The Best Free Google Maps AlternativesTop GPS Navigation & Map Services like Google Maps

The best free alternative to Google Maps is OpenStreetMap, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Maps and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Google Maps are OsmAnd, CoMaps, Organic Maps and Waze.

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  1. OpenStreetMap icon

    OpenStreetMap

     601 likes

    Community-maintained global map and geographic-data service where anyone can browse, search and edit roads, trails, transit, addresses, businesses, land use and natural features. Its openly licensed data can be downloaded, shared, adapted and used with attribution.

    100 OpenStreetMap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Main website interface
     
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    OpenStreetMap vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Cora
    12

    OpenStreetMap is definitely a better alternative than Google Maps. OSM doesn't track you or appropriate your data, it's community-built and open source. I use OSM every day to get where I need to go, and if there's a problem with the map, I can fix it myself!

    Top Negative Comment
    intp
    9

    A great technology, but not comparable in terms of features

    venture2935
    0

    My problem is OSM is that it's less forgiving when you type in the place names incorrectly. Sometimes you need to be quite specific. Obviously no streeview, either. But it's open-source so ??

    3 of 26 comments
    • OpenStreetMap is Free and Open SourceGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OpenStreetMap is a Map Google Maps is a GPS Navigation Service
    • OpenStreetMap is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  2. OsmAnd icon

    OsmAnd

     329 likes

    Navigation app offering offline and online OSM-based maps, turn-by-turn voice direction, driving, cycling, and walking modes, POI search, GPX track management, map overlays, monthly map updates by country or region, speed and safety features, and location sharing.

    110 OsmAnd alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • F-Droid
    • Apple Car Play
    • Online
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Kindle Fire
    • Chrome OS
    • Mac
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    OsmAnd vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Third Opinion
    5

    very powerful options, many maps, tons of addons

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    OsmAnd is like a Swiss army knife of navigation apps. It is amazing not only for driving, but hiking, cycling, horseback riding, boating... you name it! It is more difficult to set up than most other apps, but its versatility is incredible. It can connect to the car through ODB, show weather overlays, and many many things one doesn't even associate with a navigation app.

    xaver-mue
    Positive
    0

    Other than OpenStreetMap there is a phone app that lets you do routes. OsmAnd also supports CarPlay

    3 of 13 comments
    • OsmAnd is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OsmAnd is Customizable and Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  4. CoMaps icon

    CoMaps

     182 likes

    Community-led offline navigation offering privacy by design, ad-free experience, open-source code, transparent decision-making, donation funding, and inclusive collaboration for drivers, cyclists, hikers, and travelers. Prioritizes transparency and community ownership.

    60 CoMaps alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Obtainium
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Apple Car Play
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    CoMaps vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    1

    Offline, privacy-respecting, light and fast. Has so many importamt points of interest other than just businesses, such as drinkable water, toilets, benches, trash can, EV chargers, tyre compressors, etc. The app is great when hiking, cycling, or driving.

    Juri
    Positive
    0

    Open Source, transparent and developed by the community. I am using it since its first Release a few months ago and I love it. The only Feature that is missing for me is PT

    giopear
    Positive
    1

    Useful app and nice to use every time I need it, open and free most importantly and based on OSM data

    3 of 5 comments
    • CoMaps is Free and Open SourceGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • CoMaps is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
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  6. Organic Maps icon

    Organic Maps

     226 likes

    Experience a privacy-oriented GPS solution with Organic Maps, featuring turn-by-turn navigation, offline maps, and a commitment to community development. Enjoy zero data collection, no location tracking, and comprehensive OpenStreetMap data for diverse travel modes.

    55 Organic Maps alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Obtainium
    • OpenStreetMap
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
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    Organic Maps vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    zokris
    3

    As fluent, responsive and convenient as MAPS.ME, but without the blatant privacy breaches of MAPS.ME.

    Top Negative Comment
    Qwerut
    8

    No longer fully FOSS! Also many if not most active contributers left due to transparency issues!

    Juri
    Negative
    2

    has transparency issues, a lot of contributors left because of it. https://alternativeto.net/software/comaps/about/ is a fork of OrganicMaps, developed by the community

    3 of 10 comments
    • Organic Maps is Free and Open SourceGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Organic Maps is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  8. Waze icon

    Waze

     265 likes

    Experience real-time navigation with Waze's community-driven updates. Features like live traffic alerts, voice guidance, ETA sharing, automatic rerouting, and the ability to find cheap gas stations enhance your daily commute and travel efficiency.

    79 Waze alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
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    Waze vs Google Maps Comments
    robertheadley
    Positive
    29

    Waze is a good alternative, but it is also owned by Google.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Real time up to date driver information.

