Google Maps Alternatives for Mac

Google Maps is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is Apple Maps, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Maps and 15 are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Google Maps are Marble, VersaTiles, Mapillary and TravelTime API.

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  1. Apple Maps icon

    Apple Maps

     49 likes

    Navigate with voice-guidance and real-time transit data. Enjoy detailed traffic updates, 3D city exploration with Look Around and Flyover, and access indoor maps of public places, syncing across devices, and using CarPlay. Rated places with guides support seamless city exploration.

    137 Apple Maps alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Car Play
    Apple Maps screenshot 1
     
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    Apple Maps vs Google Maps Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    6

    It is only available on Apple OS. Google maps is OS independent.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Not Yourbusiness
    Negative
    2

    Requires a specific device, from a specific company, unlike most others. These should be split into two sections: Google Maps on Web and Google Maps on Android, so one does not get recommendation, worth nothing of value in advice, since you cannot take OSM with you on the go.

    Ola Johansson
    Positive
    0

    Its ok, maybe it doesn’t find all places but as a turn by turn navigation tool it’s fine.

    3 of 4 comments
    • Apple Maps is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Maps is Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Marble icon

    Marble

     53 likes

    Marble is a Virtual Globe and World Atlas that you can use to learn more about Earth: You can pan and zoom around and you can look up places and roads. A mouse click on a place label will provide the respective Wikipedia article.

    43 Marble alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flatpak
    Marble screenshot 1
     
  4. VersaTiles icon

    VersaTiles

     3 likes

    VersaTiles is a fully open-source stack for generating, distributing, and using map tiles from OpenStreetMap data, eliminating the need for combining multiple tools. Featuring a four-step, customizable process chain, it allows flexible integration of different tile sources, servers, and frontends.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Homebrew
    • Docker
    VersaTiles screenshot 1
     
  5. Mapillary icon

    Mapillary

     15 likes

    Collaborative mapping platform generates street-level imagery from user-contributed photos, applying computer vision for privacy, urban planning, mapping, transport, and geospatial enrichment. Integrates with mapping tools and covers over 190 countries globally.

    19 Mapillary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    Mapillary screenshot 1
     
  6. TravelTime API icon

    TravelTime API

     2 likes

    Search, filter and map locations by travel time rather than distance with this API. When added to a location search engine it can search and display results by time and create travel time maps for users. In-depth data analysis also available.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    Mapping travel time areas in London
     
  7. Stadia Maps icon

    Stadia Maps

     3 likes

    Stadia Maps provides great looking maps and geographic data services. We’re here to help you grow your business, not your bills.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  9. Mappa Mini icon

    Mappa Mini

     1 like

    Quickly search for locations directly from your Mac’s menu bar and open them in Apple Maps, Google Maps, or OpenStreetMap.

    53 Mappa Mini alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  10. Guru Maps icon

    Guru Maps

     1 like

    Offline maps with monthly updates, detailed OpenStreetMap data, turn-by-turn and voice navigation in nine languages, GPS track recording even in background, multilingual instant search, millions of POI, support for driving, cycling, walking, and customizable trip routes.

    55 Guru Maps alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mac
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
    Guru Maps screenshot 1
     
  11. Journey Navigation icon

    Journey Navigation

     2 likes

    Ad-free and privacy-first navigation app delivering real-time traffic and hazard alerts, advanced route planning, recurring destination support, departure reminders, route saving, guidance for daily commutes, optimized departure times, and seamless in-app navigation.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Ad-Free navigation
     
  12. Mapilio icon

    Mapilio

     1 like

    Access street-level imagery and map data from all over the world. Fill in the gaps by requesting new coverage or capturing your own!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Python
    Mapilio screenshot 1
     
  13. MAPCAT.com icon

    MAPCAT.com

     1 like

    OSM-based worldwide map API and public map portal. Multi-profile directions, mapmatching, geocoding, map tiles - with easy integration, on reasonable prices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    MAPCAT.com screenshot 1
     
  14. Map3 icon

    Map3

     2 likes

    Map3 is a decentralised map network that is impartial, secure and extremely robust. It is free from control, free to participate, free base map. It is built to be governed by the Map3 community where individuals and organisations can host Map3 nodes.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    Map3 screenshot 1
     
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