Maps 3d Pro App Reviews

We tested this out on a 20 mile snowshoe. My $600 Garmin ran out of battery half way there. This app kept tracking. I’ve been using it now for years. You don’t have to load extra maps that cost hundreds more, you don’t have to bring an extra item, just your phone, the mileage and elevation are accurate, it works reliably without service even deep in the North Cascades, and it is far more intuitive to use. It allows you to plot your own route but has most hiking trails already available. This is better than Gaia, Carin, and All trails. Please stay in business forever 🙏🏼

Muy buena aplicación

When I first purchased the app it had a satellite view option. I hate that they took it away, it was really useful sometimes. Other than that I love this app.

The map data and UI are both great, makes the app a joy to use. The only downside is there are some iOS features that they have called behind on, like background support, and layout for an iPad screen.

The app is useful, but like many others it can be frustrating when trying to plan a route. Often times there may be small gaps or sections of unmarked trail between established trails on the map. There is no way that I have found to use a combination of route calculation AND direct path measurements within the same planned route. So either the route calculation winds around an obscure path to connect 2 route points, or you’re stuck connecting a million route points, even on the parts that cover established map trails. Really there should be a setting to be able to change the routing options between set route points, instead of just for the whole planned route. Other features seem great, but I really wanted this app to accurately plan routes ahead of time, and it just doesn’t deliver in that realm.

You have to download maps in small sections, unless you pay $14 for the ability to download 1gig sections, which I don't mind the Dev making money, just an interesting business model. Frustrate the heck out of the customer to pay money. An odd business model but one that does have a valid angle. Most hikers I know are outside of Cellular range and while this app handles offline maps, be aware you need to pay a small fee, $4. Originally this was included in the app, hence map downloads but now it appears to be an upgrade. So this is a feature that was removed. Planning a big camping trip, well plan on a couple of hours to downloads maps, yes even with large map downloads. On the positive side, I do like this app and I want to love it but I just can't. I use it, along with MapOut and Topo Maps+ and what's interesting is that all three give different readings. From a privacy prospective, be aware the Dev does have rights to access you trails, tracks, etc. per the privacy policy. In my opinion the Developer should allow for whole states to be downloaded for a reasonable fee, especially considering that Apple host and downloads the file, up to 3gb I believe. So I have adjusted my two stars to three BUT back to two because of removing offline as a now paid feature.

You cannot get a refund for this app if you purchase it by mistake.

My hiking group used Maps3D ALL the time exclusively because we were able to exchange tracks via email. Now, when it is emailed, it comes up with gibberish. What happened? We are now exploring different apps to use that we can send GPX. Also, lately, it’s not been working as well. Very difficult to bring up the map whilst hiking. Just grid lines...so disappointed as I’ve used it for four years now and I have so many tracks in there. Would love it, if it could be resolved. That would be a five star rating.

[Update] My initial review was based on an experience involving a bad connection. Once that was sorted out it actually worked as advertised, though it still loads slowly when tested on numerous internet platforms. Unless you intend to buy the full app (in app purchase) there my be better free apps out there for planning a trip. If you are intending to go all in, I think it is a very helpful app to visualize an area you are thinking of hiking through. I have not used it on the trail, so I can’t add any info about using it in the field.

The Map of Americus Georgia is seriously outdated. The Hospital shown on the map was destroyed out by a Tornado in 2007 and Georgia South Western is a university not a college.

App works great on the iPhone. But on the iPad, it’s just the phone version. It should be a native app. I bought all the upgrades for the Pro version.

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Great app to use. Just download the map for the area you need and you can’t get lost. Used it for hiking and motorcycling trips and it was reliable and easy.

The offline map downloads are unbelievably slow. It took about 10 minutes to download 60mb over WiFi. It does not download in the background, which means you lose full functionality of the app for the duration. Large map chunks appear to be around 3gb... so if you did want to download a large chunk don’t plan on using the app today.

I have been a topographic map user for over 20 years. This 3D/2D App is superb! I immediately upgraded to the Maps Plus Package, since I liked what the basic package provided. I was able to find hiking and kayaking places that I visited for many years in 3 different countries: they are perfectly depicted in luxury of details. The support staff promptly responds to any question or recommendation. Maps 3D will not disappoint the outdoor enthusiast, it is highly recommended

I have been a topographic map user for over 20 years. This 3D/2D App is superb! I immediately upgraded to the Maps Plus Package, since I liked what the basic package provided. I was able to find hiking and kayaking places that I visited for many years in 3 different countries: they are perfectly depicted in luxury of details. Q: 1) Could Names of prominent mountain peaks stand out on a label? Currently, you have to zoom enough to discover the name, which becomes hard to read since it wraps around the contour of the 3D image (I use reading glasses) 2) Under Search, Could you show recently searched items? 3) Altitude in the English System does not correspond with the topographic Metric units in Canada

Great app to use. Just download the map for the area you need and you can’t get lost. Used it for hiking and motorcycling trips and it was reliable and easy.

