Waze Alternatives for Mac

Waze is not available for Mac but there are some alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is OsmAnd, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Waze and seven of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Waze are Apple Maps, Chop Commute, Journey Navigation and Mappa Mini.

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  1. OsmAnd icon

    OsmAnd

     326 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.

    109 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 Waze Comments
    Alex
    Positive
    2

    It’s an Open Source alternative and offers offline navigation, too.

    Paul
    Negative
    0

    Good open source app based on OpenStreetMap, but I prefer Organic Maps, which I find more lightweight and easier to use.

    Guest
    Negative
    7

    Missing the community features of Waze

    3 of 4 comments
    • OsmAnd is Freemium and Open SourceWaze is Free and Proprietary
    • OsmAnd is Customizable and Privacy focusedWaze is not according to our users
  2. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Car Play
    Apple Maps screenshot 1
     
  4. Chop Commute icon

    Chop Commute

     3 likes

    Take the guess work out of your daily commute by seeing real-time traffic and drive times specific to your route right on your Mac menu bar (system status tray).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Chop Commute vs Waze Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Chop Commute is an alternative for only one feature within Waze (real-time traffic). Doesn't even compare to the entire Waze product, or even the core functionality of Waze, which is giving you driving directions.

    • Chop Commute is Free and ProprietaryWaze is also Free and Proprietary
  5. 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
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  7. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  8. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mac
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
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  9. MotoFlow icon

    MotoFlow

     Like

    Track rides on iPhone and Apple Watch, organize on Mac - or import from any GPS device. No subscriptions. Your data stays yours.

    9 MotoFlow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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