# MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps vs Guru Maps

The clearest difference is ads: Guru Maps at none against MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's shown. Guru Maps also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 52%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's advantage is ratings volume (29K vs 2.9K) and chart position (#18 vs #135). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Guru Maps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Guru Maps 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 29K ratings behind it against 2.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 76% of Guru Maps's.

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update every 9 days, Guru Maps every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps | Guru Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapquest-gps-navigation-and-maps/id316126557/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-offline-navigation/id321745474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29K** | 2.9K |
| Positive reviews | 52.3% of reviews | **75.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#18** | #135 |
| Size | 316 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MapQuest Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494058354) | [Evgen Bodunov](https://appshunter.io/developer/321745477) |

## What reviewers say

### MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #18 Top Free · Navigation, #72 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate the United States and Canada with turn-by-turn voice directions for walking and driving. Avoid traffic with real-time updates, find nearby points of interest, and plan routes to save time and money.

**Highlights:** Turn-by-turn voice navigation, Real-time traffic updates, Points of interest search, Route planning and options, Hands-free driving with CarPlay, Gas station price comparison

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free | $1.99 | per month |
| 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


### Guru Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guru-maps-offline-navigation/id321745474)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate the world without an internet connection using detailed offline maps and turn-by-turn GPS directions. Plan multi-stop routes, record your adventures, and discover millions of points of interest with rich 3D terrain views. Sync your data across devices for seamless exploration.

**Highlights:** Offline maps and navigation, Turn-by-turn voice directions, Multi-stop route planning, GPS track recording, 3D relief and terrain views, Offline search for places, Sync across devices

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guru Maps Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Guru Maps Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| One-Time Purchase | $27.00 | one-time |
| One-Time Purchase | $40.49 | one-time |
| One-Time Purchase | $54.00 | one-time |
| One-Time Purchase | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline maps work well
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🚀 Detailed maps
- 🚀 Excellent for travel and outdoor activities
- 🚀 Useful offline navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Map search function not reliable
- 🐛 Difficulty downloading/importing custom maps
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Paid features required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after recent updates
- GPS not working reliably offline
- Incorrect map data in some areas
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Route planning and turn-by-turn navigation
- Elevation/terrain data display
- Ability to add custom waypoints and annotations
- Improved search functionality
- Easier map download and import process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is Guru Maps free?

Guru Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Guru Maps?

Guru Maps is rated higher. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps averages 4.4 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Guru Maps averages 4.7 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Guru Maps have ads?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps shows ads; Guru Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Guru Maps?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update every 9 days, and Guru Maps every 10 days. Most recently, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps was updated on September 26, 2026 and Guru Maps on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or Guru Maps?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #18 in the App Store charts, and Guru Maps at #135. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*