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Yandex Maps vs GNOME Maps: catalog facts
Yandex Maps	GNOME Maps
Best for: Finding local places and routes in regions Yandex covers well	Best for: Linux desktop users who want a simple OpenStreetMap-based map app
Free Free to use in the browser.	Free Free to install from Flathub; donations go to the GNOME Foundation.
Web	Linux
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	Uses open OpenStreetMap data Pedestrian and public transit route planning All 4 strengths for GNOME Maps Uses open OpenStreetMap data Pedestrian and public transit route planning Integrates with the GNOME desktop Actively maintained with a 2026 release
Proprietary service run by Yandex Coverage detail varies by region	Linux only Fewer features than large commercial map services
Web application	Downloadable app
Not open source	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 GNOME Maps apps.gnome.org/Maps Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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