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Locus Map alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll maps and navigation apps

Top picks

  • CoMaps logo

    Best overall

    CoMaps

    Open source

  • OsmAnd logo

    Best free option

    OsmAnd

    Starting price: $5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro)

  • Organic Maps logo

    Best open source

    Organic Maps

    Open source

Common reasons people leave Locus Map: iOS gets only the Lite version with fewer features, and free version shows ads and limits key features. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Locus Map, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. CoMaps currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1CoMaps logoCoMapsOpen source—NoAndroid, iOS, macOS +14 of 472.5
2OsmAnd logoOsmAndFree plan + paid$5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro)YesAndroid, iOS, Web7 of 867.4
3Organic Maps logoOrganic MapsOpen source—YesAndroid, iOS, Linux5 of 564.8
4komoot logokomootFree plan + paid$29.99 for all map regions, lifetimeNoWeb, iOS, Android7 of 761.8
5AllTrails logoAllTrailsFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android, Web3 of 359.4
  1. CoMaps logo

    1. CoMapsTop pick

    Best for: Hikers, travellers and privacy-minded people who want free offline navigation

    Open sourceAndroid, iOS, macOS, Linux

    72.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Locus Map

    Community-run, free offline maps app with no ads or tracking, for simpler outdoor use.

    Pros

    • Search and turn-by-turn routing work with no data connection
    • No tracking or data collection, and no ads
    • Outdoor mode with trails, contour lines and campsites
    • Desktop builds for macOS and Linux as well as mobile

    Cons

    • No live traffic, so drive-time estimates are rougher than Google Maps
    • Business listings and opening hours depend on OpenStreetMap volunteers
    • Public transport covers only some cities
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is CoMaps a good Locus Map alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Forked from
    Organic Maps
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Governance
    Not-for-profit, community-driven
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.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

    67.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Locus Map

    Open-source offline maps app with similar depth for hiking and cycling, on Android and iOS alike.

    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
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1591
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is OsmAnd a good Locus Map alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 8 verified
    Offline navigation
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Map data
    OpenStreetMap
    Source changed Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free version
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid tiers
    Maps+ / OsmAnd+ and OsmAnd Pro
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Maps+ plan
    $14.99 a year subscription
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime price
    $69.99 one-time (OsmAnd+ / Maps+)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Organic Maps logo

    3. Organic Maps

    Best for: Travellers and hikers who want reliable offline maps without ads or tracking

    Open sourceAndroid, iOS, Linux

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Locus Map

    Free, private offline maps without ads, much simpler if you don't need sensors or geocaching.

    Pros

    • Every feature works offline once maps are downloaded
    • No ads, accounts or tracking
    • Shows trails and paths from OpenStreetMap

    Cons

    • No live traffic data
    • Limited business details and no reviews
    • Fewer settings than OsmAnd for power users
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Organic Maps a good Locus Map alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Offline
    All features work offline
    Checked Nov 8, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    Apache 2.0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Map data
    OpenStreetMap
    Checked Nov 8, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Car integration
    CarPlay and Android Auto
    Checked Nov 8, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracking
    None
    Checked Nov 8, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
  4. komoot logo

    4. komoot

    Best for: Hikers and cyclists who want sport-specific route planning and offline navigation

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Locus Map

    Polished route planning with community highlights, better for planning trips than tinkering.

    Pros

    • Routes tailored to the sport and surface you choose
    • Turn-by-turn voice navigation with offline maps
    • Community Highlights help find good spots
    • Works with Garmin devices

    Cons

    • Worldwide maps and Premium features cost extra
    • Little training analysis compared with Strava or Garmin Connect
    • Not built for road driving or public transport
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is komoot a good Locus Map alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Free account
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline navigation
    Turn-by-turn voice navigation with offline maps
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium features
    Multi-day routes, live tracking, weather on route, 3D maps
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Garmin support
    komoot map on Garmin
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    45 million
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    World Pack plan
    $29.99 for all map regions, lifetime
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, one map region free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026komoot.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. AllTrails logo

    5. AllTrails

    Best for: Hikers who want to find well-reviewed trails nearby and record their walks

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android, Web

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Locus Map

    Huge library of reviewed trails with offline maps on paid plans, aimed at hikers.

    Pros

    • Huge library of trails with community reviews and photos
    • Clear difficulty, length and time estimates
    • Custom route building and activity recaps

    Cons

    • Offline maps and off-route alerts need a paid plan
    • Fewer map layers than specialist backcountry apps
    • Trail conditions in reviews can be out of date
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is AllTrails a good Locus Map alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Offline maps
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026alltrails.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Live tracking
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026alltrails.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Custom routes
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026alltrails.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Locus Map alternative for…

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

CoMaps logo

Best Locus Map alternative for most people

CoMaps

Community-run, free offline maps app with no ads or tracking, for simpler outdoor use.

Organic Maps logo

Best Locus Map alternative for a free option

Organic Maps

Free, private offline maps without ads, much simpler if you don't need sensors or geocaching.

OsmAnd logo

Best Locus Map alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

OsmAnd

Open-source offline maps app with similar depth for hiking and cycling, on Android and iOS alike.

OsmAnd logo

Best Locus Map alternative for open source

OsmAnd

Open-source offline maps app with similar depth for hiking and cycling, on Android and iOS alike.

CoMaps logo

Best Locus Map alternative for Mac

CoMaps

Community-run, free offline maps app with no ads or tracking, for simpler outdoor use.

CoMaps logo

Best Locus Map alternative for Linux

CoMaps

Community-run, free offline maps app with no ads or tracking, for simpler outdoor use.

komoot logo

Best Locus Map alternative for iPhone and Android

komoot

Polished route planning with community highlights, better for planning trips than tinkering.

AllTrails logo

Best Locus Map alternative for working in the browser

AllTrails

Huge library of reviewed trails with offline maps on paid plans, aimed at hikers.

Locus Map alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Locus Map?

CoMaps ranks first right now. Community-run, free offline maps app with no ads or tracking, for simpler outdoor use. OsmAnd and Organic Maps follow it in our ranking.

Locus Map vs CoMaps: what's the difference?

Locus Map is free with paid plans; CoMaps is free and open source. Only Locus Map runs on Web. Only CoMaps runs on macOS and Linux.

Is Locus Map free?

Locus Map is free with paid plans. Starting price: €10 per year (Silver). Checked on Locus Map's own site, November 2026.

How much do Locus Map alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Locus Map alternatives: OsmAnd, $5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro); komoot, $29.99 for all map regions, lifetime. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Locus Map?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Locus Map?

Yes: OsmAnd and Organic Maps.

Which Locus Map alternatives work on Linux?

CoMaps and Organic Maps run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Locus Map?

The complaints we hear most: iOS gets only the Lite version with fewer features; free version shows ads and limits key features; dense menus take time to learn.

How is this list ranked?

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