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Yandex Maps vs Citymapper: catalog facts
Yandex Maps	Citymapper
Best for: Finding local places and routes in regions Yandex covers well	Best for: Commuters and visitors getting around big cities by public transport
Free Free to use in the browser.	Free + paid options Free to use, with some features reserved for the paid CLUB membership.
Web	Android, iOS, Web
Routes for public transport, driving and walking Category search for local places and services All 3 strengths for Yandex Maps Routes for public transport, driving and walking Category search for local places and services Works without an exact address	Covers more than 400 major cities Live bus locations, traffic and diversions All 3 strengths for Citymapper Covers more than 400 major cities Live bus locations, traffic and diversions Available on iPhone, Android and the web
Proprietary service run by Yandex Coverage detail varies by region	Only covers larger transit cities Some features require a CLUB membership All 3 limitations for Citymapper Only covers larger transit cities Some features require a CLUB membership Shows advertising
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
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Yandex Maps yandex.com/maps Catalog checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Citymapper citymapper.com play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/citymapper-all-live-transit/id4694632… Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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