# MapCircle

> Displays map with overlaid circle of arbitrary radius (miles or km)

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/software.pantherkitty.mapcircle](https://chrome-stats.com/d/software.pantherkitty.mapcircle)

## Overview

- **ID:** `software.pantherkitty.mapcircle`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Pantherkitty Software
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 190,243
- **Rating:** 3.65 / 5 (353 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.05
- **Last updated:** 2017-07-26
- **First published:** 2017-07-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=software.pantherkitty.mapcircle)
- **Website:** [http://pantherkitty.software](http://pantherkitty.software/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://pantherkitty.software/mapcircle/privacy.html](http://pantherkitty.software/mapcircle/privacy.html)

## Description

MapCircle is a straightforward Chrome extension designed to help users visualize distances on maps through circles or donut shapes of customizable radius. Whether you want to see all locations within a certain distance or estimate potential positions within an uncertain range, MapCircle provides a versatile solution.

Key features include distance measurements available in miles or kilometers, easy switching between standard and hybrid map views that combine satellite imagery with overlay maps, and two visualization modes: circle for fixed radius and donut for representing margins of error. This makes MapCircle particularly useful for location analysis, spatial planning, and geographical visualization tasks.

## Rankings

- #162,812 — Overall

## Review summary

Users generally find MapCircle simple and easy, with reports of stable performance. Positive notes include a straightforward interface and reliable operation, plus interactive map features that let you drag markers and adjust the circle. However, widespread issues undermine usability: the app often blocks entering or changing the radius, or the radius doesn't display or is inaccurate; the origin/center cannot be changed; there is no search function to locate places; map export/sharing of the radius is unclear or limited. These conflicting experiences lead to a mixed overall impression.

### Pros

- Simple and straightforward to use.
- Stable and does not crash; works as described.
- Handy for radius-based planning (useful for jobs like recovery driving).
- Interactive map features (drag marker, adjust radius) work as described.
- Generally reliable for basic mapping tasks.

### Cons

- Cannot input or edit the radius manually; radius entry is blocked or radius does not appear/inaccurate.
- Center/origin is fixed and cannot be changed (default center).
- No search function to locate places or centers; navigation is difficult.
- Radius display/visualization is unreliable (radius sometimes not shown or incorrectly sized).
- Export/share radius is unclear or limited; exporting a clear radius is not possible.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/software.pantherkitty.mapcircle)