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Apple Maps vs Amap: catalog facts
Apple Maps	Amap
Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want built-in navigation	Best for: Finding places and routes in mainland China
Free Free, included with Apple devices and on the web.	Free Free to use on the web.
macOS, iOS, Web	Web
Built into iPhone and Mac Tight CarPlay integration All 4 strengths for Apple Maps Built into iPhone and Mac Tight CarPlay integration Web version for use from any browser Guides and place recommendations	Detailed coverage of mainland China Transit and driving route queries All 3 strengths for Amap Detailed coverage of mainland China Transit and driving route queries Place and nearby search
Native apps only on Apple platforms Web version offers fewer features than the apps	Interface in Chinese Focused on China rather than worldwide coverage
Downloadable app, Web application	Web application
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Apple Maps maps.apple.com apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-maps/id915056765 Catalog checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Amap amap.com Catalog checked October 2, 2026

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