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score 160 · Answer 1

OsmAnd Maps & Navigation

Top Pro

Based around crowdsourced OpenStreetMap data

OSM provides a map editable by everyone; just like the web-based encyclopedia, Wikipedia. Using a community edited map allows one to correct isses they encounter. Combined with the monthly turn around, these edits are added for navigation quickly. See More

Top Con

Slow rendering

It can take some time for an area to be rendered. This tends not to be a problem during navigation since only a small area must be rendered as the map moves, and this area isn't immediately needed; though likely a bigger issue with smaller screens. See More

Top Pro

Works offline once the maps are downloaded

Top Con

Poor navigation interface

The interface is not the most intuitive, though is continually progressing. It doesn't provide a 3D view like many navigation apps. See More

Top Pro

OpenStreetMap contributing made convenient

One can also utilize features to contribute back to OSM. This includes reporting a bug or adding a POI. This feature doesn't require an internet connection as the points can be uploaded latter upon request. See More

Top Con

Slow and sometimes poor search

Most often does not find what you are looking for (which is not caused by bad OSM data). See More

Top Pro

Excellent general map viewing

Sometimes one needs more than just navigation, they have a need to view a map or specify a specific route. OsmAnd provides a very nice, detailed map. This can be good for seeing what is around you or showing a place you are talking about to a friend. It also provides a means to add waypoints on the map which can be used to dictate a specific route (not simple enough to do routinely). See More

Top Con

Terrible address data

This is a limitation of OSM's data, but it is unreliable for locating an address while offline. Even with internet it doesn't appear that it can locate most addresses. See More

Top Pro

Routinely updated maps

Utilizing the community driven OpenStreetMap data has allowed for monthly publishing of new maps that the user can use. Though that doesn't necessarily mean the map data has changed. See More

Top Con

No display when the next speed limit occurs

When driving on unknown streets you are often surprised by speed limits or town signs, so you have to friction brake. See More

Top Pro

Helpful lane guidance

Lane guidance can assist in deciding if one should stay in the right or left lanes. OsmAnd provides detailed information on the number of lanes and which are valid for your chosen destination; based on the data available it may show too many or too few lanes. See More

Top Con

Being based on OpenStreetMap data can be lacking

The use of OSM also has the drawback of many places not getting the attention needed for updates. Depending on the geographic location OSM may have the most detailed maps or the most bare/outdated map. See More

Top Pro

Free and open source

Top Con

Near impossible to scroll through map

Due to the slow rendering (already mentioned) it is near impossible to scroll through OsmAnd's maps. You move the map only slightly and it takes ages to redraw all vector layers. See More

Top Pro

Shows speed limit

Top Pro

Contour lines enable understanding the terrain

Through the use of an additional plugin OsmAnd Maps & Navigation is able to utilize contour lines on its maps which helps view the landscape and terrain. See More

Specs

Platforms:Android, iOs

License:GPLv3

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score 27 · Answer 2

TomTom GO

Top Pro

Offline

Doesn't require an active internet connection. See More

Top Con

Slow development

TomTom are nortoriously slow on the development of the app, seemingly not interested in staying ahead of it's competition. As a result, there has been very little in the way of improvements with the exception of map updates. See More

Top Pro

Traffic alerts

Up to the minute updates of traffic alerts based on floating car data. See More

Top Pro

Lane assist

Detailed lane guidance system helps drivers make the right exits. See More

Top Pro

Color themes

There is a good selection of color themes to pick from which are reflected across the interface. See More

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score 32 · Answer 3

Komoot

Top Con

No offline re-routing

Offline GPS will tell you when you have left your tour (and approximately what direction it is in), but cannot re-route without internet connection. Which can be inconvenient for those that deviate or get lost. See More

Top Pro

Find conditions before setting out

Komoot offers data on road/trail type, elevation, etc. which allows for user to find plan out their trips and prepare for the current conditions. See More

