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Azuga vs MAPS.ME

Azuga logo

Azuga

Fleet Management

GPS fleet tracking with driver behaviour scoring

From
On request
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
MAPS.ME logo

MAPS.ME

Maps

Free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only MAPS.ME has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Azuga driver monitoring is contentious regardless of framing, and rewards do not remove that; MAPS.ME mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • They diverge on capability: Azuga covers GPS tracking, MAPS.ME covers Core Functionality.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Azuga and MAPS.ME actually diverge.

Attributes where Azuga and MAPS.ME differ
AttributeAzugaMAPS.ME
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelPer-vehicle monthly subscription; published on the vendor siteUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, CloudiOS, Android
CategoryFleet ManagementMaps
FoundedUnknown2011

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Azuga

  • GPS tracking
  • Driver scorecards
  • Dashcams
  • Maintenance reminders

Only in MAPS.ME

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

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

Azuga

  • Fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage withnot MAPS.ME
  • Service businesses proving arrival times to customersnot MAPS.ME
  • Reducing fuel and maintenance costs through driving behaviournot MAPS.ME

MAPS.ME

  • Downloading offline maps for travel without connectivitynot Azuga
  • Turn-by-turn driving, walking, and cycling navigation without datanot Azuga
  • Finding points of interest and hiking trailsnot Azuga
  • Following built-in travel guidesnot Azuga
  • Hotel booking via Booking.com integrationnot Azuga

Where each one falls short

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

Azuga

  • Driver monitoring is contentious regardless of framing, and rewards do not remove that
  • Hardware installation per vehicle is real upfront cost and effort
  • Contracts are typically multi-year, which limits switching
  • A smaller ecosystem than Samsara or Geotab, with fewer third-party integrations

MAPS.ME

  • Mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • Free tier limits offline map downloads and shows monetization prompts
  • No native Windows, macOS, or Linux app
  • Map data comes from the OpenStreetMap community rather than a commercial map provider

Pricing, plan by plan

Azuga

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Azuga review.

MAPS.ME

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the MAPS.ME review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Azuga if

  • You need gps tracking.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
  • You also want driver scorecards.
Azuga review

Choose MAPS.ME if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want user interface.
MAPS.ME review

Questions people ask

Is Azuga or MAPS.ME better?
Neither clearly leads. Azuga starts at On request and MAPS.ME at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Azuga or MAPS.ME?
MAPS.ME has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Azuga and Free for MAPS.ME.
Does Azuga or MAPS.ME run on more platforms?
Azuga runs on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud. MAPS.ME runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use MAPS.ME for free?
Yes. MAPS.ME has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Azuga starts at On request.
What is Azuga best used for?
Azuga is most often used for fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage with, service businesses proving arrival times to customers, reducing fuel and maintenance costs through driving behaviour. Of those, fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage with and service businesses proving arrival times to customers are not what MAPS.ME is typically brought in for.
What can Azuga do that MAPS.ME cannot?
Azuga covers GPS tracking, Driver scorecards, Dashcams, Maintenance reminders. MAPS.ME covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Azuga: What does Azuga cost?

It publishes per-vehicle monthly pricing, normally on a multi-year contract with hardware.

MAPS.ME: Is MAPS.ME free to download and use?

MAPS.ME is available as a free download for both iOS via App Store and Android via Google Play. No pricing information is published on the MAPS.ME website, suggesting a free service model.

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Azuga: How is it different from other fleet trackers?

It leans on driver scorecards and rewards rather than pure oversight, though how that feels depends on how the company uses the data.

MAPS.ME: What features are included in MAPS.ME?

MAPS.ME is marketed as 'not just an app but a friend in all your adventures.' Full feature details require downloading the app from App Store or Google Play. Specific limitations or premium features are not disclosed on the website.

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Azuga: Does it handle ELD compliance?

Yes, it supports electronic logging for hours-of-service requirements.

MAPS.ME: How does MAPS.ME make money if the app is free?

MAPS.ME does not publish pricing or monetization details on its website. The app is available free on both iOS and Android platforms, but the business model for generating revenue is not disclosed publicly.

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