Best Map Ruler Apps

214+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

If you already know Map Ruler, this is the deeper bench. 214+ map ruler apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of July 2026.

Compare top Map Ruler Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Map Ruler - Distance MeasureMap Ruler - Distance MeasureFree3.8★ (18)YesYesAug 2026
2Measure MapMeasure MapFree4.7★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
3Footpath Route PlannerFootpath Route PlannerFree4.8★ (22K)NoYesAug 2026
4Measure Distance On MapMeasure Distance On MapFree4.7★ (43)YesNoJul 2026
5Distance ToolDistance ToolFree4.4★ (2.1K)NoYesAug 2026
6MapRuler for paper mapMapRuler for paper mapFreeYesNoMay 2026
7Mgrs & Utm MapMgrs & Utm MapFree4.6★ (2.5K)YesYesAug 2026
8GPS Fields Area Measure MapGPS Fields Area Measure MapFree4.6★ (12K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Map Ruler

Map Ruler - Distance Measure#1

Map Ruler - Distance Measure by Sergey Irgeshov

Rangefinder & Area Measure
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
3.8(18 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

Measure Map#2

Measure Map by Xuan Luong Do

Smart Tool For You
Strong Contender
🔧 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#3

Footpath Route Planner by Half Mile Labs LLC

Running, Hiking, Bike Maps
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(22K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#65in 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 Ruler apps to explore

4
Measure Distance On Map
Measure Distance On Map
Measure Distance On Map
Your way to measure it
Free

Easily measure distances on a map using various methods. Save and load your recorded routes for future reference. This tool offers flexibility in how you track distances.

Measure distance on mapMultiple measurement methodsSave routes
🔧 Utilities
(43)
ad-supported
5
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
6
MapRuler for paper map
MapRuler for paper map
MapRuler for paper map
This is for use on a paper map
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
7
Mgrs & Utm Map
Mgrs & Utm Map
Mgrs & Utm Map
by Vahid Cataltas
Free

Navigate the outdoors with precision using GPS and multiple coordinate systems. Ideal for military, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts, it displays your accurate position on various map layers and supports KML import/export.

GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS supportAccurate position displayMultiple map layers
🗺️ Navigation
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
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
10
FieldCalc - GPS Area Measure
FieldCalc - GPS Area Measure
FieldCalc - GPS Area Measure
Measure Distance & Plot Acres
Free

This application uses GPS to accurately measure land areas and distances. It offers tools for calculating acreage, drawing boundaries on maps, and measuring perimeters. Users can also subtract areas and track their speed while measuring.

GPS Field Area MeasureDistance ToolAcreage Calculator
🔧 Utilities
(8.6K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Voice typing for work & chat
Free

This AI-powered keyboard transforms your voice into polished text for emails, chats, and documents. It offers instant speech-to-text, AI rewrite suggestions for tone and grammar, and supports over 100 languages. Ideal for efficient communication and note-taking.

Instant speech-to-textAI rewrite suggestionsStyle-matching tone adaptation
📊 Productivity
(964)
free with in-app purchases
12
Planimeter Pro for map measure
Planimeter Pro for map measure
Planimeter Pro for map measure
Measure farm or path on map
$3.99

This application allows users to accurately measure distances and areas directly on a map. It supports various measurement shapes, multiple simultaneous measurements, and live GPS tracking. Users can save, share, and configure their measurements with customizable units and visual styles.

Measure distance and areaSupport path, polygon, star, or circle shapesMeasure multiple areas simultaneously
🔧 Utilities
(916)
free with in-app purchases
13
Field Area MeasureーLand Parcel
Field Area MeasureーLand Parcel
Field Area MeasureーLand Parcel
Tape-Measure for Distance GPS
Free

Measure land parcels and areas of any size using various methods including map-based, GPS tracking, and augmented reality. Accurately calculate distances and perimeters for both large fields and smaller spaces. Save and access all your measurements in a convenient history.

Map-based area measurementGPS tracking for accurate measurementAugmented Reality (AR) measurement
📊 Productivity
(726)
subscription
14
GPS Land Measurement & Survey
GPS Land Measurement & Survey
GPS Land Measurement & Survey
Farm & Roof Area Calculator
Free

This app provides precise GPS-based land and distance measurements for professionals and individuals. It offers various tools for area calculation, surveying, and navigation, supporting multiple units and offline access.

GPS Live Mode for real-time distance measurementAccurate area and perimeter calculationsSupport for multiple measurement units
🔧 Utilities
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Blue 360 Media
Blue 360 Media
Blue 360 Media
Quickly Find Legal Resources
Free

Access a comprehensive library of legal information for law enforcement professionals. Quickly find criminal and traffic codes, search across all publications simultaneously, and customize your reading experience with adjustable font sizes and navigation controls.

Search across all publicationsAccess criminal and traffic codesSwitch between publication editions
📚 Books
(3)
free
16
Location Maps - Measure Map
Location Maps - Measure Map
Location Maps - Measure Map
Distance & Area Measure
Free

Easily track your current location in real-time, share it with friends, and measure land areas using GPS. Find routes, search addresses, and utilize a built-in compass for accurate directions. Supports satellite, terrain, and hybrid map views.

Live location trackingLocation sharingLand area measurement
🗺️ Navigation
(131)
free
17
Field MapS - Measure Land GPS
Field MapS - Measure Land GPS
Field MapS - Measure Land GPS
Property Area Survey Distance
Free

Measure distances, perimeters, and areas with high precision, even accounting for Earth's curvature. Ideal for various users needing accurate land measurements, with options to share findings easily.

Measure distances, perimeters, and areasAccounts for Earth's curvatureHigh precision measurements
🗺️ Navigation
(560)
subscription
18
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
19
Planimeter for map measure
Planimeter for map measure
Planimeter for map measure
Measure area / distance on map
Free

This application allows users to measure distances and areas directly on a map. It supports various measurement shapes and units, making it ideal for calculating land, roads, or other visible map features. Users can save, share, and locate points using GPS or search.

Measure distance and areaSupport path, polygon, star, or circle shapesMeasure multiple areas simultaneously
🔧 Utilities
(855)
free
20
Distances Pro
Distances Pro
Distances Pro
Map Area & Distance Calculator
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Measure distances and calculate areas directly on a map by sketching paths with your finger. Supports both metric and imperial units, with options to export your measurements.

Sketch to measure length and areaInstant results while drawingMetric and imperial units
🗺️ Navigation
(34)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Map Ruler

What are the best map ruler apps for iPhone?
Map Ruler - Distance Measure tops our map ruler apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 3.8-star average from 18 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top map ruler apps we rank are free to download, including Map Ruler - Distance Measure and Measure Map.
Map Ruler - Distance Measure shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 214+ map ruler apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The accuracy of Map Ruler depends on the underlying map data and GPS signal. While the app calculates distances and routes automatically, users should be aware that GPS-based measurements can have inherent variations. The app has a rating of 3.4 stars from 7 ratings.
The provided data does not specify whether Map Ruler supports offline functionality for its measurement features. Typically, map-based applications require an internet connection to access map tiles and calculate routes.

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