Best Topography Lite Apps

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

This tool helps civil engineers, architects, and surveyors measure surface areas and convert coordinates to UTM EGSA87. It allows users to calculate polygon areas, export measurements in DXF, KML, and TXT formats, and input coordinates manually or by selecting points on a map.

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping by CalTopo LLC

Route Planning & Navigation

Strong Contender

4.8😊(7.6K ratings)

Free

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Plan and navigate off-grid adventures with detailed offline maps and real-time weather forecasts. Trusted by professionals, this app offers seamless syncing and collaborative planning for backcountry pursuits.

What We Love

🚀 Powerful mapping features
💡 Extensive data layers
👍 Detailed trail and terrain information
👍 Useful for SAR operations
👍 Great for planning outdoor adventures

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy and unstable mobile app
🐛 Maps not always loading properly
🐛 Slow map rendering
🔋 High battery consumption
👎 Difficult to use for casual users

GPS Tracks by David Morneault

GPS Tracker and Offline Maps

Worth Considering

3D Mappa - GIS & Topo Models

4.7😊(18K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#67in Navigation

Track outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and running with detailed route recording and waypoint navigation. Explore offline with downloadable maps and various map layers. Share your real-time location with friends and access advanced measurement tools.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate GPS tracking
👍 Intuitive and easy to use
💡 Versatile features for various activities
🚀 Responsive customer support
👍 Reliable and consistent performance

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
🔋 Battery drain issues
🔒 Concerns about privacy and data security
👎 Offline maps not fully functional

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Terrain analysis with 10+ lenses3D Digital Elevation Model creationAI-powered site audits

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Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps

Offline Maps & GPS Navigation

Offline map downloadsSmart route-building toolsLive location sharing

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Convert coordinates to UTM EGSA87 DatumCalculate polygon area in square metersExport measurements in DXF format

Topography

by Georgios Graikousis

$3.99

This tool helps civil engineers, architects, and surveyors measure surface areas and convert coordinates. It allows users to calculate polygon areas, convert coordinates to UTM EGSA87 Datum, and export measurements in DXF, KML, or TXT formats via email.

Topographic maps in 2D and 3D

Offline topographic maps2D and 3D map viewsTrack recording and sharing

Access detailed topographic maps and satellite imagery for the US and Canada, usable offline. Record and share tracks, plan routes with 2D/3D visualization, and view geolocated photos. Offers hybrid map modes and offline search capabilities.

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WristTopo: Maps for Watch

Hiking, Running & Biking GPS

Offline topographic mapsSpoken turn-by-turn directionsRoute planning on iPhone and Watch

Plan and follow outdoor routes on your iPhone and Apple Watch with detailed topographic maps and spoken turn-by-turn directions. Download entire countries or states for offline use and record your activities with advanced metrics. The watch functions independently of your phone.

USGS and Canadian topo maps

$19.99

Access detailed topographical maps for hiking and backcountry activities. Download maps for offline use and navigate with features like waypoints, current location tracking, and compass alignment. Search for millions of geographical features.

Offline topographical map accessUSGS and Canadian map downloadsWaypoint marking and GPX import/export

This app provides detailed offline topographic maps of the United States, including streets, trails, and terrain data. It offers navigation tools like location tracking, compass, and route planning, functioning without any internet connection. It's designed for backcountry use and emergencies.

Offline US state topographic mapsLocation tracking and compassOffline route planning

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USGS Topo Map & Hiking Trails

$4.99

Access detailed USGS topographic maps and satellite imagery for offline use. Track your hikes with distance, elevation, and calorie data. View various data themes like trails, hydrography, and land cover.

Offline USGS topographic mapsSatellite and topo map layersHiking activity tracker

by DC Cloud Apps, LLC

Download US topographic mapsOffline map viewingGPS location tracking

Access and download detailed topographic maps of the United States for offline use. Track your location, mark waypoints, and record your routes for outdoor activities. Navigate with direction arrows and measure distances on the map.

Land nav training and practice

USGS Topographical Maps

Download USGS topographical maps offlineImport geospatial PDF mapsOffline GPS usage on downloaded maps

Access and use detailed USGS topographical maps offline, even historical versions. Import your own geospatial PDF maps for navigation, route planning, and distance measurement. Ideal for outdoor adventures and geographical exploration.

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Easy to go climbing – anywhere

Thousands of community-created toposFilter by grade, rating, and style3D map with GPS navigation

Discover and navigate thousands of climbing routes worldwide with detailed topos, maps, and photos. Find the perfect climb by filtering grade, rating, and style, and log your progress. Support local climbing communities as 50% of subscription profits go to authors.

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Standalone Apple Watch GPSOffline GPX file supportTopographic and OpenStreetMap maps

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Hiking & Backpacking Topo Maps

Offline topographic mapsGPS tracking and navigationField guide for plants and animals

Navigate and explore the outdoors with detailed topographic maps and GPS. Discover local flora and fauna, record your journeys, and save offline data for remote adventures. Build a personal atlas of your explorations and share memories.

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3D mountain visualizationsOffline GPS navigationHike logging with stats and photos

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