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Apple Maps vs Yandex Maps: catalog facts
Apple Maps	Yandex Maps
Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want built-in navigation	Best for: Finding local places and routes in regions Yandex covers well
Free Free, included with Apple devices and on the web.	Free Free to use in the browser.
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	Routes for public transport, driving and walking Category search for local places and services All 3 strengths for Yandex Maps Routes for public transport, driving and walking Category search for local places and services Works without an exact address
Native apps only on Apple platforms Web version offers fewer features than the apps	Proprietary service run by Yandex Coverage detail varies by region
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 Yandex Maps yandex.com/maps Catalog checked September 24, 2026

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