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Yandex Maps vs Google Maps: catalog facts
Yandex Maps	Google Maps
Best for: Finding local places and routes in regions Yandex covers well	Best for: Everyday driving, transit and local search
Free Free to use in the browser.	Free Free to use.
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	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
Proprietary service run by Yandex Coverage detail varies by region	Tied to Google's data collection Offline use limited to downloaded areas
Web application	Downloadable app, Web application
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Offline features available
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 Google Maps google.com/maps play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354 Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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