Best Map Route Running Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

If you already know Footpath Route Planner, this is the deeper bench. 241+ map route running apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of August 2026.

Compare top Map Route Running Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Footpath Route PlannerFootpath Route PlannerFree4.8★ (22K)NoYesAug 2026
2Yandex Maps & NavigatorYandex Maps & NavigatorFree4.6★ (37K)NoYesAug 2026
3RunRouteRunRouteFreeNoNoMay 2026
4GPS Map NavigationGPS Map NavigationFree5.0★ (1)YesNoJul 2026
5MapRoutes: Route PlannerMapRoutes: Route PlannerFreeNoNoMay 2026
6RunningMap - RoutesRunningMap - RoutesFreeNoNoAug 2026
7Run Tracker Map: GPS & PacerRun Tracker Map: GPS & PacerFree4.5★ (2)NoNoAug 2026
8adidas Running: Run trackeradidas Running: Run trackerFree4.8★ (107K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Map Route Running

Footpath Route Planner#1

Footpath Route Planner by Half Mile Labs LLC

Running, Hiking, Bike Maps
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(22K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#76in 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
Yandex Maps & Navigator#2

Yandex Maps & Navigator by Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading

Transport, Transit, Navigation
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(37K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#39in Navigation
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Navigate your city with detailed maps, real-time traffic, and multi-modal routing. Find businesses, get directions by car, public transport, bike, or foot, and access offline maps for over 2000 cities.

What We Love

  • 👍 Convenient
  • 🚀 Great navigation
  • 💡 Helpful for finding places
  • 🔍 Detailed information on locations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate location tracking
  • 🐛 Unreliable public transport information
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

More Map Route Running apps to explore

4
GPS Map Navigation
GPS Map Navigation
GPS Map Navigation
Route planner, Traffic Alert
Free

Navigate seamlessly with real-time GPS guidance that adapts to traffic conditions. Offers multiple transportation modes, turn-by-turn voice directions, and points of interest. Customize routes to avoid tolls or highways for your ideal journey.

Real-time GPS guidanceTraffic condition updatesMultiple transportation modes
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
ad-supported
5
MapRoutes: Route Planner
MapRoutes: Route Planner
MapRoutes: Route Planner
Multi-Stop Route Planning
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
6
RunningMap - Routes
RunningMap - Routes
RunningMap - Routes
Walk, Run, Bike & Drive !
Free

This navigation app allows users to create, discover, and follow custom routes for walking, running, cycling, and driving. It offers real-time turn-by-turn navigation, performance tracking, and social sharing features. The app is completely free with no ads or in-app purchases.

Create custom routesReal-time GPS navigationMulti-activity support (walk, run, bike, drive)
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
7
Run Tracker Map: GPS & Pacer
Run Tracker Map: GPS & Pacer
Run Tracker Map: GPS & Pacer
Running routes for Runkeeper
Free

Track your runs with real-time pace, distance, and calories burned. This free, lightweight app offers GPS route saving and offline mode without ads or login requirements.

Real-time pace, distance, and duration trackingGPS route saving and mappingCalorie burned estimation
⚽ Sports
(2)
free
8
adidas Running: Run tracker
adidas Running: Run tracker
adidas Running: Run tracker
From Walk to Marathon training
Free

Track your runs and fitness activities with personalized training plans for all levels. Connect with a global community, join challenges, and monitor your progress with detailed stats and expert guidance.

Activity tracking for running, walking, cycling, and morePersonalized training plans for various distancesSyncs with Health Connect and popular devices
💪 Health & Fitness
(107K)
ad-supported
9
TouchRoute
TouchRoute
TouchRoute
Easily create and share routes
Free

Easily create and share custom routes by tapping on a map. Send your routes to friends or export them to popular fitness apps. View current weather conditions directly on the map.

Tap to create routesShare routes with othersExport to Garmin Connect, Strava, MapMyRun
🔧 Utilities
(7)
free with in-app purchases
10
MilesMe
MilesMe
MilesMe
Smart Running Loop Route
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
11
Route Planner & Optimizer
Route Planner & Optimizer
Route Planner & Optimizer
Multi stop, AA, My Way, Map
Free

This app helps you plan and optimize multi-stop routes for various activities like running, travel, and deliveries. It allows for quick stop additions, instant route optimization, and real-time adjustments to save time, energy, and fuel.