Top Pro

Excellent routing for outdoor sports

Komoot is geared towards those that do outdoor sports such as hiking or cycling by displaying common known trails as well as user created ones that are shared on the platform. See More

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score 10 · Answer 4

Magic Earth

Top Pro

No tracker

Top Con

Proprietary software

The source code is not available See More

Top Pro

Speed limitation

Speed limit display with the possibility of signalling an excess of speed See More

Top Pro

Traffic

Handling of traffic See More

Top Pro

Offline mode

Possibility to download maps for offline access See More

Specs

Platforms:Android, iOs

License:Proprietary

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score 12 · Answer 5

ZANavi

Top Pro

Anyone can use or share the code

It's licensed under GPL which make sit ope-source, where anyone can look at or use the code which allows for an open understanding of the app. See More

Top Con

Limited maps

There are many missing maps from the database making for user limitation depending on the are one lives. See More

Top Pro

Usability focused

The core of the app is designed around ease of use which makes it an intuitive app to use. See More

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score 4 · Answer 6

Bikemap

Top Pro

Really good customer Service

Top Con

Subscription for Premium features

offline maps and navigation, more map layers and bike type routing are part of the Premium version which comes with a subscription See More

Top Pro

Very detailed default map

appealing cycling map with POIs showing repair shops, public toilets, sharing bike stations, ATMs and bicycle shops See More

Top Pro

Basic functions are free

route planning, tracking and navigating are for free See More

Top Pro

Amount of routes is amazing

you can find routes in nearly every place of the world See More

Specs

Basic Version:FREE

Premium Version:€4.90 per month / €29 per year

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score 57 · Answer 7

Sygic

Top Pro

Heads up display

Top Con

Updates require running the app

After a Play Store update it is important to run the app once to download all the offline data again, otherwise it will not be usable when no external data is available. See More

Top Pro

Offline navigation

Internet connection is not required. See More

Top Con

Poor map viewing

Sygic's interface is tailored to navigation. While viewing maps in 2D is possible, it populates the map with a bunch of POI icons which detract from street names. The biggest issue is how easy it is to select something or start navigation when zooming in/out. See More

Top Pro

Lane guidance

Top Pro

Detailed and up to date commercial map data

Utilizes commercial data for its maps. While not strictly better it can have more up-to-date map data than OSM with better coverage. This is also the reason for the the good address data. See More

Top Pro

Good address data

This app can locate address without external data. See More

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score 40 · Answer 8

Be-on-road (Offline Maps & Navigation)

Top Pro

Display of speed and (current) speed limit

If exceeding the current speed limit by more than 10km/h, the current speed display turns red. See More

Top Con

Needs quite some time to recalculate and select an alternative route

When intentionally driving a different than the suggested street, it tries a long time to get you back onto the initially suggested route though alternatives would be faster and shorter. See More

Top Pro

Display of next speed limit change

When routing you can see the next speed limit traffic sign displayed, so you can better estimate when to release the right pedal to drive more efficiently. See More

Top Con

Speed limits often are incomplete or outdated

Top Pro

Easy to set up map data

It is easy to select for which country to download the maps initially. See More

Top Con

Outdated map data

Top Pro

Navigation-orientated interface

Easy to select target(s), easy definition of home/work addresses, clear interface while navigating. See More

Top Con

Unclear what map data source is used

If it would use Open Street Map data, it would add the option to fix something, e.g. the speed limits, yourself. See More

Top Pro

Smooth update of the display while driving

Top Con

No routing options

E.g. there is no option to configure average speed values to use for certain kind of streets. See More

Top Pro

Good display of lanes to use

e.g. on Autobahn exits. See More

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score 86 · Answer 9

Waze

Top Pro

Notification about police

Top Con

Very high battery consumption.

