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OsmAnd vs OSRM

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OsmAnd

Maps

Open-source map and navigation application based on OpenStreetMap data

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Free
Rated
-
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
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: OsmAnd free version limited to only 7 map downloads at once, restricting users who need multiple regional maps; OSRM free and open source routing engine under the 2-clause BSD license, no commercial tier
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which OsmAnd and OSRM actually diverge.

Attributes where OsmAnd and OSRM differ
AttributeOsmAndOSRM
Pricing modelUnknownopen-source
PlatformsiOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGalleryWeb
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 OsmAnd

Nothing recorded that OSRM does not also cover.

Only in OSRM

Nothing recorded that OsmAnd 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.

OsmAnd

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

OSRM

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

Where each one falls short

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

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

OSRM

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

Pricing, plan by plan

OsmAnd

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the OsmAnd review.

OSRM

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the OSRM review.

Which should you pick?

Choose OsmAnd if

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

Choose OSRM if

  • You want to start without paying.
OSRM review

Questions people ask

Is OsmAnd or OSRM better?
Neither clearly leads. OsmAnd 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, OsmAnd or OSRM?
OsmAnd starts at Free and OSRM at Free.
Does OsmAnd or OSRM run on more platforms?
OsmAnd runs on iOS, Android, Desktop Editor, Huawei AppGallery. OSRM runs on Web.
Can I use OsmAnd for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is OsmAnd best used for?
OsmAnd is most often used for offline navigation in areas with no data connection, turn-by-turn voice guided driving, bicycle and pedestrian routing, hiking and trail running navigation. Of those, offline navigation in areas with no data connection and turn-by-turn voice guided driving are not what OSRM is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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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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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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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