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AllTrails vs OSRM

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AllTrails

Maps

Discover the best hiking and biking trails

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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OSRM

Maps

High-performance open-source routing engine designed for OpenStreetMap data, providing fast route calculations

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: AllTrails the App Store listing shows AllTrails is a free download with an in-app Pro subscription; the visible listing text does not state the Pro price, so the reader must check in-app purchases for the current rate.; OSRM free and open source routing engine under the 2-clause BSD license, no commercial tier
  • They diverge on capability: AllTrails covers Trail discovery, OSRM covers Core Functionality.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AllTrails and OSRM actually diverge.

Attributes where AllTrails and OSRM differ
AttributeAllTrailsOSRM
Pricing modelfreemiumopen-source
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb
Founded2010Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Maps).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in AllTrails

  • Trail discovery
  • Offline maps
  • GPS navigation
  • Activity recording
  • Trail reviews
  • Apple Health
  • Garmin
  • Apple Watch

Only in OSRM

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

AllTrails

  • Trail discoverynot OSRM
  • Hiking navigationnot OSRM
  • Outdoor fitness trackingnot OSRM

OSRM

  • Calculating efficient delivery routes across continental-sized road networks in millisecondsnot AllTrails
  • Building navigation features for mobile apps without constructing routing infrastructurenot AllTrails
  • Customizing route optimization for car, bicycle, and pedestrian transportation modesnot AllTrails
  • Integrating OpenStreetMap data for real-time routing in web applicationsnot AllTrails

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

AllTrails

  • The App Store listing shows AllTrails is a free download with an in-app Pro subscription; the visible listing text does not state the Pro price, so the reader must check in-app purchases for the current rate.

OSRM

  • Free and open source routing engine under the 2-clause BSD license, no commercial tier

Pricing, plan by plan

AllTrails

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Trail search
    • Community reviews
    • Basic maps
  • AllTrails+$35.99/year
    • Offline maps
    • Real-time navigation
    • Trail conditions

OSRM

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the OSRM review.

Which should you pick?

Choose AllTrails if

  • You need trail discovery.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want offline maps.
AllTrails review

Choose OSRM if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want user interface.
OSRM review

Questions people ask

Is AllTrails or OSRM better?
Neither clearly leads. AllTrails starts at Free and OSRM at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AllTrails or OSRM?
AllTrails starts at Free and OSRM at Free.
Does AllTrails or OSRM run on more platforms?
AllTrails runs on Ios, Android, Web. OSRM runs on Web.
Can I use AllTrails for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is AllTrails best used for?
AllTrails is most often used for trail discovery, hiking navigation, outdoor fitness tracking. Of those, trail discovery and hiking navigation are not what OSRM is typically brought in for.
What can AllTrails do that OSRM cannot?
AllTrails covers Trail discovery, Offline maps, GPS navigation, Activity recording. OSRM covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

AllTrails: Is AllTrails free to use?

AllTrails offers both free and paid membership options. The basic free tier allows users to explore trails, see maps, and access core features for discovering hiking and outdoor activities.

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OSRM: How much does Project OSRM cost?

Project OSRM is completely free and open source, distributed under the permissive 2-clause BSD license with no licensing costs or fees.

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AllTrails: Can I create custom routes on AllTrails?

Yes, AllTrails allows users to build and edit custom trails. The platform provides route converter tools and options to print custom maps for your own trail designs.

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