Good app to record and planning trails, specially with the offline capability

Great Application! Downloaded maps and navigation in airplane mode lets you use GPS with very little battery drain. I’m planning on replacing my Garmin GPS with this, after testing on 9 day trip this summer.

It glitches when searching an address and then moving the map, really difficult to save a location , and is very slow. But when it works it’s very cool and useful

Great gps app. Best visual 3D representation of the terrain.

This app is amazing. I used it to hike the Quilotoa Loop in Ecuador which is notorious for getting people lost. It showed the trails perfectly and was especially useful because the hike has so many shifts in elevations. Being able to see and rotate the 3D map was invaluable. It was also great to be able to track our hike and save it. Don’t forget to download the area map BEFORE you leave home and mark your known waypoints. Other people on the trail had MapsMe which was not nearly as useful.

Misaligned 3D rendering to 2D contour map. Is there a way to align them? I can tell the misalignment because mountain peaks should be at the center of contour circles in which they aren’t. Other than that the 3D map looks amazing. However I would not recommend this for hiking because of the issue mentioned. The area I am looking at is Pinnacles National Park in California USA.

I’ve had the app for over a year now but haven’t had more than a couple occasions to use it. The available maps are of great detail and the convenience of downloading just the area you want/need is great. I love the fact that I can plan my route, switch to 3D, then fly through the route to see what climbs and descents I have in store. I’m a visual learner, so studying the maps on this app make my trips so much safer and enjoyable.

After paying for this app I could not zoom in with the quality show in the screen shots seeking the app. I would like my money back!!

I use this all the time for hiking and exploring. There is a little learning curve as you figure out how to download maps, plan routes, etc but once you figure it out it is super useful. It even works well when I put my phone in airplane mode to conserve battery.

I'm good with IAP to keep an app alive but $20 of IAP in a $5 app that rarely gets updated is garbage. There is no excuse this app doesn't have a tablet format and looks like junk on a tablet. Maps frequently hang downloading, take forever, and end up with a missing tiles error often, so I have no idea why I would want to pay $15 for larger maps when I can barely download the regular size ones.

Good app. Just wish it had iPad version

I love the way this app works. BUT, I have lost waypoints and your maps have to be re-downloaded after a phone change/upgrade (due to a technical issue with iOS). I was able to export waypoints that were part of a track, but Tracking can drain your battery life. The current version does a better job of exporting tracks, but all my waypoints that were not part of a track are gone when I upgraded to the iPhone 8+

Only used this app once, and it worked well. Will continue to explore the different features. I know it can do even more.

I’m an avid hunter and use this app every time I’m in the woods. Makes it easy to mark where my tree stands are, or where I find sign of deer. It is also nice to see where I’ve walked on the days I am walking through the woods.

I love this app, I work in conservation and having the ability to download maps in remote areas, track our movements and understand the terrain ahead is a huge bonus for me. The only thing I would want to see is a overlay option to be able to have all my old tracks in view, not just one I select.

It’s a great app🙏🙏🌹🌹❤️❤️

11/2/17 In fairness to the developers and their quick response I am updating my review to 3 stars. Having trouble duplicating screen blackout that previously occurred regularly now that I have complained :/ . Work in progress. Without that “blackout” app is good. 10/31/17 Update- Still buggy with screen blacked out on 7plus when I scroll or hit buttons. Why? No fix in the works or am I the only one using app ? Used this app for a long time. Enjoyed it also. Why is it STILL buggy with screen "blackout" when panning/zooming with all the latest hardware/software?

This is the best GPS app. No subscription plan; it's buy once and done. Maps can be cached for when you're off the network. Accuracy is great and tracked routes can be imported in Google earth.

A how to video in ENGLISH would be nice

After using many other similar applications, I finally ran across this one. Have used it on all of my hikes since then. Now, my Garmin is collecting dust. What else can I say? One happy hiker

We're new to hiking and have just used this for 3 trails so far but I love it! I love that it's downloaded on my phone so I don't need service to use it. I have found it helpful.

