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Best for: Planning road trips in North America from a browser

Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search

Free

Free to use and supported by advertising.

 Free

Free to use.

Android, iOS, Web, Browser extension Android, iOS, Web
  • Route planner for multi-stop trips
  • Live traffic and road conditions
  • Web and mobile apps
  • Real-time traffic and lane guidance
  • Public transit directions
  • Street View imagery
  • Extensive local business listings
  • Advertising throughout the site
  • Focused mainly on the United States and Canada
  • Tied to Google's data collection
  • Offline use limited to downloaded areas
Downloadable app, Web application, Browser extension Downloadable app, 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 Offline features available

Sources

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.