OS Maps: Walk, Hike, Run, Bikev5.6.1

Released July 8, 2026Major

iOS

The latest major update introduced new route planning tools and profile management improvements. While the app saw an improved category rank of 6, the absence of post-update user reviews leaves the net impact on sentiment neutral. The update remains unproven against historical complaints regarding offline map reliability and subscription management.

What changed

New featureUpgraded Loop tool to provide up to two alternative paths with route statistics.
New featureIntroduced 'Hidden Gems' carousel on the Home screen to highlight lesser-known routes.
UXImproved profile management including photo cropping and direct editing of reviews and photos.

Reception

50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

UX
The app achieved an improved category rank of 6 following the release.

What didn't

New feature
no evidence
The lack of post-update user reviews prevents verification of the Loop tool or Hidden Gems carousel performance.
Content
no evidence
No user feedback exists to confirm if the content updates addressed prior friction regarding offline map reliability.

Marlvel takeaways

Monitor user reviews for mentions of the new Loop tool and Hidden Gems carousel to determine if these features address historical offline map reliability concerns.
Investigate if the improved profile management tools reduce the volume of support queries related to subscription cancellation hurdles.
Prioritize gathering qualitative feedback to determine if the current feature set aligns with the needs of the user base that previously reported technical friction.

Original release notes

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!