Gaia GPS: Offline GPS maps for hiking, hunting and overlanding. Mountain Project: Rock climbing routes and crags with community beta.
| Gaia GPS | Mountain Project | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps | Hiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide, best in North America |
| Updates | Periodically | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | Many map sources | Community contributions |
| Made by | Gaia GPS (Outside) | Mountain Project (onX) |
| Price | Free + paid plan | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | No account needed |
| On phones | Phone app available | Phone app available |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Gaia GPS
- Many topo and satellite layers
- Offline map downloads
- Track recording and routes
What you can do with Mountain Project
- Climbing areas on a map
- Route grades and descriptions
- Photos and comments
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.