The best Apple Maps alternatives in 2026

1. 1

   Google Maps

   Navigation, transit and local reviews for almost anywhere 9.1 +0.1 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -2.6
   • More features +1.0
   • Better value +0.7
   • Faster +0.5

   Best for: Travelers who want directions, transit and place reviews in one app

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2. 2

   Citymapper

   Step-by-step public transit directions for big cities 8.6 -0.4 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -1.6

   Best for: Commuters and city visitors who rely on public transit and want the fastest route

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3. 3

   Waze

   Crowd-sourced driving directions and live traffic alerts 8.5 -0.5 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -3.3
   • Weaker design -0.8
   • Better value +0.6

   Best for: Drivers who want the fastest route right now on commutes and road trips

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4. 4

   Flighty

   Live flight tracking with early delay warnings 9.1 +0.1 vs Apple Maps
   • Worse value -1.3
   • More features +0.4
   • Better design +0.4

   Best for: Frequent flyers who want the earliest warning of delays and gate changes

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5. 5

   Polarsteps

   Plan, track and relive your trips on a living map 8.8 -0.2 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -1.8

   Best for: Backpackers and long-trip travelers who want an easy travel diary

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6. 6

   Wanderlog

   Plan trips together with maps, budgets and itineraries 8.4 -0.6 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -1.4
   • Weaker design -1.0
   • Slower -0.9
   • Worse value -0.4

   Best for: Groups and couples planning detailed trips together

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7. 7

   Airalo

   Travel eSIMs for 200+ destinations, set up in minutes 8.3 -0.7 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -1.8
   • Weaker design -0.9
   • Worse value -0.6
   • Fewer features -0.4

   Best for: International travelers who want mobile data without roaming charges

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8. 8

   Booking.com

   Hotels, apartments, flights and cars in one booking app 8.2 -0.7 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -2.8
   • Weaker design -1.0
   • Worse value -0.8

   Best for: Travelers who book hotels often and want the most choice and flexible rates

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9. 9

   Airbnb

   Homes, experiences and services booked from one app 8.2 -0.8 vs Apple Maps
   • Less private -2.6
   • Worse value -2.0
   • Weaker design -0.5
   • Slower -0.5

   Best for: Families and groups who want a whole home with a kitchen

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10. 10

    Expedia

    Book flights, hotels, cars and packages in one app 8.1 -0.9 vs Apple Maps
    • Less private -3.2
    • Worse value -1.2
    • Weaker design -1.1
    • Slower -0.5

    Best for: Travelers who want to book flights, hotels and cars together in one itinerary

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11. 11

    Vrbo

    Whole vacation homes for families and groups 8.0 -1.0 vs Apple Maps
    • Less private -2.4
    • Worse value -1.8
    • Weaker design -0.9
    • Slower -0.5

    Best for: Families and groups booking a whole house, cabin or condo for a getaway

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12. 12

    Hopper

    Flight and hotel deals with price predictions and flexible add-ons 7.6 -1.3 vs Apple Maps
    • Less private -2.8
    • Worse value -2.0
    • Slower -1.0
    • Weaker design -0.9

    Best for: Travelers with flexible dates who want help timing flight bookings

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