Comparison

KakaoMap vs 광주버스

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KakaoMap

This app provides fast and accurate navigation for cars, public transport, walking, and cycling. It offers comprehensive local search, personalized recommendations, and detailed map views including 3D and road views. Real-time traffic and bus information help optimize travel.

Highlights
  • Fastest route calculation
  • Integrated navigation system
  • Comprehensive search window
  • Personalized local recommendations
  • Realistic 3D and Sky View maps
  • Real-time traffic and bus info
  • Friends Location sharing
Features
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KakaoMap will show you the fastest routes in Korea! With KakaoMap, you can find everything you want in a map app, from directions to hot restaurants and local attractions, and more! ► You need to find the fastest route? [Fastest and most accurate map] You will get the latest information updated within 24 hours for cars, public transportation, walking and bicycle. [Navigation system included] No need to install a separate navigation app. When you search for a route, KakaoMap will give you navigation directions right away. [Comprehensive search within one search window] You can find all information you need using one search window including a bus number, a bus stop, a specific place, etc. ► When you need local information [Recommendation just for you] KakaoMap will provide useful information based on your current location including hot restaurants, keywords, spots, events, etc. [Search areas on the map] You can see search results right away by using the "Re-search this area" feature on the map. [Places suggested by data] KakaoMap analyzes big data on visitors and provides information on a specific place by age, gender and day of the week. ► Need more systematic maps? [Favorites organized by group] You can manage Favorites by group and indicate them on the map. Folders can also be followed and shared. [Road View] After searching for a route, you can see the place you plan to visit in advance using the Roa View feature. [Realistic 3D Map] We provide a more realistic vector-based map which can be rotated or tilted 360 degrees. It looks very real! [Real 3D Sky View] When you want to search a three-dimentional map, you can use 3D Sky View. ► Other convenient features - Favorite places shown on the map - Real-time bus information to help you reduce wait time - Real-time traffic information to help you find fastest routes - Convenient and accurate subway map - Use Friends Location when you want to know where your Kakaotalk friends are - Hyper Accurate Bus services for Busan, Chuncheon, Mokpo, Ulsan, Jeju and Gwangju ► KakaoMap shares data with Health Application(Workouts, cycling distance, active energy burned) when using bike navigation. ► KakaoMap loves to hear your suggestions. ► Questions & Feedback - maps@kakaocorp.com - Kakao Customer Service Homepage (http://www.kakao.com/requests?locale=ko&service=59) - Customer Service: 1577-3321 - Developer: 1577-3754 —— ► Information about permission accessed [Optional permissions] - Location : To search nearby places and show directions using the current location info. - Mic : Voice Search - Camera : To review and report places, and to take photos for profile setting - Photos : To review and report places, and to attach photos for profile setting - Notification : Receive Arrival/Location-Sharing/Recommendation Alarms and Important Notices - Health: Used to save your cycling navigation records * You can still use the service even if you don't give the above permissions.

About

광주버스

Features
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- 광주 시내버스 도착정보 서비스 어플입니다. - 실시간 버스 도착정보는 웹페이지에서 정보를 얻기 때문에 서버의 상황에 따라 서비스가 되지 않을 수 있습니다. - 버그나 수정이 필요한 데이터가 있으면 e-mail로 알려주시기 바랍니다 * 지도에서 주변 정류장 검색을 위하여 현재 위치 정보 권한 요청을 합니다. 권한은 설정 > 광주버스 > 위치 에서 변경 가능합니다. 개발자 연락처 : developer.bus.app@gmail.com

Screenshots

KakaoMap4 screens
광주버스4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: KakaoMap at 4.7 against 광주버스's 1.0. KakaoMap also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 months). 광주버스's advantage is review sentiment (51% vs 38%) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KakaoMap holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KakaoMap has 5.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 38% of KakaoMap's written reviews are positive against 51% of 광주버스's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KakaoMap ships an update every 4 days, 광주버스 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
KakaoMap versus 광주버스: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKakaoMap광주버스
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (5.5K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews37.7% of reviews50.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.5K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#73 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015 — better
Further details — not scored
Size469 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKakao Corp.amiris

Customer experience

KakaoMap

All ratings5,530 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews281 reviews
Positive37.7%
Neutral11.7%
Negative50.5%

광주버스

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive50.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative40.3%

Bugs and requests

KakaoMap

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after login
  • Saved locations/favorites disappearing
  • Incorrect or delayed public transportation information

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more English language support
  • Improve search functionality for non-Korean speakers
  • Provide option to switch between Korean and English
  • Enhance accuracy of location tracking and navigation
  • Update business listings and hours of operation

광주버스

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

KakaoMap

No in-app purchases

None

광주버스

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KakaoMap free?
KakaoMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 광주버스 free?
광주버스 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KakaoMap or 광주버스?
KakaoMap is rated higher. KakaoMap averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while 광주버스 averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do KakaoMap or 광주버스 have ads?
광주버스 shows ads; KakaoMap does not.
Which is updated more often, KakaoMap or 광주버스?
KakaoMap ships an update every 4 days, and 광주버스 every 6 months. Most recently, KakaoMap was updated on November 8, 2026 and 광주버스 on November 6, 2026.

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