Best maps and navigation apps
Apps for maps, directions and exploring the world, on the web, desktop and phone.
4 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All maps and navigation apps
- Alternatives to Google Maps
Google's maps, navigation and local search service for the web, Android and iPhone.
FreeWeb, Android, iOS - Alternatives to Organic Maps
Free, privacy-focused offline maps and navigation app built on OpenStreetMap.
Open sourceAndroid, iOS, Linux - Alternatives to Apple Maps
Apple's built-in maps and navigation app for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.
FreeiOS, macOS, Web - Alternatives to OsmAnd
Feature-rich offline maps and navigation app for Android and iPhone using OpenStreetMap.
Free plan + paidOpen sourceAndroid, iOS, Web
Our picks by need
Best for most people
Google MapsBest for a free option
Organic MapsBest for open source
OsmAndBest for Mac
Apple MapsBest for Linux
Organic MapsBest for iPhone and Android
Google MapsCommon questions
What are the best maps and navigation apps?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading maps and navigation apps right now are Google Maps, Organic Maps, Apple Maps and OsmAnd.
Are there free maps and navigation apps?
Yes. Google Maps (free), Organic Maps (open source), Apple Maps (free) and OsmAnd (free plan + paid) have a free option, out of 4 free or freemium apps we track.
Which maps and navigation apps are open source?
Organic Maps and OsmAnd.