MapOut
MapOut: An iPhone mapping app for offline place search, topographic maps, and route planning. Ranked #48 of 52 in Offline Maps Apps by our editors (4.5/10); pricing: Paid; best for iPhone users planning trips with offline topographic maps.
At a glance
- Editor score4.5 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best foriPhone users planning trips with offline topographic maps
- Free planNo
- Offline map downloadsYes
- Facts checked3 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Search downloaded map data for places and streets offline
- Draw routes and view distance, elevation changes, and route profiles
- Import and export GPX routes; record tours and add waypoints
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS
- Does not provide turn-by-turn navigation
- Requires a paid purchase; there is no free plan
Our verdict on MapOut
MapOut is an offline mapping app for iPhone and iPad, aimed at hikers, cyclists, and travelers who want to browse maps and plan or follow routes without cellular service. It offers global map coverage, downloadable regions, and offline search for places and streets in the downloaded data. Topographic maps show contour lines and terrain shading, while overlays cover hiking, biking, skiing, tourism, and transit. Route drawing supports walking, cycling, and freeform options, with tour recording and waypoint management also included.
Route planning is the app’s central strength. Users can draw and edit routes, import or export GPX files, and inspect tour distance, elevation changes, and a route profile. These tools suit people who want to prepare or review a track and keep its map available offline. The published description and manual cover following tours, but not turn-by-turn voice or step-by-step navigation. MapOut is therefore a better fit for map-based trip planning than for drivers or anyone who expects spoken, guided directions.
The US App Store listing shows a one-time purchase of $4.99, with prices varying by region; there is no free plan. The listed MapOut plan includes offline maps, route planning, and tour recording. Its iOS-only availability narrows the choice for people using Android or desktop devices, and the stated support channel is documentation. Choose MapOut if an iPhone or iPad, offline search, terrain detail, and GPX exchange match your planning routine. Look elsewhere if you need turn-by-turn navigation or an app that runs across mobile platforms.
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MapOut fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Offline map downloads | Yes |
| Turn-by-turn navigation | No |
| Map coverage | Global |
| Outdoor navigation | Yes |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Offline place search | Yes |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | mapout.app |
| Facts checked | 3 Oct 2026 |
Alternatives to MapOut
- Apple MapsA free Apple navigation app with offline maps and directions in supported areas.9.3
- OsmAndDetailed offline mapping with navigation for road trips and outdoor routes.9.2
- KomootOutdoor route planning with activity-specific guidance and offline maps.9.1
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