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TomTom GO Expert alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

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

Top picks

  • HERE WeGo logo

    Best overall

    HERE WeGo

    Free

  • Google Maps logo

    Best free option

    Google Maps

    Free

  • OsmAnd logo

    Best open source

    OsmAnd

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

Common reasons people leave TomTom GO Expert: subscription only after the trial; no permanent free tier, and renamed from GO Navigation, and now aimed mainly at truck drivers. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TomTom GO Expert, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. HERE WeGo currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1HERE WeGo logoHERE WeGoFree—NoiOS, Android, Web4 of 464.8
2Google Maps logoGoogle MapsFree—NoWeb, Android, iOS4 of 461.8
3Waze logoWazeFree—NoiOS, Android, Web5 of 559.4
4Magic Earth logoMagic EarthFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android7 of 757.5
5OsmAnd logoOsmAndFree plan + paid$5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro)YesAndroid, iOS, Web7 of 854.6
6Trimble CoPilot logoTrimble CoPilotPaid$9.99NoAndroid, iOS5 of 542.3
  1. HERE WeGo logo

    1. HERE WeGoTop pick

    Best for: Travellers who want free offline maps for whole countries and transit routing

    FreeiOS, Android, Web

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Free offline-capable navigation for drivers who don't need truck routing.

    Pros

    • Free offline maps for regions, countries or continents
    • Car, bike, transit and walking routes in one app
    • CarPlay and Android Auto support

    Cons

    • Far fewer reviews and photos of places than Google Maps
    • Speed camera alerts aren't available everywhere
    • Traffic reports less crowd-driven than Waze
    Visit HERE WeGo 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 HERE WeGo a good TomTom GO Expert alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026here.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline maps
    Yes, by region or country
    Checked Nov 8, 2026here.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Transport modes
    Car, bike, transit, walking
    Checked Nov 8, 2026here.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Car integration
    Android Auto and CarPlay
    Checked Nov 8, 2026here.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Google Maps logo

    2. Google Maps

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

    FreeWeb, Android, iOS

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Free, with excellent live traffic and search, if you usually have data coverage.

    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 ×0.377
    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 Google Maps a good TomTom GO Expert alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Offline maps
    Yes, downloadable areas
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline limits
    No transit, cycling or walking directions
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI features
    Gemini in Maps
    Checked Nov 8, 2026google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Shared lists
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Waze logo

    3. Waze

    Best for: Commuters and road-trippers who want live traffic and hazard alerts from other drivers

    FreeiOS, Android, Web

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Free crowd-sourced traffic and hazard alerts for everyday car driving.

    Pros

    • Free, with very fresh crowd-sourced traffic and hazard reports
    • Community map editors fix roads and closures quickly
    • Works with CarPlay, Android Auto and Android Automotive

    Cons

    • Driving and motorcycles only, no transit, walking or cycling
    • No offline maps
    • Shows location-based ads while you drive
    Visit Waze Details and reviews
    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 Waze a good TomTom GO Expert alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026waze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    Over 200 million
    Checked Nov 8, 2026waze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Google
    Checked Nov 8, 2026waze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Vehicles
    Cars and motorcycles only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026waze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto
    Checked Nov 8, 2026waze.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Magic Earth logo

    4. Magic Earth

    Best for: Drivers and cyclists who want full navigation without being tracked by a big ad company

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Free offline navigation without subscriptions, ads or tracking.

    Pros

    • Says it collects no personal data or location history
    • Truck, e-bike and hiking profiles with elevation in Premium
    • Web licence option with no auto-renewal

    Cons

    • Offline maps, traffic and CarPlay now need Premium
    • Map accuracy depends on OpenStreetMap volunteers
    • No Wear OS support
    Visit Magic Earth Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 Magic Earth a good TomTom GO Expert alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Map data
    OpenStreetMap
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days (app stores only)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium features
    CarPlay, offline maps, traffic
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracking
    None, according to the company
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web licence
    1 year, no auto-renewal
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Automotive (AAOS) app
    €14.99 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, Essential (basic navigation)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026magicearth.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. OsmAnd logo

    5. OsmAnd

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

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceAndroid, iOS, Web

    54.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Open-source offline navigation, including vehicle size restrictions from OpenStreetMap.

    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 ×0.357
    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 TomTom GO Expert 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)
  6. Trimble CoPilot logo

    6. Trimble CoPilot

    Best for: Truck drivers and fleets that need truck-legal routing that also works offline

    PaidAndroid, iOS

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from TomTom GO Expert

    Truck-legal routing on PC*Miler with fleet management and telematics integrations.

    Pros

    • Truck-legal routing that accounts for bridge heights and weight limits
    • Works offline with maps stored on the device
    • Integrates with major ELD, telematics and dispatch platforms
    • Self-serve app for owner-operators as well as fleet licensing

    Cons

    • No longer aimed at ordinary car drivers
    • Fleet pricing isn't published; you need to talk to sales
    • Subscription cost varies with the vehicle profile
    Visit Trimble CoPilot Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    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 Trimble CoPilot a good TomTom GO Expert alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Routing engine
    PC*Miler
    Checked Nov 8, 2026copilotgps.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026copilotgps.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9.99
    Checked Nov 8, 2026copilotgps.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026copilotgps.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Trimble
    Checked Nov 8, 2026copilotgps.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best TomTom GO Expert alternative for…

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

HERE WeGo logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for most people

HERE WeGo

Free offline-capable navigation for drivers who don't need truck routing.

Google Maps logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for a free option

Google Maps

Free, with excellent live traffic and search, if you usually have data coverage.

Magic Earth logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Magic Earth

Free offline navigation without subscriptions, ads or tracking.

OsmAnd logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for open source

OsmAnd

Open-source offline navigation, including vehicle size restrictions from OpenStreetMap.

Waze logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for iPhone and Android

Waze

Free crowd-sourced traffic and hazard alerts for everyday car driving.

HERE WeGo logo

Best TomTom GO Expert alternative for working in the browser

HERE WeGo

Free offline-capable navigation for drivers who don't need truck routing.

TomTom GO Expert alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TomTom GO Expert?

HERE WeGo ranks first right now. Free offline-capable navigation for drivers who don't need truck routing. Google Maps and Waze follow it in our ranking.

TomTom GO Expert vs HERE WeGo: what's the difference?

TomTom GO Expert is a paid product; HERE WeGo is free to use. Only HERE WeGo runs on Web.

Is TomTom GO Expert free?

TomTom GO Expert is a paid product.

How much do TomTom GO Expert alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked TomTom GO Expert alternatives: OsmAnd, $5.99 a month or $39.99 a year (OsmAnd Pro); Trimble CoPilot, $9.99. 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 TomTom GO Expert?

Yes. HERE WeGo (free), Google Maps (free), Waze (free) and Magic Earth (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to TomTom GO Expert?

Yes: OsmAnd.

Why do people switch from TomTom GO Expert?

The complaints we hear most: subscription only after the trial; no permanent free tier; renamed from GO Navigation, and now aimed mainly at truck drivers; no web or desktop version for planning routes.

How is this list ranked?

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