    • Waze is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
  9. MAPS.ME icon

    MAPS.ME

     116 likes

    MAPS.ME offers the quickest offline maps of all the countries of the world. Travel with full confidence: wherever you are, MAPS.ME addresses all your offline mapping needs.

    78 MAPS.ME alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • OpenStreetMap
    • Kindle Fire
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    MAPS.ME vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    RemovedUser
    6

    Good alternative to Google Maps on mobile while based on OpenStreetMap. Allow more fine grained access to data usage and give feedback during data consumption. Routing works relatively well.

    Top Negative Comment
    Astatine69420
    6

    it might be open source but the app has lots of tracking.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    it is more accurate than Google maps, especially for walking navigation.

    3 of 5 comments
    • MAPS.ME is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Maps is also Freemium and Proprietary
  10. HERE WeGo icon

    HERE WeGo

     141 likes

    Navigation app with turn-by-turn voice guidance, offline maps for 100+ countries, real-time traffic and transit data, cost estimates, and route planning for car, bike, taxi, or public transport. Includes discovery, favorites sync, and car-sharing integration.

    105 HERE WeGo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    HERE WeGo vs Google Maps Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    mayankchoudhary
    3

    The option to have offline maps that don't expire is a plus.

    Top Negative Comment
    CuriousBean
    1

    I'm searching for a replacement to Google Maps. I mostly use it for live-time public transportation routes and schedules. Unfortunately, HERE WeGo couldn't even get close to a reliably accurate account of the regular schedules in the Canadian city I live, let alone in live-time.

    Bernardo Kariodimedjo
    Positive
    0

    It feels familiar to Google Maps but simplified! It seems to be trustworthy and private.

    3 of 5 comments
    • HERE WeGo is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • HERE WeGo is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  11. Cartes icon

    Cartes

     41 likes

    Open-source web maps platform offering interactive maps with search, street photos, and multi-modal route planning for walking, cycling, buses, train, car-sharing, and eco-friendly travel. Privacy-focused, ad-free, hosted in France, expanding across Europe.

    31 Cartes alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

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    • Online
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    Cartes vs Google Maps Comments
    EL7Seven
    Positive
    1

    I think it's one of the best open alternatives to Google Maps. It uses OSM information but has many features lacking in other alternatives like a proper satellite view, a "relief" map and 3d view of terrain, and incorporates Panoramax, which is an open alternative to street view (although with not nearly as much coverage yet). All it lacks right now is a proper Android / Apple / F-Droid app and the possibility to download maps, (as well as some slight improvements in the UI). Overall, it's a maps application I would use daily for viewing the world's places, which is 90% of the time I spent on Google Maps; It doesn't have a proper navigation function, you can search up a place, select to go there and it will give you a button to open that navigation in CoMaps (at least in my case).

    MXC48
    Positive
    0

    It is the best online alternative to google map, it is the one with the most functionality to replace it based on openstreetmap and offering privacy-friendly services. In addition it is free, open source and is European!

    venture2935
    Positive
    0

    the only alternative i found that shows transit routes in my country!

    • Cartes is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Cartes is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  12. Magic Earth icon

    Magic Earth

     60 likes

    Navigation app featuring offline maps for 233 regions, OpenStreetMap data, multi-mode routes for driving, biking, hiking, public transit, real-time traffic info, detailed route and transit data, privacy focus, 2D/3D/Satellite views, and speed alerts.

    48 Magic Earth alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
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    Magic Earth vs Google Maps Comments
    Pepexl
    Positive
    2

    The routing service is comparable to Google Maps. It is a perfect companion as a navigation tool in the car.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Can be used offline forever without any limitations or restrictions.

    adri c
    Positive
    0

    Privacy-focused, offline operation, real-time traffic info, crowdsourced alerts, and just looks nice. Plus cool features like dash cam and collision detection.

    • Magic Earth is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Maps is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Magic Earth is Privacy focusedGoogle Maps is not according to our users
  13. Dawarich icon

    Dawarich

     25 likes

    Provides a self-hosted solution for importing and visualizing location history from Google Maps Timeline and other sources. Features interactive maps with layers like heatmaps, offers detailed statistics on countries, cities, distance, and ensures private data control.

    56 Dawarich alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
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  14. Yandex Maps icon

    Yandex Maps

     66 likes

    Yandex.Maps gives you access to maps of over 1800 cities and towns right in your pocket. Find addresses and companies. Plan your journeys in a car or on public transport taking current traffic conditions into account.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Telegram
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Kindle Fire
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  15. Mapy.com icon

    Mapy.com

     25 likes

    Offline global maps offer tourist, winter, and satellite views, offline search, route planning for travel modes, syncing trips, panoramic street photos, transit schedules, parking, amenities, fuel prices, tracker stats, water tourism info, and open hour details.

    51 Mapy.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
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