps by 晓宁 师

Past/Present,Street, Timelapse
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
3.5(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore decades of old satellite and aerial images to compare past and present views of any location. An interactive timeline allows you to swipe through years, offering a fascinating tool for research, education, and curiosity about historical changes.

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FAQ about Historical Maps

What are the best historical maps apps for iPhone?
OldMapsOnline - History & Maps tops our historical maps apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.3-star average from 23 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top historical maps apps we rank are free to download, including OldMapsOnline - History & Maps and U.S. old map.
OldMapsOnline - History & Maps shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ historical maps apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.