Best Map Distance Measurement Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Measure Map is the household name in map distance measurement, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Map Distance Measurement Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Measure MapMeasure MapFree4.7★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
2Footpath Route PlannerFootpath Route PlannerFree4.8★ (22K)NoYesAug 2026
3Measure Distance On MapMeasure Distance On MapFree4.7★ (43)YesNoJul 2026
4Map Distance MeasurementMap Distance MeasurementFree4.4★ (54)YesNoJul 2026
5Measure Map GPS FieldMeasure Map GPS FieldFree3.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
6Simple Map DistanceSimple Map Distance$0.99NoNoJun 2026
7Distance - Find My DistanceDistance - Find My DistanceFree4.7★ (2.2K)YesYesAug 2026
8GPS Area Measure MapGPS Area Measure MapFreeNoYesMay 2026

Top Picks for Map Distance Measurement

Measure Map#1

Measure Map by Xuan Luong Do

Smart Tool For You
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(5.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Calculate distances and areas on a map by placing markers. Supports various units, file imports/exports, and coordinate systems. Save and share your measurements.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate and easy to use
  • 👍 Great user interface
  • 👍 Easy to use and user friendly
  • 👍 Nice, simple and free

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Ads make app unusable
  • 🐛 False information
  • 🐛 Should be removed from the app store until reviewed
Footpath Route Planner#2

Footpath Route Planner by Half Mile Labs LLC

Running, Hiking, Bike Maps
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(22K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#64in Navigation
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Easily plan and navigate custom routes for any outdoor activity. Draw your path with a finger and the app snaps to roads and trails. Measure distances, elevations, and get turn-by-turn directions, even offline.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Full-featured outdoors app
  • 👍 Nice app
  • 👍 Excellent for discovering routes
  • 👍 Useful for run planning

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 No more free turn by turn
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
  • 🐛 Seems to no longer recognize footpaths

More Map Distance Measurement apps to explore

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Map Distance Measurement
Map Distance Measurement
Map Distance Measurement
Latitude and Longitude notes
Free

This app allows users to manually log GPS points and draw lines on a map to measure distances. It can share results on social media and offers battery-saving options by not using GPS continuously. The application does not operate in the background.

Manual GPS loggingDistance measurement on mapLine drawing tool
✈️ Travel
(54)
ad-supported
5
Measure Map GPS Field
Measure Map GPS Field
Measure Map GPS Field
Area Calculator
Free

This tool allows users to measure distances, routes, and areas directly on a map. It supports various coordinate types and measurement units, with options for different map views.

Measure distanceMeasure areaRoute calculation
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free
6
Simple Map Distance
Simple Map Distance
Simple Map Distance
by Michal Malek
$0.99

Measure distances on a map by tapping two points. Ideal for planning routes, exploring geography, or tracking exercise paths. Offers precise measurements without unnecessary features.

Tap two points to measure distanceConnect multiple points for route planningPrecise geographical measurements
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
paid
7
Distance - Find My Distance
Distance - Find My Distance
Distance - Find My Distance
Draw to find area & distance
Free

Easily measure distances and areas on a map by drawing routes. Features include a magnifier for precision, unit customization, and sharing options. Calculate travel time, fuel usage, and more with advanced options.

Draw routes to measure distanceCalculate area on mapMagnifier for precise drawing
🗺️ Navigation
(2.2K)
freemium
8
GPS Area Measure Map
GPS Area Measure Map
GPS Area Measure Map
Distance & Plot Area Measure
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
9
Distance Tool
Distance Tool
Distance Tool
Area, map & GPS calculator
Free

Calculate distances between points and areas of polygons on a map. Supports metric and imperial units, GPS location, and freehand drawing. Altitude calculation is also available, with or without data connectivity.

Distance calculation between pointsArea calculation for polygonsGPS location dropping
🔧 Utilities
(2.1K)
free with in-app purchases
10
GPS Field Area Measure GPS Map
GPS Field Area Measure GPS Map
GPS Field Area Measure GPS Map
GPS Fields Area Measure Map
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
Distance Map - Area Measure
Distance Map - Area Measure
Distance Map - Area Measure
GPS Route & Area Calculator
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
Map Area Calculator
Map Area Calculator
Map Area Calculator
GPS Land And Area Measurement
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
13
Distance & Area Measure On Map
Distance & Area Measure On Map
Distance & Area Measure On Map
Live Draw & Measure on gps Map
$2.99

Easily measure distances and areas on a GPS map by drawing paths, routes, or circles. Supports various metric units and map types, with options to save and share measurements in KML/KMZ formats. Works both online and offline.

Measure distance and area on GPS mapDraw paths, routes, circles, or use pinsSupports KML/KMZ file creation and loading
🗺️ Navigation
(3)
paid
14
Map Area Calculator - Marea
Map Area Calculator - Marea
Map Area Calculator - Marea
Measure field, land, acre, GPS
Free

Easily estimate land and field areas using GPS coordinates. Calculate distances between points and get results in multiple units. Premium features include saving measurements, adding notes, attaching photos, and calculating prices.

Estimate area from coordinatesCalculate distances between pointsMultiple unit conversions (sq meters, acres, etc.)
🗺️ Navigation
(4.7K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Map Measure Pro
Map Measure Pro
Map Measure Pro
Distance Measurement Tool
$1.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Geometer Map
Geometer Map
Geometer Map
Measure distances in maps
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Map Ruler - Distance Measure
Map Ruler - Distance Measure
Map Ruler - Distance Measure
Rangefinder & Area Measure
Free

Measure distances, plot routes, and calculate areas directly on a map. This straightforward application allows you to easily create paths for running, walking, or cycling, and determine the size of various locations. It's designed for intuitive use with simple taps to get directions and automatic calculations.

Plot running and walking routesCalculate distance between objectsMeasure area of buildings and roads
🗺️ Navigation
(18)
free with in-app purchases
18
Distance and Area Measurement
Distance and Area Measurement
Distance and Area Measurement
Using GPS
Free

Measure the area of a region or the length of a path by walking or driving around it. Simply start the measurement when the GPS is ready and press restart if initial positioning is unstable.

Measure path lengthMeasure area of regionsGPS-based measurement
🔧 Utilities
(2)
ad-supported
19
MapLab: GPS Area Measure
MapLab: GPS Area Measure
MapLab: GPS Area Measure
Measure Areas & Distances
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
GPS Fields Area - Measure Map
GPS Fields Area - Measure Map
GPS Fields Area - Measure Map
Land Survey, Distance, Acreage
Free

Easily measure distances, calculate field areas in acres, and mark specific locations on a map. This tool offers precise GPS-powered measurements for various outdoor applications.

Precise distance measurementField area and acreage calculationCustomizable location markers
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free

FAQ about Map Distance Measurement

What are the best map distance measurement apps for iPhone?
Measure Map tops our map distance measurement apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 5.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top map distance measurement apps we rank are free to download, including Measure Map and Footpath Route Planner.
Measure Map shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ map distance measurement apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Measure Map is an application designed to calculate distances between two or more points on a map, and also to measure areas. You can place markers on the map to define your points of interest and the app will display the calculated distance or area.
Key features include calculating distances and areas, outputting results in various units (meters, miles, feet, acres, etc.), saving and viewing measurement sessions, importing/exporting KML, KMZ, and CSV files, and supporting different coordinate systems like UTM and MGRS.