This app is incredible. It's what I've been looking for since the first iPhone came out. Finally someone has executed the backcountry gps app to near perfection. Unlike other apps that have come before, this doesn't feel janky and half baked. Even if it didn't have 3D mode it would still be way better than others. The features are well thought out, the UX is great and the product is polished and high quality. The 3D mode is the icing on the cake and makes navigation even that much easier than using maps with just contour lines. Offline map support works great and you can even choose between different map sources, e.g usgs or open street view. The app is built with energy conservation in mind and doesn't use much power even whilst tracking your route. It includes great stats too such as an elevation graph, speed, vert covered, etc. As an example of how well thought out the app is, you can choose between displaying altitude based on the terrain map that's more accurate or altitude from the gps that's less accurate but useful if you're flying. I can't stop raving about how much I love this app. As a climber, backcountry skier and paraglider pilot this just became one of the best pieces of 'gear' I own, for $5 bucks it's an absolute bargain.

Here is what it does very well for wilderness hiking: • Allows free topo maps download to memory so a data connection is not necessary when hiking. • It works perfectly in airplane mode. This saves phone battery and allows much longer duration hiking use (many hours) on the phones battery • It shows terrain in 3D with contours, unmarked trails, (herd paths) • From experience, it shows precise position on the map even when some satellites are blocked . • Shows altitude , miles walked ascent, descent , route terrain and ascent estimations. All in all this is a great app, it has never let me down , crashed or done anything unexpected. It has a few livable bugs , but I have found nothing else that covers all of the essential features.

I love the integration with both USGS topo maps ("quads") as well as OpenStreetMap. This has really helped me find my way on local trails, some of which are quite new. I just wish they had a dedicated iPad version and apple watch support too. But still a five star app.

Would be better if I can add opentopo map or other map sources.

I've tried many different apps to assist me while hiking. This one is reliable and does everything that I need it to do - and more.

I have used several other apps and this is definitely one of the best. 3D graphics are great and map details are very good. I used it for mountain biking and it's all I could ask for.

This used to be a great app. It no longer allows satellite view maps and is no longer useful for my uses. Too bad it was awesome once.

I use Maps 3D for trail running after getting lost a few times. Since getting this app, I haven't been lost. Love it. User friendly. I like the fact that I can see elevation on the maps to plan effort. No signal? Easy, download your map before heading out. Saved me several hundred dollars from buying a Garmin Rhino-this app performs the same basic functions.

Saved me from getting lost a few times already. I almost never write reviews but I made exception for this excellent app. Far cheaper and better than many alternative apps. Only complaint, as many other has noted, is how the app always takes you back to your current location when you click to download so you have to scroll all the way to find the area you were looking at. This is tricky sometimes because you might have been looking at the location of a particular landmark not easy to find on the map in the first place.

Updated review: I have been using this app on and off for the past few years. The developers have clearly been working hard the whole time. Unlike many tracking and routing apps that seem to be released and abandoned, this app has been consistently cared for. The original review's issues have been addressed mostly as well. Thanks for this awesome app guys! •————————————• Original review: This is a very nicely done app. The routing and map saving functions are really cool. The topography and POIs are a bit lacking. Staring at a trail on the map, I searched for the name and it didn't show in results. I use my old neotreks app to find trails and then this to plot and track the hike. Stuff like shelters and pay stations would be amazing. Please? Keep it up though guys :)

Great for hiking!! Many hiking trails intersect with other trails (that may or may not be shown on the map) so I find this app invaluable when hiking a trail for the first time. It takes away those nagging feelings that you may have taken a wrong turn. Hard to make mistakes when you've got the tracks for a trail imported to this app. However a big negative is how complex it is to import tracks. The instructions should be step-by-step and clearer to follow. Ideally there should be an easier way to import tracks but I guess once you get used to it, it's something you can live with.

Overall this is a great app for planning and tracking a hike. The ability to view location and tracks offline without a cell signal is fantastic and helped me a great deal during a 2 week backpacking trip to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, where the boys are responsible for navigating, but having a 3d map of the routes as a backup was so valuable. It helps me during a hike to check the terrain to see how much more uphill or downhill I've got to do before giving the knees a break. A couple of usability improvements would be greatly appreciated. 1) When downloading a map, it would be nice to have the default map area be the area currently being displayed, not the current location. The use case is this: I've downloaded a route or waypoint list and now want to download a map of the area. I choose "Add New Map", and the default region is my current location, and I have to pan and scroll over to where I hope the waypoints are. So annoying. 2) The process to import a .gpx file is cumbersome and not intuitive. Save to Dropbox, then Open the Maps 3D app, then go to Track List, then Import Tracks, then choose Open Dropbox, then Select the File, then Export > Open In ... and finally Maps 3D. It's a convoluted exercise that I wish was easier.

