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MAPS.ME vs OsmAnd

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MAPS.ME

Maps

Free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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OsmAnd

Maps

Open-source map and navigation application based on OpenStreetMap data

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: MAPS.ME mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client; OsmAnd free version limited to only 7 map downloads at once, restricting users who need multiple regional maps
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where MAPS.ME and OsmAnd differ
AttributeMAPS.MEOsmAnd
PlatformsiOS, AndroidiOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery
Founded20112010

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), 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 MAPS.ME

Nothing recorded that OsmAnd does not also cover.

Only in OsmAnd

Nothing recorded that MAPS.ME does not also cover.

Both cover

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

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

MAPS.ME

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

OsmAnd

  • Offline navigation in areas with no data connectionnot MAPS.ME
  • Turn-by-turn voice guided drivingnot MAPS.ME
  • Bicycle and pedestrian routingnot MAPS.ME
  • Hiking and trail running navigationnot MAPS.ME
  • Motorcycling and travel using per-country or per-region offline mapsnot MAPS.ME

Where each one falls short

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

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

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

MAPS.ME

Free

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

OsmAnd

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the OsmAnd review.

Which should you pick?

Choose MAPS.ME if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
MAPS.ME review

Choose OsmAnd if

  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery.
OsmAnd review

Questions people ask

Is MAPS.ME or OsmAnd better?
Neither clearly leads. MAPS.ME starts at Free and OsmAnd at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, MAPS.ME or OsmAnd?
MAPS.ME starts at Free and OsmAnd at Free.
Does MAPS.ME or OsmAnd run on more platforms?
MAPS.ME runs on iOS, Android. OsmAnd runs on iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery.
Can I use MAPS.ME for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is MAPS.ME best used for?
MAPS.ME is most often used for downloading offline maps for travel without connectivity, turn-by-turn driving, walking, and cycling navigation without data, finding points of interest and hiking trails, following built-in travel guides. Of those, downloading offline maps for travel without connectivity and turn-by-turn driving, walking, and cycling navigation without data are not what OsmAnd is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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.

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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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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