Reviews for BackCountry Navigator XE: Topo

The developer is responsive and currently looking into map download problems. The app has been my favorite go-to for my off-road adventures for years. I like the simplicity and being able to create and edit trips both on the web and on my phone. Having access to all the different kinds of maps is a […]

Didn t work for me. I could not import .gpx, app only wanted mytrips folder which I couldn’t find on the phone so I could not copy downloaded tracks there. Point tot Point navigation let me set several Points once but didn’t connect them. After that it would only put one point. Maps look good, […]

I’ve used this app (and earlier versions) for many years. Not the easiest user interface to learn but the app capabilities and access to map collections are awesome. I’ve downloaded and used topo maps while hiking in Spain, nautical charts for sailing in the San Juan Islands, and various maps for exploring closer to home. […]

I was introduced to BackCountry Navigator 5 years ago I purchased Pro and even though a few bugs the program served me well. When offered to get on XE early I jumped on the opportunity. I could see the potential but became doubtful as the development took way long then I had anticipated. Eventually I […]

It’s not terrible, I wish it would show the hwy, maybe even just the number in the highlighted line, not all of our places we go too, do we know all that well, would sure help in navigetion. I see the smaller roads, which is awesome! Thank you for that. I just don’t want to […]

I’m here to edit my previous review. The folks here are quite responsive and feel like they are pretty straight forward. The forest service maps aren’t as good as they used to be but sounds like they’re working on it as a third party withdrew. Found another app for my Forest service maps. I think […]

I’ve successfully used the app for years to navigate in the forest. I recently bought a lake depth overlay and cannot get it to work. I put in a help ticket and was asked for screen shots. I provided all that they asked for. After a couple months of waiting they said they debugged and […]

The process for adding waypoints is poor, as it’s very hard to place them correctly unless you are stood on the spot you wish to pin. You also can’t add them without creating a “trip”, which I can do easily on other apps. I was considering switching to this from Offline Maps, but it’s poor […]

Update: thanks for the response from support team! I’ve paid for and downloaded (multiple times) an overlay, but it will not load. Every time I try to download it, it literally takes over an hour despite my high end phone and fast internet. I’ve even tried saving it to different locations.

I used to love this app. But now it doesn’t even work….. Everytime I try to download a map it closes the app. What am I paying for!? If you can’t even download a map and can only use the app if there is signal, well that makes it a useless “Backcountry Navigation” app and […]

Loved Backcountry Navigator Pro but with current Android updates it doesn’t really work anymore. So I thought I would try the new version but I keep getting an error message when attempting to download maps that the app doesn’t have permissions to write to external memory, which my phone doesn’t have. Looks like new overly […]

Paid account renewal did not get applied to my account. After over one month and several stalling messages from the developer but no fix they stopped responding forcing me to get a refund from Google. Do not risk your money by paying for a subscription that you may not get.

This app is great for navigation outdoors. Wide variety of excellent map sources, including a vector topo map that’s very efficient in terms of file size. Powerful tools for drawing and measuring on maps (for when you want to know how much farther it is). Good integration with a website for trip planning if that’s […]

I’ve tried various GPS mapping apps and Backcountry Navigator is the best. I’m a walker/hiker in the UK and have using the old “Backcountry Navigator Pro” version for years, and it’s been super. The huge plus for us in the UK is that it includes (free) OS 25000k scale mapping, which is the best map […]

But wait, it gets worse. A new phone, login and the stuff I have paid for is not accessible. No support (see below). basically double the annual subscription from the quoted price as every other year you pay and get nothing. Dire, money deducted for a subscription renewal but the renewal has not worked. Google […]

I have been using the Pro version for many years and found it to be very useful. I have had XE from its beginning and finally started to use it this past year. It seems to work well although not always extremely intuitive, especially in getting maps downloaded for off-line use. You also need to […]

This app helped us find our way many times. It takes a bit to learn (because it does so much.) Offline mode is a must and it comes through. There are TOPO maps and they really help navigate. Many maps to choose from. The developer works his tail off to make it more useful. There […]

Been using this app for years as a paying member. When it works, it is awesome, but there have been many bugs and glitches over the years. Now i can no longer import gpx files, it says permission denied. And even more of an issue, is no longer being able to record tracks. It instantly […]

I love this app, been using it for 2 years for backpacking. In this app u can save your track and view your track without an internet connection. In AllTrails you can’t view any of your tracks until u get connected to the internet next, making it impossible to follow your track home the next […]

It doesn’t have all of the bells and whistles as some other trail map apps, but for serious backcountry navigation I think it’s the best one out there, and I’ve tried them all actually out in the field. It does still have some bugs, but they are actively improving it. One important note: if you […]