Avenza Maps
The best app for hiking, biking and all trails.
Overview
Avenza Maps is a powerful mobile mapping app that excels at offline use of custom and proprietary maps. Users can load their own georeferenced maps (like GeoPDFs or GeoTIFFs) or purchase maps from the Avenza Map Store. While its primary market is recreation, its ability to use custom engineering or survey maps makes it a valuable tool for utility field workers for navigation, site verification, and simple data collection without needing a live data connection.
✨ Key Features
- Offline use of custom raster and vector maps (GeoPDF, GeoTIFF)
- GPS tracking and navigation on any map
- Placemark and data collection with photos and notes
- Measure distances and areas
- Import and export data in KML/KMZ and GPX formats
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unparalleled support for custom georeferenced raster maps (GeoPDFs)
- Simple, intuitive interface focused on map viewing and basic data collection
- Large, curated map store for recreational and professional maps
Unique Value: Allows anyone to turn their phone or tablet into a powerful offline mapping tool using their own custom maps and drawings, without needing a complex GIS backend.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Forestry and natural resource management
- Search and rescue operations
- Utility right-of-way navigation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Enterprise, multi-user data editing and synchronization
- Complex data collection with structured forms and validation
- Managing a live, connected network model
🏆 Alternatives
Far simpler to use for offline map viewing than enterprise systems like Field Maps, and more focused on professional custom maps than recreational apps like Gaia GPS.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Pro tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Limited to importing 3 of your own maps.
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