Best Google Maps Alternatives

The top-ranked Google Maps alternative is Apple Maps (Free). The best free option is OpenStreetMap (open source).

Google Maps dominates navigation, but users seek alternatives for privacy, offline use, open data, or cycling and outdoor features. Concerns about location tracking drive many toward map apps that collect less personal data.

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#1

Apple Maps

Free

Apple's built-in maps and navigation app for its ecosystem.

iOSmacOS
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#2

OpenStreetMap

Open Source

A free, open, community-built map of the world.

Web
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#3

Organic Maps

Open Source

A free, open-source, privacy-friendly offline maps app.

iOSAndroid
#4

OsmAnd

Freemium

Feature-rich offline maps and navigation for driving, cycling and hiking based on OpenStreetMap.

iOSAndroid
#5

Waze

Free

A community-driven navigation app with real-time traffic and alerts.

iOSAndroid
#6

HERE WeGo

Free

A navigation app with offline maps and public transit routing.

WebiOSAndroid
#7

Bing Maps

Free

Microsoft's mapping service with directions and aerial views.

Web
#8

Magic Earth

Free

Privacy-focused navigation and maps app with offline routing and traffic.

iOSAndroid
#9

Maps.me

Freemium

An offline maps app for travel with detailed points of interest.

iOSAndroid
#10

Komoot

Freemium

Route planning and navigation app for cycling, hiking, and running adventures.

WebiOSAndroid
#11

Mapy.cz (Mapy.com)

Free

Detailed maps and navigation with excellent hiking and tourist trails, plus offline use.

WebiOSAndroid
#12

TomTom GO Navigation

Freemium

Turn-by-turn navigation with live traffic and speed camera alerts.

iOSAndroid

Google Maps alternatives: FAQ

What is the best alternative to Google Maps?

Apple Maps is ranked first on this list (Free). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.

What is the best free alternative to Google Maps?

The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Apple Maps, OpenStreetMap and Organic Maps.

Which Google Maps alternatives work on Mac?

Apple Maps run on macOS.

Are there Google Maps alternatives for Android?

Yes: Organic Maps, OsmAnd, Waze and HERE WeGo have Android apps.

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