This app literally DRAINS your mobile. In a iPhone 6s, I can drive just a couple of hours before running out of battery. See More

Top Pro

Shows traffic speeds during rush hour

Shows red during heavy traffic along with mph, and orange for mild traffic. See More

Top Con

Advertisement supported

The advertisements usually shown when the vehicle is at rest, and they cover the entire screen. There is no way to get rid of them, it's strictly a free ad supported app. See More

Top Pro

Live routing and alert reports from other waze users

Each waze user has the ability to report traffic and road information changes as well as accidents, road closures, police locations and other alerts in real-time. This information is then displayed on the map to benefit other drivers and used to recalculate optimal route. See More

Top Pro

Lists traffic accidents

Specs

Platforms:Android, iOs

Developer:Google

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score 24 · Answer 10

MapFactor

Top Pro

Allows selecting fastest, shortest, or cheapest route

The app offers calculating route by shortest travel time, shortest travel distance or lowest gas cost. See More

Top Con

Ads

Top Pro

Free

Top Con

High battery use

Top Pro

Can be used offline

From the app's settings at the bottom of the screen there's a section that allows downloading new and deleting no longer necessary maps. You can choose between free Open Street Maps or slightly more accurate and feature-rich TomTom maps. Downloading maps locally isgreat for situations when the signal is unreliable or when abroad, since you can use the app without having to consider roaming charges. See More

Top Con

Pinch to zoom needs calibrating

Top Pro

Clean, customizable UI

Top Con

Lacks alternative routing options

Top Pro

Can be installed on an SD card

In addition to installing the app on the device's internal memory, MapFactor can also be installed on an external memory storage device such as an SD card. See More

Top Con

Truck mode is not useful without paid TomTom maps

Top Pro

Turn-by-turn voice navigation is available in multiple languages

Top Pro

Day and night switching

Top Pro

2D and 3D modes

Top Pro

Dedicated routing options for trucks

In truck mode, that requires paid TomTom maps, if you input vehicle's properties such as max speed, height, length, weight, weight per axle, etc, it will take those restrictions into consideration when planning a route. See More

Top Pro

Offers choice between using free Open Street Maps or paid TomTom maps

Top Pro

Has internet based live traffic option

For 9€/year See More

Top Pro

Allows recording and replaying travel

MapFactor allows recording travel and replaying back the route later. It also allows exchanging recorded routes with other MapFactor users. See More

Top Pro

Searches by address, POI, coordinates and via Google search (allows voice)

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score 169 · Answer 11

Google Maps

Top Pro

Offline functionality

You can download offline data per city or parts of cities if you live in an especially large city, but not for states or countries. Points of Interests are generally more relevant & current than the typical stand alone GPS unit. See More

Top Con

No plan-ahead for commuters

Cannot plan trip ahead based on commuter lane. See More

Top Pro

Best execution of save location feature

Recent updates have made it so you can label a place instead of being stuck with some address or GPS coordinate and forgetting what it represents. Saved places show as stars and are all on one layer as long as you're logged in. There is also the ability to create maps (parallel to groups) for things you might not want to see or have show up all the time whenever you're using google maps from day to day. This feature is highly helpful for planning, even if you're a person who likes to wing it. See More

Top Con

Not very precise traffic information

Depending on a country information might not be very accurate for traffic. See More

Top Pro

Find your parked car

You save the location of your car and easily find it again See More

Top Con

Sometimes takes too long to load

Top Pro

Accurate mapping

Top Con

Saved locations needs online connection and has no visible label

Two negatives about this feature is you have to be online to be able to save a place, but it is stored off line once google map gets on the net and syncs. The other negative is there is no visible label for saved places, you have to click on stars to see the label for them. See More

Top Pro

Updated constantly

Nearby my house, there is major road construction in progress. Apple maps didn’t show this at all, but google maps did. There was also a new, small road that was finished around 3 days ago. Google maps shows this road. Apple maps still hasn’t shown the major construction. See More

