Maps · head to head
Leica Infinity vs OsmAnd
Leica Infinity
Maps
Office software that combines total station, GNSS, level, UAV and scanner data into one survey project
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
OsmAnd
Maps
Open-source map and navigation application based on OpenStreetMap data
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only OsmAnd has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Leica Infinity leica publishes no pricing at all and sells through dealers, so identical firms in different regions pay different rates for the same modules and cannot benchmark a quote.; OsmAnd free version limited to only 7 map downloads at once, restricting users who need multiple regional maps
- They diverge on capability: Leica Infinity covers Multi-sensor project, OsmAnd covers Core Functionality.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Leica Infinity and OsmAnd actually diverge.
| Attribute | Leica Infinity | OsmAnd |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | quote | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Windows | iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery |
| Founded | Unknown | 2010 |
Identical on both: 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 Leica Infinity
- Multi-sensor project
- Network adjustment
- GNSS baseline processing
- Point cloud handling
- Surface and volume
- Field data exchange
- Imaging and UAV workflow
- CAD, GIS and BIM export
Only in OsmAnd
- Core Functionality
- User Interface
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Leica Infinity
- A survey practice running Leica instruments that wants control adjustment, GNSS post-processing and scan registration in one project rather than three packagesnot OsmAnd
- A contractor computing monthly earthworks volumes from drone and GNSS data measured against a design surface for payment applicationsnot OsmAnd
- A monitoring job comparing repeated survey epochs of a structure or slope where the adjustment history and residuals must be defensiblenot OsmAnd
- An office preparing stakeout data and control for field crews on Leica Captivate and receiving as-built observations back into the same projectnot OsmAnd
OsmAnd
- Offline navigation in areas with no data connectionnot Leica Infinity
- Turn-by-turn voice guided drivingnot Leica Infinity
- Bicycle and pedestrian routingnot Leica Infinity
- Hiking and trail running navigationnot Leica Infinity
- Motorcycling and travel using per-country or per-region offline mapsnot Leica Infinity
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Leica Infinity
- Leica publishes no pricing at all and sells through dealers, so identical firms in different regions pay different rates for the same modules and cannot benchmark a quote.
- It is modular, which means the advertised capability list is not what you get: sensor and processing modules are licensed separately and the useful configuration costs considerably more than the entry one.
- Third-party instrument data is supported but always second-class; a mixed Leica and Trimble fleet will have one manufacturer’s raw data going through a lossier import path.
- Windows only, with no macOS, Linux or browser option, which is a hard constraint for organisations moving field and office work to tablets or cloud desktops.
- Perpetual licences require an ongoing customer care contract to receive updates and support, so the perpetual option saves less over five years than it first appears.
OsmAnd
- Free version limited to only 7 map downloads at once, restricting users who need multiple regional maps
- Poor performance with slow map rendering and navigation lag reported on older devices
- Route calculation limited to approximately 200 kilometers or less for offline calculation
- Map accuracy issues due to reliance on community OpenStreetMap data which may contain outdated information
Pricing, plan by plan
Leica Infinity
On request- Infinity perpetual licence$undefined/year
- Bought once, owned outright
- Modular by sensor and processing capability
- Annual customer care contract needed for updates
- Infinity subscription$undefined/year
- Annual or multi-year term
- Includes updates for the term
- Modules added or removed at renewal
OsmAnd
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the OsmAnd review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Leica Infinity if
- You need multi-sensor project.
- You work on Windows.
- You also want network adjustment.
Choose OsmAnd if
- You need core functionality.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery.
- You also want user interface.
Questions people ask
- Is Leica Infinity or OsmAnd better?
- Neither clearly leads. Leica Infinity starts at On request and OsmAnd at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Leica Infinity or OsmAnd?
- OsmAnd has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Leica Infinity and Free for OsmAnd.
- Does Leica Infinity or OsmAnd run on more platforms?
- Leica Infinity runs on Windows. OsmAnd runs on iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery.
- Can I use OsmAnd for free?
- Yes. OsmAnd has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Leica Infinity starts at On request.
- What is Leica Infinity best used for?
- Leica Infinity is most often used for a survey practice running leica instruments that wants control adjustment, gnss post-processing and scan registration in one project rather than three packages, a contractor computing monthly earthworks volumes from drone and gnss data measured against a design surface for payment applications, a monitoring job comparing repeated survey epochs of a structure or slope where the adjustment history and residuals must be defensible, an office preparing stakeout data and control for field crews on leica captivate and receiving as-built observations back into the same project. Of those, a survey practice running leica instruments that wants control adjustment, gnss post-processing and scan registration in one project rather than three packages and a contractor computing monthly earthworks volumes from drone and gnss data measured against a design surface for payment applications are not what OsmAnd is typically brought in for.
- What can Leica Infinity do that OsmAnd cannot?
- Leica Infinity covers Multi-sensor project, Network adjustment, GNSS baseline processing, Point cloud handling. OsmAnd covers Core Functionality, User Interface.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Leica Infinity: Is Leica Infinity available as a perpetual licence?
Yes. Leica sells Infinity both as a subscription and as a perpetual licence, though updates on a perpetual licence require an active customer care contract.
OsmAnd: Does OsmAnd work offline?
Yes. OsmAnd works fully offline after downloading maps for specific regions. Route calculation, turn-by-turn navigation, and POI search all work without an internet connection.
SourceLeica Infinity: How much does it cost?
Leica does not publish prices. Infinity is quoted per module through authorised dealers.
OsmAnd: What is OsmAnd's pricing?
OsmAnd Free version is available with limitations including only 7 map downloads allowed at once and no 3D map views. OsmAnd Pro subscription costs 2.99 euros per month or 29.99 euros per year, offering 3D maps, hourly map refreshes, and cloud storage.
SourceLeica Infinity: Does it work with non-Leica instruments?
It imports common third-party and standard formats, but Leica raw data is the first-class path. Expect reduced fidelity with competing raw formats.
OsmAnd: What maps does OsmAnd use?
OsmAnd uses free OpenStreetMap data, which is updated monthly or hourly through OsmAnd Live. Wikipedia POI data is available for sightseeing, and users can add optional online tile map overlays.
SourceLeica Infinity: Is there a free version?
No, only a 30-day trial.
OsmAnd: Can I use OsmAnd on iOS and Android?
Yes. OsmAnd is available on both iOS via Apple App Store and Android via Google Play Store, with identical offline functionality on both platforms.
SourceLeica Infinity: Does it replace Cyclone for scanning?
No. Infinity handles scan data in a survey context; heavy registration and modelling work still belongs in Leica Cyclone.
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