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- From $11.99/mo
- Free to download
- In-app purchases
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| Free app | Yes | Free | — | Store published |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Limited free | — | Store published |
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Pricing & paywalls
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- 12 months — $11.99/month
- 12 months — $49.99/year ($4.16/mo)
Ratings & reviews
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5/5Must have for hiking in the UK
If you’re going hiking in the UK and not taking this app on your smartphone then you are a fool. Definitely worth the cost of the premium version to get access to the detailed maps and offline maps. OS maps always had amazing accuracy and detail - now you can use gps on your phone to see exactly where you are among all that detail. Great for planning free form hikes to get you off the beaten path. Only thing the app can’t tell you is the condition of the trail or footpath you are going to hike on - huge clumps of stinging nettles are a real thing - but you can use the app to replay your hike on the fly to avoid whatever you encounter that you don’t want to deal with. All this for less than the cost of a single paper map - it’s a bargain!
Jja76421 · 5 Aug 2026
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3/5Great app, but I can’t get to premium any more
I travel to the UK every few years and love the OS maps app. It’s great for planning walks to historic sites in the countryside and the subscription price is very reasonable for a month at a time. I’m heading to the UK soon and I can’t upgrade to premium. My devices say I already have a subscription on my Apple ID, but I don’t. It asks me to log in with my apple account but there is no “log in with apple” option, only e-mail. So I deleted my account and created a new one with my Apple ID e-mail address and it still does the same thing. Apple doesn’t even show the expired subscription from the last time I went to the UK. I assume because I paid OS directly instead of through the Apple Store. Now when I try to manage my subscription from the web, the website just pushes me back to the app and I get the same “You already have a subscription with this device’s apple ID” error. Please add Apple ID login so this weird billing thing doesn’t come up any more, or bring back web-based subscription creation. Great great app, terrible subscription infrastructure :-( EDIT: I was able to renew by searching my e-mail for the subscription receipt from years ago, which had a “manage subscription” link there. That took me to the App Store and let me Resubscribe, even though the App Store wasn’t listing the expired subscription. Sounds like Apple made some changes to the App Store list of subscriptions that has broken your user experience for US subscribers.
MisterBiscuits1978 · 5 Aug 2026
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1/5Major technical issues syncing to iPhone and I Pad
When I originally installed the apps and upgraded to Premium, everything worked fine. I logged out, but could never log back in with my premium subscription, both on the website and on the smart devices. I was finally able to log back on to their website but only by changing my password, which is ridiculous. And when I used the new password on my iPhone and iPad, in both cases I received the message that an unexpected error had occurred. Technical support did their best to help but the issue remains unresolved. There’s another feature of the app that is very annoying (this was before all my technical issues). The screen has a window with the option to start navigation. I only wanted to look at the route, not navigate. Unfortunately this window takes up a significant part of the screen, blocking a large part of the map. For some unknown reason, you can not close this window, and tech help said that the app developers aren’t currently going to change it. All in all, it’s a great app when it worked for me, and most people don’t appear to have had the problems I’ve experienced. I hope that tech people read this and do some more development work.
Dr Poston · 5 Aug 2026
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3/5Great maps, buggy app
I’ve used the os app for years and os maps for even longer. The maps are outstanding, but the app is too unreliable to count on. Unlike other mapping apps where you can work in an offline mode, when there is a problem with the os servers, you are logged out and unable to access your downloaded maps. This can be a critical problem, so I consider the os app to be more of a planning tool than something to rely on when I’m outdoors. There are several other buggy aspects, but most can be worked around. And as a planning tool, the os app is very helpful. It’s worth having just for the convenience of having the excellent os maps at your fingertips.
SW-SW · 5 Aug 2026
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1/5Just terrible
I downloaded a paper map, then zoomed in on it, but it failed to show up. I close & reopen map; still not showing. Then I kill the app, reopen, and finally the map shows on zoom in. Really this app is poorly map. I think I will move to AllTrails instead. OSM is so much better now. Previous complaint: drove to remote location with no mobile phone to do a hill walk. Opened the app and nothing worked: it had logged me out and refused to show my downloaded map. There I was, in the wilderness, and no electronic map! Thankfully, I brought paper map. This app is useless to me if it requires mobile data to operate on hill walks!