Top Con

Maps saved offline can easily wipe your bandwidth cap via auto update

Google Maps offline maps update automatically in the background. Not a problem if you're using a sim card in your phone, but if you connect to a pre-paid hotspot that the phone recognizes and connects to as a wifi device you risk burning through your data allotment. The offline maps can be set to update manually, but this is not default behavior. See More

Top Pro

Most ubiquitous third party app integration

Asides from the stock Apple Maps app, Google Maps is the most commonly supported 3rd party map. 3rd party apps often have links for directions, Google Maps is usually an option whereas other 3rd party GPS apps are not. See More

Top Con

It’s Google

Top Pro

Navigation background change based on ambient light

This is great for night driving or even when going through tunnels as the map will be more visible for low light situations. See More

Top Pro

Secondary routing

Google Maps can now search for and add a route for a second location on the way to the primary location that you are going to and have already routed. Note that it cannot do a third or true multi routing like the desktop webapp can. See More

Specs

Platforms:Android, iOs

Developer:Google

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score 20 · Answer 12

Podcast Addict

Top Pro

Free ad supported version available

For those that would like to try out the app or don't mind advertisements in their apps there is a free version available for download. See More

Top Con

Design is hum-drum and cluttered

The UI is a bit boring and cluttered when compared to PocketCasts. See More

Top Pro

A lot of features

The app provides a lot of features, adjustments, and settings. See More

Top Con

Can not easily share a podcast

Top Pro

Import OPML

For networks out there that offer an OPML for their entire list of shows, users can import that full list, making an easy way to get an entire networks listings. See More

Top Pro

Automatically creates play queue

When you play an episode from the Downloaded list, it makes a queue of all episodes for continuous play. See More

Top Pro

Built in playlist shuffle feature

While not on by default users can go into the players settings to allow for a shuffle feature of all podcasts in the users playlist. See More

Top Pro

Chromecast support

Chromecast is supported for those that want to stream their podcasts to a Chromecast compliant device. See More

Top Pro

Radio Streaming

Specs

Platforms:Chromecast

Free tier:Ad-supported

Chapters:Yes

Import/Export:Import OPML

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score 74 · Answer 13

Sygic: GPS Navigation & Maps

Top Pro

Safe projection like hands free heads up display

GPS Navigation & Maps Sygic offers an in app purchase to add on a Heads Up Display for the app. This works for nighttime driving by placing ones device up by the windshield and the device will reflect all information in the windshield for a convenient hands free experience that is on the level of where ones eyes already are. See More

Top Con

Poor map viewing

Sygic's interface is tailored to navigation. While viewing maps in 2D is possible, it populates the map with a bunch of POI icons which detract from street names. The biggest issue is how easy it is to select something or start navigation when zooming in/out. Still usable for map viewing though. See More

Top Pro

Useful lane guidance

GPS Navigation & Maps Sygic provides lane guidance as a feature for safe lane maneuvering while driving which is great especially when on a highway of unknown locations being one never knows exactly what lanes to be in when merging or taking exits. See More

Top Con

Bad map accuracy

Even the newest maps seem outdated and have many mistakes or inaccuracies. Entire ranges of house numbers are absent in some streets, 3d buildings are only present in some segments. See More

Top Pro

Highly precise address data

GPS Navigation & Maps Sygic is powered by Tom Tom map data, which is often used by governments as well as emergency services. See More

Top Con

Updates require running app

After a Play Store update it is important to run the app once to download all the offline data again, otherwise it will not be usable when no external data is available. This is not only time consuming but inconvenient for those that may be in a hurry. See More

Top Pro

Local language guidance

Top Con

Bad routing

Top Pro

Easily assess location with 3D Navigation

GPS Navigation & Maps Sygic provides a very detailed 3D world during navigation, with elevated hills and even city buildings which makes for a more realistic view of where one is in comparison to their surroundings. See More

Top Con

No voice controls

Seems a bit pointless having no voice alerts in the free one unless someone is sitting next to you. See More

Top Pro

Commercial Map Data

Utilizes commercial data for its maps that are supplied by TomTom Maps. While not strictly better it can have more up-to-date map data than OSM. This is also the reason for the the good address data. See More

