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Apple Maps vs Google Maps: catalog facts
Apple Maps	Google Maps
Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want built-in navigation	Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search
Free Free, included with Apple devices and on the web.	Free Free to use.
macOS, iOS, Web	Android, iOS, 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	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
Native apps only on Apple platforms Web version offers fewer features than the apps	Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas
Downloadable app, Web application	Downloadable app, 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	Offline features available
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 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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