AppBreakup
Submit an app

Apple Maps alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Apple Maps: business listings and reviews are thinner than Google's in many regions, and best features need Apple devices. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apple Maps, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Google Maps currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Google Maps logoGoogle MapsFreeNoWeb, Android, iOS4 of 466.5
2OsmAnd logoOsmAndFree plan + paidYesAndroid, iOS, Web5 of 559.6
  1. Google Maps logo

    1. Google MapsTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants the most complete business listings, live traffic and transit directions

    FreeWeb, Android, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Maps

    Far larger database of places and reviews, and works the same on Android and the web.

    Pros

    • Huge database of places with reviews, photos and hours
    • Live traffic and transit directions in most regions
    • Works across web, Android and iPhone with one account

    Cons

    • Collects location and search data tied to your Google account
    • Offline maps expire and lack walking, cycling and transit routes
    • Some newer features are limited to certain countries
    Visit Google Maps Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Google Maps a good Apple Maps alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Offline maps
    Yes, downloadable areas
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline limits
    No transit, cycling or walking directions
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI features
    Gemini in Maps
    Checked Oct 25, 2026google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Shared lists
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. OsmAnd logo

    2. OsmAnd

    Best for: Hikers, cyclists and drivers who want detailed offline maps and lots of settings

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceAndroid, iOS, Web

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Maps

    Richer offline and outdoor map detail for hikers, cyclists and drivers who want control.

    Pros

    • Full offline navigation with voice guidance and lane hints
    • Strong outdoor tools: contours, hill shading, GPX tracks
    • Plugins for map editing, nautical charts and more

    Cons

    • Busy interface with a steep learning curve
    • Free version limits map downloads
    • No live traffic
    Visit OsmAnd Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is OsmAnd a good Apple Maps alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Offline navigation
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Map data
    OpenStreetMap
    Checked Oct 25, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free version
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid tiers
    Maps+ / OsmAnd+ and OsmAnd Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $5.99/month (OsmAnd Pro)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)

The best Apple Maps alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Google Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for most people

Google Maps

Far larger database of places and reviews, and works the same on Android and the web.

Organic Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for a free option

Organic Maps

Fully offline and tracker-free, built on OpenStreetMap, good for hiking and travel abroad.

OsmAnd logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

OsmAnd

Richer offline and outdoor map detail for hikers, cyclists and drivers who want control.

Organic Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for open source

Organic Maps

Fully offline and tracker-free, built on OpenStreetMap, good for hiking and travel abroad.

Organic Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for Linux

Organic Maps

Fully offline and tracker-free, built on OpenStreetMap, good for hiking and travel abroad.

Google Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for iPhone and Android

Google Maps

Far larger database of places and reviews, and works the same on Android and the web.

Google Maps logo

Best Apple Maps alternative for working in the browser

Google Maps

Far larger database of places and reviews, and works the same on Android and the web.

Apple Maps alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Apple Maps?

Google Maps ranks first right now. Far larger database of places and reviews, and works the same on Android and the web. Organic Maps and OsmAnd follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Apple Maps?

Yes. Google Maps (free), Organic Maps (open source) and OsmAnd (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Apple Maps?

Yes: Organic Maps and OsmAnd.

Which Apple Maps alternatives work on Linux?

Organic Maps runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Apple Maps?

The complaints we hear most: business listings and reviews are thinner than Google's in many regions; best features need Apple devices; look Around and cycling directions are limited to select areas.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Apple Maps, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.