I just needed something to track my hikes. I really like how simple this app is. It shows all the information I'm interested in. I've used other apps that are just too busy and bloated. I don't care about calories, social feeds, recommendations, or what exercise activity I'm doing. I just want the basic geo stats. This is it!! It could be more stable though. Sometimes it seems as if the app freezes. Search could also be better.

I like the several different map layers available. I would prefer a layer that combines the features of Topo Map 2 and 3, since 3 has a lot of labeled Forest Service routes, but is low contrast. A slightly higher contrast Topo Map (like ViewRanger) would be nice too. The 3d feature is nice for visualizing trail altitude profile. The track recording features are very nice and the stats for a track are nice as well. The UI is the best I've seen on this type of mapping app. Clean, intuitive after minimal practice, and not at all clunky. Three things that leave me wanting: The biggest thing I would like to see from this app is the ability to store multiple map types for a given region. That way I could quickly switch from Topo 2 to USGS in the backcountry. The next is satellite imagery. Finally, the ability to use different coordinate systems like National Grid and MGRS, with the option to display at the top right under the elevation. Bonus: the ability to import and export GPS tracks.

You have to download maps in small sections!! Most hikers I know are outside of Cellular range and while this app handles offline maps, be aware you are FORCED to download small sections at a time. Planning a big camping trip, well plan on a couple of hours to downloads maps!! Development should allow for whole states to be downloaded but does not!!

I've used this pretty extensively to map hikes in and around Seoul. Almost always works well, although I've had it stop tracking twice - I THINK because I switched to too many other apps and Maps 3D was closed in the background. I now just remember to switch back to Maps 3D after using another app and all is fine. Perhaps that was even a bug that has been fixed in more recent versions, as it hasn't happened recently. At any rate, two things I'd really like: - the ability to show more than one recorded track on the map at a time. Maybe it is there, but I haven't found it. Like I said, there's a learning curve. - Apple Watch support. I'd really like to see my pace, distance, and altitude and be able to pause/resume recording without digging the phone out of my pocket.

I’ve had this app for a while alongside with Gaia. I’m dropping Gaia now bc they made it a subscription. I can tell you Maps3D does pretty much what I liked from Gaia.

Edited: - Using lat lon with this is pretty cumbersome. You must search in exact format such as loc:n34.285781, w117.632421 Then if you pan at all you lose the exact spot so have to immediately save it as a waypoint. Would be nice to just put in normal decimal coordinates that designate hemispheric direction with positive or negative numbers and drops a temp pin. Any deviation from this format, including a capital letter cause it to search it as a street address. The 3D topo is great and better than other apps except google earth but lacks an intuitive UX, doesn't have capability to switch to a satellite view and is difficult to search by coordinates in a functional manner. Sounds like it is being actively developed and some of the problems are being addressed and are also not too hard to fix so look fw to future releases.

Good mapping software and views. Use this app every day for hunting. Thanks

This was the best hiking app I've ever used. Until they removed the satellite view. Please bring it back. The app is basically worthless now.

This is THE BEST hiking gps app I’ve ever found. Faster to use than the best real GPSs and just about as accurate too. Smooth, reliable, and relatively low battery consumption. It is the ONLY app that not only has unlimited FREE topo maps (no costly subscriptions) but converts view into 3D for quicker map reading on the trail. Plan and share your route directly from the app or upload a gpx from sites like peakbagger. Quickly see how far you’ve gone and how far you have left to go (by distance, elevation or time based on speed). Change the view to have the map rotate with you for the ultimate bushwhacking tool. Has many trails already on the maps, including “secret” and decommissioned trails, even locations of remote outhouses from open maps. This app is better than any real GPS OS. If only the phone itself were as winter rugged reliable as a real GPS, I could just use this. This app is the primary reason I didn’t switch to Android when I bought a new phone (seriously make an android version so all my friends can have this amazing app too!) Room for improvement: For “plan a route,” trails may be connected in real life but app and graphhopper don’t know it. Makes it impossible to make one continuous gpx route. Would like the option to insert straight point segments to be combined with trail calculated segments to create one seamless route. Default map download area to area currently selected and not current location (per previous reviewers) Guidance feature to beep when off planned route by a set distance (dummy proof nav with screen off).

Nothing else comes close for 3D mapping trails.