# MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps vs Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS at none against MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's 3. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (88% vs 55%). MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's advantage is ratings volume (30K vs 3.7K) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, chart position, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps has 30K ratings behind it against 3.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 88% of Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS's.

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps | Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapquest-gps-navigation-and-maps/id316126557/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews | **88.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | #25 |
| Size | 323 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MapQuest Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494058354) | [Organic Maps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567437059) |

## What reviewers say

### MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapquest-gps-navigation-and-maps/id316126557)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Free · Navigation, #30 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate the US and Canada with turn-by-turn voice directions for walking and driving. Find nearby points of interest, get real-time traffic updates, and plan multi-stop routes. Save time, gas, and money with optimized navigation.

**Highlights:** Turn-by-turn voice navigation, Real-time traffic updates, Points of interest search, Multi-stop route planning, Hands-free Apple CarPlay, Speedometer, Route options (avoid tolls/highways)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free | $4.99 | per month |
| MapQuest Ad-Free Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and reliable
- 👍 Functional and easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 👍 Correctly labeled geographic areas
- 👍 Provides multiple route options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🐛 Inaccurate or incomplete map data
- 🐛 Slow or delayed voice guidance
- 🐛 Difficulty searching for locations
- 🐛 Suboptimal routing suggestions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes
- Incorrect destination information
- Routing issues in construction areas
- Difficulty switching between multiple stops

**Requested features**

- Add public transportation options
- Improve search functionality
- Provide more detailed map data
- Add EV charging station information
- Allow saving of planned routes


### Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/organic-mapsoffline-maps-gps/id1567437057)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate and explore with detailed offline maps and GPS guidance. Plan, record, and import routes for travel, hikes, and rides without needing an internet connection. Enjoy privacy-first, battery-efficient navigation with extensive points of interest.

**Highlights:** 100% offline maps and navigation, Fast zooming and search, Detailed points of interest, Turn-by-turn voice guidance, Hiking and cycling trail layers, Route recording and import/export, Multiple map styles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline maps
- 🔒 Privacy-focused
- 👍 Detailed and accurate maps
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Lightweight and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing issues
- 🔋 Can be battery-intensive during navigation
- 🔍 Search function could be improved
- 👎 Routing and navigation not as robust as some paid alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent handling of address search
- Elevation data not always accurate

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize map styles and colors
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Improved public transportation routing
- Satellite/aerial imagery support
- Apple Watch app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps free?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS free?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?

Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS is rated higher. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps averages 4.4 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS averages 4.7 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS have ads?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps shows ads; Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS does not.

### Which is updated more often, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS fortnightly. Most recently, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps was updated on October 31, 2026 and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #14 in the App Store charts, and Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPS at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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