Instant multi-stop route planningRoute optimization for speedRunning and walking route mapping
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free with in-app purchases
12
Share Track–GPS Route Map
Share Track–GPS Route Map
Share Track–GPS Route Map
Track Hiking,Running&Cycling
Free

Record, save, and share your GPS routes with rich media. This app lets you add photos, videos, and voice notes to your journeys, creating a visual story on the map. It's perfect for outdoor adventures, travel, and everyday activities.

GPS route recordingAdd photos and videos to mapShare routes with friends
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free with in-app purchases
13
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Hike & Bike Route Planner
Free

Plan and navigate hiking, biking, and skiing routes worldwide with detailed offline maps. Discover points of interest, access weather forecasts, and utilize voice navigation for various activities. Track your adventures and share your location with others.

Offline world mapsHiking and biking trail planningVoice navigation
✈️ Travel
(1.3K)
freemium
14
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Plan and follow gpx routes
Free

Transform your device into a powerful GPS with detailed topographic maps for offline use. Plan, record, and follow routes for various outdoor activities. Access detailed maps and route management features without needing an expensive dedicated device.

Detailed topographic mapsOffline map accessRoute recording and planning
🗺️ Navigation
(462)
free with in-app purchases
15
WristTopo: Maps for Watch
WristTopo: Maps for Watch
WristTopo: Maps for Watch
Hiking, Running & Biking GPS
Free
$3.99 | 100% OFF

Plan and navigate outdoor routes on your Apple Watch without your phone. Offers turn-by-turn directions, offline maps, and route planning for various activities like hiking, running, and cycling. Syncs GPX files and provides real-time elevation and distance feedback.

Offline Apple Watch navigationTurn-by-turn voice guidanceRoute planning on iPhone and Watch
💪 Health & Fitness
(57)
free with in-app purchases
16
Go Map!!
Go Map!!
Go Map!!
by Bryce Cogswell
Free

Contribute to the world's largest collaborative map by adding and editing points of interest, streets, paths, and more. Track your location, resolve notes, and work offline with full undo/redo capabilities. Explore existing map data and see who made recent edits.

Create and edit OpenStreetMap dataAdd points of interest, streets, and pathsTrack location and heading
🔧 Utilities
(319)
free
17
EasyRoute
EasyRoute
EasyRoute
by John Famiglietti
Free

Plan custom routes for running, biking, and walking by tapping your desired path. Get turn-by-turn directions on your iPhone or Apple Watch, even offline. Share routes and integrate with workout apps.

Custom route planning by tappingRoad and path followingDrag-to-customize routes
💪 Health & Fitness
(52)
free with in-app purchases
18
PlaceMaker Route Planner
PlaceMaker Route Planner
PlaceMaker Route Planner
Delivery and Road Trip Map App
Free

Plan efficient routes with multiple stops and optimize your travel. Easily enter addresses via text or barcode scanning. Share your lists and integrate with popular navigation apps.

Route planning up to 500 stopsText and barcode address scanningRoute optimization (premium)
🗺️ Navigation
(4.2K)
free with in-app purchases
19
OS Maps: Walk, Hike, Run, Bike
OS Maps: Walk, Hike, Run, Bike
OS Maps: Walk, Hike, Run, Bike
Trail map, plan & GPS navigate
Free

Discover and plan outdoor adventures with detailed maps and GPS navigation. Track your hikes, runs, and bike rides, and stay safe with offline maps and community alerts. Explore new trails and relive your past activities.

Detailed trail mapsGPS navigationOffline map downloads
🗺️ Navigation
(440)
subscription
20
GPS Route Explorer
GPS Route Explorer
GPS Route Explorer
Plan routes & simulate travel
Free

Plan and visualize journeys with a powerful route simulator. Create custom paths, simulate movement at various speeds, and explore cities virtually. Save past routes and test location-based scenarios with an intuitive interface.

Custom route planningLocation movement simulationMulti-point navigation
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Map Route Running

What are the best map route running apps for iPhone?
Footpath Route Planner tops our map route running apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 22K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top map route running apps we rank are free to download, including Footpath Route Planner and Yandex Maps & Navigator.
Footpath Route Planner has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 241+ map route running apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows users to plan and navigate custom routes for a variety of outdoor activities like running, hiking, and cycling. You can draw your route with a finger, and the app will automatically snap to roads and trails. It also provides distance and elevation measurements, along with turn-by-turn directions.
Key features include snapping routes to roads and trails, measuring distances and elevations, providing turn-by-turn navigation with offline capabilities, and the ability to share routes with others. The premium version offers advanced features like premium offline maps and route organization.