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score 105 · Answer 14

HERE

Top Pro

Wider availability of downloading maps from various countries

HERE maps allows users to download maps from more than 200 countries. See More

Top Con

GPS location is inaccurate

Top Pro

Interactive 3D maps

There are interactive 3D maps for shopping areas and airports for 70 different countries around the world. See More

Top Con

Map file size

Map downloads are huge in size, ranging from a few hundred megabytes, to a couple of gigabytes, depending on the size of the map being downloaded. Luckily, the app can be set to store them on external SD memory. See More

Top Pro

Find places near you

You can find places to shop, eat, and almost anything with HERE. See More

Top Con

Does not provide lane guidance

Top Pro

SD card support

Top Pro

Voice-guided navigation

HERE has voice-guided turn by turn direction built into the app and is even usable when offline. See More

Top Pro

Save maps for offline use

HERE allows users to save maps to their devices storage in order to allow offline usage of the app anytime. See More

Top Pro

Has multilevel floor layouts for many airports and large shopping centers

Many airports and large buildings have an icon on them which, when tapped, opens up a 3D view of the floor plan with labelled locations of services, shops & transport etc. Includes an index for selecting each level of the building. See More

Top Pro

Great smartwatch companion app

Excellent companion app allows navigation from your paired Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch. Has clear turn-by-turn instructions, vibration alerts at intersections, and zoomable location map (using rotating bezel). (Smartwatch app works with phone app and is not standalone). See More

Top Pro

Includes public transport routing & schedules

Has train, ferry, bus etc. routes and schedules for many cities. The routes are overlaid on actual maps (spatially correct, vs the typical simplified diagrams of public transport networks) which I find reassuring and useful when exploring new locations. Also shows the schedules for next few services for any given station/stop. I'm not sure how accurate the schedules are though - they were incomplete for the small town where I live, but seemed more complete for major cities. See More

Top Pro

Offline transit and walking directions

HERE is probably the only offline navigation app which has transit directions and walking directions when offline. See More

Specs

Platforms:Android, iOs

License:Proprietary

Developer:HERE Apps LLC

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score 18 · Answer 15

Copilot GPS

Top Pro

Saves time by adjusting routes on the fly depending on traffic

Includes free trial for ActiveTraffic data, giving you fastest routes taking into account traffic data which can help save time when driving at high traffic times. See More

Top Con

POI search somewhat lacking

Hard to find some places that are present on different maps. See More

Top Pro

Has navigation profiles

Remembers routes/places traveled to See More

Top Con

Premium can be pricey

Premium features unlock unlimited voice navigation and ActiveTraffic can cost quite a lot at $29.99 when compared to other premium map/navigation apps. See More

Top Pro

Works really well in metro areas

Top Pro

Free offline mapping for convenient use when away from data

Users can download map packs for different regions along with points of interest to allow for easy navigation when in an area without data or using a device that does not have a cellular data connection such as a tablet. See More

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score 9 · Answer 16

HERE WeGo

Top Pro

Gives traffic and public transport information

Needless to say that these features will give you better and more up to date feedback when you're online, but you can still use it on offline mode. You can think about alternative routes or which public transport would be best for you to use, so you'll always have choices. See More

Top Pro

Be able to download and use maps even on offline mode

Another good thing about this app is that you can download a map of an entire country of just a specific region, such as a province or state. So if you won't be needing a complete map, this will save you a lot of storage space. But you should check the file size when you're planning to download several regions because you may end up with a bigger file compared to just downloading the map of the entire country. See More

Top Pro

Get to your destination easily with its turn by turn navigation

It has a very convenient turn by turn voice guidance so you can keep your hands on the wheel and be stress-free while you're driving. If you just plan on walking or commuting, then you'll be able to know every step or transfer that you need to take and when. See More

