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Yandex Maps vs OpenStreetMap: catalog facts
Yandex Maps	OpenStreetMap
Best for: Finding local places and routes in regions Yandex covers well	Best for: People who want an open world map and the ability to improve it
Free Free to use in the browser.	Free Free to use; the map data is available under an open license.
Web	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	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
Proprietary service run by Yandex Coverage detail varies by region	Coverage and detail vary by region The website itself has no offline use; offline access needs a separate app
Web application	Web application
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	Needs internet
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 OpenStreetMap openstreetmap.org Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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