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MAPS.ME
Free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data
As of 29 August 2026, MAPS.ME has a free plan and paid plans start at $4.99/month. MAPS. Softwr lists it under Maps. MAPS.ME is launched in 2011, available on iOS, Android.
Overview
What MAPS.ME does
MAPS.ME is a free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data. It allows users to download detailed maps of any region in the world for offline use, including turn-by-turn navigation, public transport routes, hiking trails, and points of interest. Perfect for travelers who need reliable navigation without internet access.
What people use it 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
- Hotel booking via Booking.com integration
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Where it falls short
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- 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
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Essential features for everyday use
User Interface
Intuitive and user-friendly interface
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Questions people ask
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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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceHow 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.
SourceBehind it
Who makes MAPS.ME
- Founders
- Yury Melnichek, Alexander Borsuk, Viktor Govako, Siarhei Rachytski
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Compare MAPS.ME with
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- Mapbox
- Google Maps Platform
- HERE Technologies
- OsmAnd
- Navmii GPS
- OpenRouteService
- OpenStreetMap
- QGIS
- Ride with GPS
- AllTrails
- Citymapper
- Mappedin
- MapTiler
- onX Maps
- Potree
- SW Maps
- WhiteboxTools
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