Maps 3D - Hike & Bike icon
Maps 3D PRO - Hike & Bike icon

movingworld

For outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, cyclists, and skiers, who require detailed elevation data for off-road navigation.

2apps4.4(259)Health & FitnessNavigation

Snapshot

Who is movingworld?

Providing outdoor enthusiasts with high-fidelity 3D topographical maps for precise navigation in unfamiliar terrain.

Target audience

Outdoor enthusiastsIncluding hikersCyclists

Active nemesis

Natural Atlas

Other rivals

Portfolio

Free 1
2
apps
Health & Fitness1
Navigation1

Last updated

Maps 3D PRO - Hike & Bike

v6.8

2.3y ago

Dormant

Publisher DNA

What defines movingworld?

Publisher DNA

Primary focus

Outdoor navigation and 3D topographical mapping

Scale

indie

Target audience

Outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, cyclists, and skiers, who require detailed elevation data for off-road navigation.

Origin

Established around 2011 with the launch of their 3D mapping technology, which gained early traction in the Navigation category.

Signature Patterns

  • Focus on 3D terrain and elevation visualization for outdoor activities
  • Dual-product strategy featuring a free entry-level app and a 'PRO' paid version
  • Targeting high-intent outdoor niches like trekking, skiing, and mountain biking
  • Emphasis on offline functionality for remote navigation
Dormant

Portfolio momentum

No updates have been released across the 2-app portfolio in the last 6 months, with both titles currently flagged as abandoned.

Active apps 0Abandoned 2

Company profile

low confidence
Headquarters
Germany

Portfolio

What does movingworld ship?

Apps

2 apps analysed

Europe-centric footprint across 7 markets.

Based on 1 of 2 apps with localized market data, more coverage rolling in as scans complete · last scanned .

Americas (2)

  • Mexico1 / 1
  • United States1 / 1

Europe (5)

  • France1 / 1
  • Germany1 / 1
  • Italy1 / 1
  • Netherlands1 / 1
  • Spain1 / 1

Core markets (1/1 apps)

FranceGermanyItalyMexicoNetherlandsSpainUnited States

Rivals

Who does movingworld compete with?

The rivals identified

Nemeses(1)

Natural Atlas

known forNatural Atlas: Topo Maps & GPS

1 app4.5Navigation

Natural Atlas competes for the same outdoor navigation audience by offering a free, discovery-oriented toolset that includes field guides for local flora and fauna alongside mapping features.

Same space(18)

Avenza Systems

known forAvenza Maps: Offline Mapping

1 app4.8Navigation

Serves the same professional field-worker segment requiring reliable offline navigation.

BaseMap

known forBaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps

1 app4.6Navigation

Targets hunters with specialized land ownership and parcel data.

Bikemap

known forBikemap: Bicycle Tracker & GPS

2 apps4.2Navigation

Serves the same cycling demographic with specialized route planning.

calimoto

known forcalimoto Motorcycle Navigation

2 apps4.2Navigation

Targets motorcycle riders with specialized scenic routing algorithms.

Citymapper

known forCitymapper: All Live Transit

1 app4.8Navigation

Provides urban navigation alternatives for users who also use outdoor tools for transit.

David Morneault

known forGPS Tracks

1 app4.7Navigation

Shares the outdoor activity tracking and offline mapping audience.

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading

known forYandex Maps & Navigator

1 app4.7Navigation

Offers multi-modal routing for users who also require offline map capabilities.

Glacier Peak Studios

known forTopo Maps+: Topographic Maps

1 app4.7Navigation

Focuses on the same backcountry exploration and terrain analysis audience.

GOLD DISCOVERY SOLUTIONS PTY

known forDetector Maps

1 app4.6Navigation

Provides specialized geological intelligence for remote exploration.

Goldlab Applications Yazilim Bilişim Anonim Şirketi

known forMapXplorer: Map Radar Navigate

1 app4.5Navigation

Provides navigation assistance for drivers with integrated safety alerts.

Half Mile Labs

known forFootpath Route Planner

1 app4.8Navigation

Targets the same outdoor route-planning audience with manual tracing tools.

MapQuest Holdings

known forMapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps

1 app4.2Navigation

Provides navigation for North American commuters and travelers.

Navico Norway AS

known forC-MAP: Boating

1 app3.6Navigation

Targets recreational marine users needing offline navigation and bathymetry.

onXmaps

known foronX Backcountry: Trail GPS App

3 apps4.9Navigation

Serves the same backcountry audience with terrain-focused mapping.

Organic Maps

known forOrganic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

2 apps4.3Navigation

Offers a privacy-focused alternative for outdoor navigation and offline mapping.

Rever

known forREVER - Motorcycle GPS & Rides

1 app4.4Navigation

Targets motorized outdoor enthusiasts with community-driven route discovery.

TrailBehind

known forGaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps

1 app4.8Navigation

Competes for the same backcountry navigation audience with specialized GIS tools.

what3words

known forwhat3words: Navigation & Maps

1 app3.6Navigation

Offers a precise location identification system for outdoor logistics and emergency services.

The Analyst's Read

The bottom line on movingworld

Bottom line

movingworld is a legacy niche player that successfully identified the demand for 3D topographical maps early in the App Store lifecycle. While their products maintain high ratings, the lack of recent updates indicates a stagnant roadmap in an increasingly competitive outdoor navigation sector.

Frequently asked questions

How many apps does movingworld publish?
movingworld has 2 apps tracked by Marlvel, primarily in the Health & Fitness category.
What kind of apps does movingworld make?
movingworld's portfolio is concentrated in Health & Fitness and Navigation, with an average rating of 4.4/5 across rated apps.
What is movingworld's top app?
By review volume across the portfolio, Maps 3D PRO - Hike & Bike is movingworld's best-known app tracked by Marlvel.
In how many countries are movingworld's apps available?
Marlvel has tracked movingworld's apps across 7 countries.

What fed this analysis

Apps analyzed:
2
With full intel:
0
With overview:
2
Website scraped:
yes
Social presence:
yes

Disclosure: Independent intel to help mobile builders succeed.

AI-powered analysis with automated quality gates, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by movingworld, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “movingworld intelligence.” Updated 2026-04-28. https://marlvel.ai/publishers/movingworld-gmbh

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