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OpenStreetMap vs Apple Maps: catalog facts
OpenStreetMap	Apple Maps
Best for: People who want an open world map and the ability to improve it	Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want built-in navigation
Free Free to use; the map data is available under an open license.	Free Free, included with Apple devices and on the web.
Web	macOS, iOS, Web
Map data free to use under an open license Anyone can correct or add places All 3 strengths for OpenStreetMap Map data free to use under an open license Anyone can correct or add places Built-in routing with several engines	Built into iPhone and Mac Tight CarPlay integration All 4 strengths for Apple Maps Built into iPhone and Mac Tight CarPlay integration Web version for use from any browser Guides and place recommendations
Coverage and detail vary by region The website itself has no offline use; offline access needs a separate app	Native apps only on Apple platforms Web version offers fewer features than the apps
Web application	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
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for OpenStreetMap openstreetmap.org Catalog checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Apple Maps maps.apple.com apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-maps/id915056765 Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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