Jonathan M.C. · 5 Aug 2026
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Versions
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5.2.4
We’ve partnered with Forestry England to provide walking routes around the UK, find out more in this release by visiting the Home tab.
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5.3.0
In this release we’ve made it easier to find a specific route by introducing the option to search for the route by name and simplified how to reset your password.
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5.3.1
In this release, OS Maps premium subscribers can now view and plot in 3D across all map types. To turn 3D mode on, go to the map layers icon (three stacked squares) when viewing the map, and toggle on 3D mode.
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5.3.2
In this release, we’ve made it easier to discover routes from your favourite OS Maps partners like Sustrans and Country Walking Magazine. Just head to the Routes tab, tap Filter, go to Select Partners and select your favourite partners to find routes you’ll love and trust.
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5.3.3
This release contains small bug fixes.
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5.3.4
In this latest release you can now use OS Maps in landscape mode to create and find routes.
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5.4.0
In this release you can now save a dropped pin to your ‘Saved’ area so that you can use it later. You can choose to save your favourite pub, point of interest, or some where new you’d like to explore. You can then add a saved pin to a route, and share with friends. To save a pin, drop a pin or search for a location then tap ‘Save pin'. You can turn pins on or off by going to the map layers (3 squares icon), and see a list view under ‘Pins’ on the Saved tab.
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5.4.1
In this release, we’ve made improvements to map loading speeds and you can now watch a 3D fly-through of your route in portrait or landscape mode before heading out to follow it.
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5.4.2
This latest release includes multiple improvements: * We’ve made it easier to use and find routes on the Routes tab * To improve the security of your account, we’re asking users to verify their email address * Premium users can now export recorded activities as a GPX * Locate Me is now accessible from the three dots menu item when creating, recording, and following a route so that you can always check you precise information location easily
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5.4.3
With this release, you can now see obstacles and hazards on the map - things like fallen trees, blocked paths, or surprise mud baths – reported and shared by the OS Maps community. You’ll also see how many people have confirmed each one, so you know it’s legit. Toggle them on or off in the map layers. Want to report something? Tap the yellow speech bubble on your location, or drop a pin and select ‘Report obstacle or hazard’.
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5.4.4
With this release, you can now see obstacles and hazards on the map - things like fallen trees, blocked paths, or surprise mud baths – reported and shared by the OS Maps community. You’ll also see how many people have confirmed each one, so you know it’s legit. Toggle them on or off in the map layers. Want to report something? Tap the yellow speech bubble on your location, or drop a pin and select ‘Report obstacle or hazard’.
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5.4.5
Hey there, outsiders! With this latest update to our app, we've introduced a few questions to better understand the types of activities you enjoy, why you downloaded the app, and your experience level. This will help us tailor the app to your preferences and make your adventures even more fun!
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5.4.6
Hey there, outsiders! With this latest update to our app, we've introduced a few questions to better understand the types of activities you enjoy, why you downloaded the app, and your experience level. This will help us tailor the app to your preferences and make your adventures even more fun!
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5.4.7
Big update alert! OS Maps is back on smartwatches - record your adventures phone-free and sync later. On mobile, toggle crosshairs for pinpoint precision, enjoy fresh route and activity colours, spot partner logos on routes, and get smarter defaults based on your onboarding answers. Let’s go explore!
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5.4.8
Just a little tune-up We’ve made a few behind-the-scenes fixes to keep OS Maps running smoothly on your iPhone or iPad. No big changes—just a bit of polish to keep your adventures glitch-free. Update now and carry on exploring.
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5.5.0
What’s New? * Find Routes Faster: We’ve made it even easier to discover your next adventure. The route-finding experience is now simpler and more intuitive, so you can spend less time searching and more time exploring. * Speedier Map Downloads: Maps now download and load faster than ever. No more waiting around—just tap, download, and go. * Little Tweaks, Big Difference: We’ve polished a few things behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. Update now and see how quickly you can get from “Where to?” to “Let’s go!”
