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Google Maps vs Öffi: catalog facts
Google Maps	Öffi
Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search	Best for: Public transport users in Europe who want one timetable app
Free Free to use.	Free Free to download; the site has a page for giving the developer a gift.
Android, iOS, Web	Android
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	Covers many European transport authorities in one app Live departures including delays All 4 strengths for Öffi Covers many European transport authorities in one app Live departures including delays Interactive network plans Widget for departures at nearby stations
Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas	Android only Coverage outside Europe is limited to a few regions
Downloadable app, Web application	Downloadable app
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is 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 Öffi oeffi.schildbach.de f-droid.org/packages/de.schildbach.oeffi Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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