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Google Maps vs ViaMichelin: catalog facts
Google Maps	ViaMichelin
Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search	Best for: Drivers planning road trips who want cost estimates and stops
Free Free to use.	Free Route planning on the website is available without payment.
Android, iOS, Web	Android, iOS, 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	Fuel and toll cost estimates per journey Charging stations and stop ideas along the route All 4 strengths for ViaMichelin Fuel and toll cost estimates per journey Charging stations and stop ideas along the route Hotels and restaurants from the Michelin selection Available on web, iOS and Android
Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas	Focused on driving rather than walking or cycling Travel and hotel content sits alongside the planner
Downloadable app, Web application	Downloadable app, Web application
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 ViaMichelin viamichelin.com Catalog checked October 1, 2026

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