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5.5.1
What’s New? * Find Routes Faster: We’ve made it even easier to discover your next adventure. The route-finding experience is now simpler and more intuitive, so you can spend less time searching and more time exploring. * Speedier Map Downloads: Maps now download and load faster than ever. No more waiting around—just tap, download, and go. * Little Tweaks, Big Difference: We’ve polished a few things behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. Update now and see how quickly you can get from “Where to?” to “Let’s go!”
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5.5.2
What’s New? * Find Routes Faster: We’ve made it even easier to discover your next adventure. The route-finding experience is now simpler and more intuitive, so you can spend less time searching and more time exploring. * Speedier Map Downloads: Maps now download and load faster than ever. No more waiting around—just tap, download, and go. * Little Tweaks, Big Difference: We’ve polished a few things behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. Update now and see how quickly you can get from “Where to?” to “Let’s go!”
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5.5.3
Introducing Retrace Ever wished you could just tap and head back the way you came? Now you can! Our brand-new ‘Retrace’ tool lets you plot your return journey along the same route, perfect for out-and-back adventures. Find Routes, Your Way The Find Routes tab just got a makeover. Enjoy quick filters for speedy searching, a handy bottom sheet that shows routes right on the map, and new sorting options - by most popular, nearest to you, distance, or elevation. Finding your next route has never been easier (or more fun). Dropped Pins, Less Clutter We’ve tidied up the dropped pins menu so you can see more of the map and less of the menu. More view, less fuss. Share Your Search Found the perfect set of routes? You can now share a filtered route search view with friends, so everyone’s on the same page (and path). Update now and see how much easier it is to plan, explore, and share your next adventure!
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5.5.4
Maps on your wrist? Yes, please! You can now view our standard map on your watch and keep an eye on your activity recording while you’re out and about. We’re adding Points of Interest – starting with Transport and Accommodation categories to help you find what you need, right on the map. On the Routes tab, sharing just got smarter. Share your filtered view with others and filter by your saved routes for a more personalised experience. The Home tab gets a fresh new look with updated design and layout for a smoother experience. Creating routes is now even easier with an auto-download toggle, and when you bookmark, we’ll remind you to download so you’re always ready to go offline. Heads up: This will be our last release for iOS versions below 16. From the next update, iOS 16 will be the minimum requirement.
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5.5.5
This release introduces a fix to address an issue with loading of routes.
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5.5.6
Your private profile has arrived. It brings your reviews, shared routes and favourite photos together in one place that’s just for you. You can add a profile photo too, so it feels a bit more like home without sharing anything you don’t want to. We’ve also added a gradient value to the elevation chart. You can now scrub along the chart to see the elevation at any point on your route, making it easier to understand where the ups, downs and leg‑burners live. Distance from start to waypoints is now included as well, giving you clearer context as you move through a route. The minimum supported version is now iOS 16.
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5.5.7
We’ve given your OS Maps app a fresh new look with a redesigned map selector, added a new Outdoors Map for Ireland, two new US Maps from the U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service and made it easier to find the right route for your next adventure. Plus, we’ve squashed bugs and made things better behind the scenes. Update now and get exploring!
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5.6.0
Your Home screen just got an upgrade! Jump straight back into the action with our new ‘Recently Viewed’ and ‘Saved Routes Nearby’ widgets, perfect for those "where to next?" moments. We've added Topo Maps and route following to your Apple Watch for even better adventures on the move. Plus, we’ve smoothed out the experience with several bug fixes to keep your navigation as steady as your stride. Update now and let’s get exploring!
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5.6.1
· 8 Jul 2026
Get ready to explore more with our latest update! We’ve given our ‘Loop’ tool a major upgrade - now, when you’re planning a route, you can pick from up to two alternative paths with handy stats to help you choose the best way back. Found a spectacular trail that no one else has? Our new ‘Hidden Gems’ carousel surfaces high quality, lesser known routes right on your Home screen. Plus, managing your Profile is now a breeze, easily crop your photos, and tidy up your reviews or photos directly from your list. Happy exploring!
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- 5 Aug 2026
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