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Apple Maps vs Scout Maps: catalog facts
Apple Maps	Scout Maps
Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want built-in navigation	Best for: Commuters with a car that has Google built-in
Free Free, included with Apple devices and on the web.	Free + paid options Free to install; catalog sources list some features as paid.
macOS, iOS, Web	Android, iOS
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	Runs in cars with Google built-in Dynamic speed limit alerts All 3 strengths for Scout Maps Runs in cars with Google built-in Dynamic speed limit alerts Predictive routing for regular commutes
Native apps only on Apple platforms Web version offers fewer features than the apps	Predictive features rely on observing your travel patterns Oriented towards the US market
Downloadable app, Web application	Downloadable app
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is 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 Scout Maps scoutgps.com Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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