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MAPS.ME alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave MAPS.ME: shows ads and partner offers inside the app, and no live traffic and thinner business details than Google Maps. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces MAPS.ME, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Organic Maps currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Organic Maps logoOrganic MapsOpen sourceYesAndroid, iOS, Linux5 of 568.8
2OsmAnd logoOsmAndFree plan + paidYesAndroid, iOS, Web5 of 564.8
  1. Organic Maps logo

    1. Organic MapsTop pick

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

    Open sourceAndroid, iOS, Linux

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from MAPS.ME

    The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking.

    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
    Visit Organic Maps Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 MAPS.ME alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Offline
    All features work offline
    Checked Oct 29, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    Apache 2.0
    Checked Oct 29, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Map data
    OpenStreetMap
    Checked Oct 29, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Car integration
    CarPlay and Android Auto
    Checked Oct 29, 2026organicmaps.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracking
    None
    Checked Oct 29, 2026organicmaps.app(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

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from MAPS.ME

    Offline OpenStreetMap maps with far more detail and settings, good for hiking.

    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 ×0.387
    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 OsmAnd a good MAPS.ME alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Offline navigation
    Yes
    Checked Oct 29, 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 29, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid tiers
    Maps+ / OsmAnd+ and OsmAnd Pro
    Checked Oct 29, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $5.99/month (OsmAnd Pro)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026osmand.net(opens source in a new tab)

The best MAPS.ME alternative for…

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

Organic Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for most people

Organic Maps

The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking.

Google Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for a free option

Google Maps

Live traffic, transit and much richer business listings, with offline areas too.

OsmAnd logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

OsmAnd

Offline OpenStreetMap maps with far more detail and settings, good for hiking.

Organic Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for open source

Organic Maps

The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking.

Apple Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for Mac

Apple Maps

Built into iPhone with offline downloads and no ads.

Organic Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for Linux

Organic Maps

The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking.

Organic Maps logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for iPhone and Android

Organic Maps

The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking.

OsmAnd logo

Best MAPS.ME alternative for working in the browser

OsmAnd

Offline OpenStreetMap maps with far more detail and settings, good for hiking.

MAPS.ME alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to MAPS.ME?

Organic Maps ranks first right now. The ad-free, open-source fork of the same app, with no tracking. OsmAnd and Google Maps follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to MAPS.ME?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to MAPS.ME?

Yes: Organic Maps and OsmAnd.

Which MAPS.ME alternatives work on Linux?

Organic Maps runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from MAPS.ME?

The complaints we hear most: shows ads and partner offers inside the app; no live traffic and thinner business details than Google Maps; organic Maps offers the same offline approach without ads or tracking.

How is this list ranked?

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