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GNOME Maps vs Citymapper: catalog facts
GNOME Maps	Citymapper
Best for: Linux desktop users who want a simple OpenStreetMap-based map app	Best for: Commuters and visitors getting around big cities by public transport
Free Free to install from Flathub; donations go to the GNOME Foundation.	Free + paid options Free to use, with some features reserved for the paid CLUB membership.
Linux	Android, iOS, Web
Uses open OpenStreetMap data Pedestrian and public transit route planning All 4 strengths for GNOME Maps Uses open OpenStreetMap data Pedestrian and public transit route planning Integrates with the GNOME desktop Actively maintained with a 2026 release	Covers more than 400 major cities Live bus locations, traffic and diversions All 3 strengths for Citymapper Covers more than 400 major cities Live bus locations, traffic and diversions Available on iPhone, Android and the web
Linux only Fewer features than large commercial map services	Only covers larger transit cities Some features require a CLUB membership All 3 limitations for Citymapper Only covers larger transit cities Some features require a CLUB membership Shows advertising
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application
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 GNOME Maps apps.gnome.org/Maps Catalog checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Citymapper citymapper.com play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/citymapper-all-live-transit/id4694632… Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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