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score 9 · Answer 17

MyProfiles

Top Pro

Works with the vast majority of system settings

It can change lots of settings on your phone, for example you can use MyProfiles to put the phone on silent at the times in the week or locations you shouldn't be disturbed. You can set an exception group from your Android contacts so that important people can still reach you. You can use it to put your phone into airplane mode overnight to save batteries, or when you have a meeting scheduled in your calendar. See More

Top Pro

Profiles are activated based on a variety of parameters

Profiles can be activated based on a specific location, calendar event, battery status, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, screen, etc. See More

Top Pro

Comes with 6 default profiles

The default profiles available are normal, sleep, outdoor, online, offline and driving. Profiles control notifications, display settings, wireless settings, general settings, and launching/closing application settings (just to name a few). See More

Top Pro

Very configurable & Flexible

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score 84 · Answer 18

Tasker

Top Pro

Infinitely tweakable

Tasker has an impressive amount of triggers, actions, and parameters that can be used together in an incredible variety of ways. It can even accept scripts to follow instructions. See More

Top Con

Steep learning curve

Tasker lacks good documentation or tutorials, which is important as the learning curve is very high if you want to use its advance features where this app actually shines. See More

Top Pro

Create powerful custom applications

Tasker has the ability to create custom applications, effectively replacing multiple installed apps in your phone with tasks that are triggered automatically. What's even better is that they will be custom tailored to fit your specific needs. See More

Top Con

Awful user interface

While it's incredibly powerful, Tasker's user interface is counter-intuitive, confusing, and just plain clunky at every turn. See More

Top Pro

Can adjust system software

With Root access it can also dabble with system software which other apps are not likely to achieve at the moment. See More

Top Pro

Export tasks as standalone apps

Tasker allows exporting workflows you've created as standalone applications that can then be shared or even put on the Google Play store. See More

Top Pro

Awesome plugin support

Tasker has awesome plugin support to connect with hardware that usually requires installing specific apps. For example, it has a plugin for Pebble smartwatch so that you can automate tasks that require using Pebble. See More

Top Pro

Purchase only once

The dev does not keep bringing out revised apps expecting you to pay each and every time; the same app has been developed consistently for nearly a decade. See More

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score 8 · Answer 19

Aurora

Top Pro

Anonymous login

Get apps directly from Google Play Store without using a Google Account. See More

Top Pro

Spoof your device

When your phone supposedly doesn't work with this app you can spoof your phone as another device and download it anyway, often the app works as intended. See More

Top Pro

Spoof country or language

Get country or language restricted apps anyways. See More

Top Pro

See app statistics

Can view general privacy-related usage of the app eg. contains apps, uses GPS, etc. See More

Top Pro

Option keep or delete APK file after installation

Top Pro

Works on Android TV

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score 35 · Answer 20

Strava

Top Pro

Keeps track of segments without user manually timing them

Segments - can track your improvements or compare with friends, club members without manual input. Or you can keep them private. See More

Top Con

Not for indoor spinning or gym workouts

Top Pro

Supports multiple devices

Current list includes: iPhone 3GS and later, Android 2.2 and later, Garmin Forerunner and Edge, Soleus, Timex Run Trainer 2.0 See More

Top Con

By default, all your GPS data is made public

From their blog: "The basic level is to choose to not use any privacy controls and make your info available publicly..." See More

Top Pro

Can share running routes with others

Running is boring if it's the same stretch of road. Stava lets you share good places to run. See More

Top Pro

Allows challenging other people

You can set a goal and challenge friends as well as local professional athletes. See More

Top Pro

Accurate distance measurements

Top Pro

Watch the pros

You are able to follow some professional athletes and see their training etc.. Makes you realize how hard they train. See More

Top Pro

Tracks heart rate with chest strap

Can also track heart rate with other types of HR monitors e.g. arm strap or smart watch. See More

Top Pro

Equipment tracking

This lets you figure out how many miles you've put on a pair of shoes before it's time to get a replacement pair. See More

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