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what3words: Navigation & Maps

Navigate to any exact location

44K ratings
805 reviews
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What3Words Limited
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About

This app assigns a unique three-word address to every 10-foot square on Earth. Easily find, share, and navigate to precise locations worldwide using simple word combinations. It's ideal for pinpointing exact meeting spots, deliveries, or even emergency services.

✓Navigate using three-word addresses
✓Share precise locations
✓Find current address offline
✓Compatible with navigation apps
✓Save and categorize favorite locations
✓Offline navigation with compass mode
✓Supports over 60 languages
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of what3words. Based on 44K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Navigation app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Accurate location tracking
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🚑Potentially life-saving in emergencies
  • 🗺️Precise location sharing
  • 🤝Helpful for meeting up with friends/family
  • 💻Works offline with GPS
  • 🌍Global coverage

Negative things

  • 🐛Inconsistent location accuracy
  • 🤔Confusing/not well-explained
  • 📱Requires data/cellular connectivity
  • 🗺️Outdated map data
  • 🔍Difficult to find/search saved locations
  • 🚫Not supported by all emergency services
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What's New in what3words

5.8.2

June 25, 2026

what3words is now available for CarPlay. Connect your phone to your vehicle to get started.

Subscription plans

what3words Pro

Get powerful AI tools & enhanced features.

$4.691 Month
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Charts

Top Free

📉 101-1

Navigation

This app dropped -1 position in Navigation chart.

Last updated on July 21, 2026.

Top Grossing

📈 136+17

Navigation

This app rose +17 positions in Navigation chart.

Last updated on July 21, 2026.

User reviews

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What3words

Brilliant
lady/Meg/Meglady/Meg/Meg

Great app!

But how do EMS know whether I’m upstairs or down?
handymanronhandymanron

Deceptively charged me 30 pounds

So apparently I signed on for some membership just to link google maps for navigation and it’s just swiped 30 quid from my account. I used this for work so I am essentially being charged for doing my job properly. You guys ought to be ashamed of yourself, I was struggling as is and thats a ridiculous price for a rather benign service. Thanks.
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Tio1233Tio1233

Confused

All it does is ask what language I use and that’s it! Am I missing something?
IdgiveupIdgiveup

Dubois adds

This needs investigation. Potentially banning from App Store. Dodgy ads looking for payments and not responding to cancels, straight to Apple pay…..
DrewyukDrewyuk
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Developer apps

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Location changes unexpectedly

Bug

App crashes on launch

Bug

Unable to select country/language

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Requested Features

6 requests

Add ability to sort/organize saved locations

Feature

Integrate with contacts/address book

Feature

Provide voice output for location names

Feature

Offer offline map downloads

Feature

Develop a version for seniors/accessibility

Feature

Integrate with popular navigation apps

Feature

FAQ

What is what3words?

what3words is a system that assigns a unique three-word address to every 10-foot square on Earth. This allows for incredibly precise location identification, making it easy to find, share, and navigate to any spot globally.

How does what3words help with navigation?

You can use a three-word address to find your way to any location. The app integrates with popular navigation apps like Apple Maps and Google Maps, allowing you to input the what3words address directly for turn-by-turn directions.

Is what3words free to use?

The core functionality of the what3words app is free to download and use. While the app itself is free, there are in-app purchases available for additional features or services.

Can I use what3words offline?

Yes, you can find your current what3words address even when you are offline. The app also offers an offline navigation mode with a compass, allowing you to find your way without an internet connection.

Who would benefit from using what3words?

This app is beneficial for a wide range of users, including travelers, delivery drivers, emergency services, businesses, and individuals who need to communicate exact locations for meetups, deliveries, or to guide others to specific entrances.