Gaia GPS Alternatives

Apps similar to Gaia GPS include CoMaps, which is free and open source. Other options are OsmAnd, Transportr, Ascend Maps and OSM Scout. You're spoiled for choice with GPS Navigation Services like Gaia GPS: we list more than 25 alternatives for Android, iPhone, iPad, the web and Mac.

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  1. AlpineQuest icon
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    AlpineQuest is the complete solution for all outdoor activities and sports, including hiking, running, trailing, hunting, sailing, geocaching, off-road navigation and much more.

    23 AlpineQuest alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  2. Runplanner icon
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    Plan running routes by tapping waypoints on a map — with surface analysis, elevation data, roundtrip generation, turn-by-turn navigation, and workout plans. Free, no account required, no ads.

    53 Runplanner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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  3. Windy Gap icon
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    Windy Gap helps you choose the right walk for the day you have. Set the distance and climb, then see the best fits, the hard parts, and what's known about each route.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  4. BY backpackers FOR backpackers, Topo Maps+ is fully functional with additional premium options for the serious backpacker. Downloaded, high resolution maps are still available for use even after your subscription expires!

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  5. PeakVisor icon
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    PeakVisor will make you a superhero of outdoor navigation by putting state-of-the-art 3D maps and mountain identification magic wand in your hand.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  6. FriendHike is a social hiking app that helps you find hiking buddies and partners near you, so you never have to hike alone.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPad
    • iPhone
    • Online
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  7. Topo GPS icon
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    Topo GPS is an app that turns your smartphone in a full feature GPS device with topographic maps that are offline available. In Topo GPS you can easily create waypoints, enter, scan, and view coordinates, measure distances and angles, and record, plan and generate routes and...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  8. TrailDrop icon
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    TrailDrop is a lightweight GPX open and sharing platform for outdoor enthusiasts, creators, and clubs. Upload your GPS track, generate a link, and share it instantly without requiring others to sign up.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  9. RidgeText icon
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    RidgeText is the lightweight alternative to heavy outdoor navigation apps. Instead of draining your battery with complex map rendering, RidgeText works entirely over SMS.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  10. Know exactly how many calories you'll burn on every mile of your trip - based on the real terrain, your pack weight, and your body. MTNMetrics is precision nutrition planning for backcountry hikers.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  11. Umkreisel icon
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    Customize your own map like never before: Combine background maps with real-time layers like gas prices, weather, traffic, light pollution, and 100+ location filters. Plan trips, find essentials, and explore smarter—all in one app.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
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