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Google Maps vs 2GIS: catalog facts
Google Maps	2GIS
Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search	Best for: Finding businesses and getting around in cities that 2GIS covers
Free Free to use.	Free Free to use; 2GIS earns money from business advertising.
Android, iOS, Web	Web
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	Detailed business listings with hours, photos and phone numbers Address search and route planning All 3 strengths for 2GIS Detailed business listings with hours, photos and phone numbers Address search and route planning Browse places by category such as food, groceries or ATMs
Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas	Coverage is limited to the cities and countries 2GIS supports Includes advertising for businesses
Downloadable app, Web application	Web application
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Offline features available	Not stated if it works offline
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	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for 2GIS 2gis.com Catalog checked October 2, 2026

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