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2GIS vs Google Maps: catalog facts
2GIS	Google Maps
Best for: Finding businesses and getting around in cities that 2GIS covers	Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search
Free Free to use; 2GIS earns money from business advertising.	Free Free to use.
Web	Android, iOS, Web
Detailed business listings with hours, photos and phone numbers Address search and route planning All 3 strengths for 2GIS Detailed business listings with hours, photos and phone numbers Address search and route planning Browse places by category such as food, groceries or ATMs	Real-time traffic and lane guidance Public transit directions All 4 strengths for Google Maps Real-time traffic and lane guidance Public transit directions Street View imagery Extensive local business listings
Coverage is limited to the cities and countries 2GIS supports Includes advertising for businesses	Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas
Web application	Downloadable app, Web application
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Offline features available
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for 2GIS 2gis.com Catalog checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Google Maps google.com/maps play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354 Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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