ViewRanger Outdoors GPS (USA) app review: your navigation guide

Introduction

If you're planning to head out on a trail then you'll want to check out this navigation app we've come across. The ViewRanger Outdoors GPS (USA) app can be used on your iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone as a guide and mapping offering that can help you discover exactly what the trails offer. This app features maps, a route tracker, and trail navigation all of which can be invaluable as you explore. This app can be used in the U.S. and Canada.

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Explore with Ease

Thanks to this app you can explore with ease and with peace of mind because there is no way you'll end up lost. Not only that, but the app helps by pin-pointing areas along the way that you may not have been aware of and would have missed otherwise. As mentioned with this app you will get U.S. topo mapping straight from AccuTerra and USGS maps, as well as the NRCAN maps for Canada for an additional $5. Of course there is mapping for other countries but you will need to purchase those maps. This app is able to provide your GPS mapped location regardless of whether you have a signal or not, it offers real-time location sharing, and there is an offline map mode.

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In this most recent update the app has seen a number of enhancements for those using iOS 7, loading the maps are now faster, there have been some layout changes, and more. In-app purchases range from $4.99 to $24.99 and has a customer rating of four out of five stars.

A Trail Companion Tool

You can think of this app as a trail companion tool providing you with information, making sure you don’t miss anything of interest, and keeping you on course. The app features an active route navigation, is integrated with Twitter, and Facebook, and allows you to track your path on a map that can be shared with others. You can even sync this app with your web account which makes for very streamlined and simple planning. This app manages to be useful before, during, and after your journey thanks to the variety of tools and information it provides.

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I like that this app can come in really handy for travelers experiencing a new region or park who want to learn about the area. You are able to create your own custom route of course of it you'd rather you can check out the pre-set cycles and walks already included in the app.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Very easy to use
• The ability to access offline maps
• Offers real-time location sharing
• Supports a number of countries

Cons

• This app can get pretty pricey depending on how many maps you need to purchase

Final Thoughts

The ViewRanger Outdoors GPS app can be used on your iPod touch, IPad, and iPhone to ensure you are able to plan your route perfectly and then track it along the way. I love that there are social aspects built into this app because it makes it feel more modern.