# MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps vs HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation

The clearest difference is rating: MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps at 4.4 against HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation's 3.7. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps also leads on chart position (#2 vs #194) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support 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. HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation asks for nothing beyond the download.

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps has 30K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps's written reviews are positive against 59% of HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps | HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapquest-gps-navigation-and-maps/id316126557/reviews)** | [3.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/here-wego-maps-and-navigation/id955837609/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 1.6K |
| Positive reviews | 53.9% of reviews | **58.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | #194 |
| Size | 309 MB | 254 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MapQuest Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494058354) | [HERE Europe B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1755713104) |

## What reviewers say

### MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Navigation, #17 Top Grossing · Navigation, #79 Top Free (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


### HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/here-wego-maps-and-navigation/id955837609)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

This free navigation app offers a fresh, intuitive design for local and global travelers. It provides turn-by-turn voice guidance for driving, walking directions, and public transport information in over 1,900 cities. Save favorite locations, add waypoints, and download offline maps for uninterrupted journeys.

**Highlights:** Turn-by-turn voice navigation, Offline map downloads, Public transport information, Walking directions, Save favorite locations, Add waypoints to routes, Parking finder

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline navigation
- 🗺️ Detailed and up-to-date maps
- 💨 Accurate speed limit and camera alerts
- 🌍 Works well for international travel
- 🔋 Low battery consumption

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated POI data
- 🤖 Robotic and unnatural voice guidance
- 🔍 Limited search functionality
- 🚗 Poor CarPlay integration

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing offline maps after updates
- Inability to download maps on mobile data
- GPS signal loss during navigation
- Incorrect routing and directions
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add support for more languages and voice options
- Improve search capabilities, especially for offline use
- Enhance CarPlay integration with more features
- Provide more customization options for the interface
- Implement a true offline driving mode without requiring a destination


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps free?

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

### Is HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation free?

HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps is rated higher. MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps averages 4.4 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation averages 3.7 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps or HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation have ads?

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps shows ads; HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation does not.

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

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps ships an update weekly, and HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation every 3 weeks. Most recently, MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps was updated on October 21, 2026 and HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation on October 21, 2026.

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

MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps currently peaks at #2 in the App Store charts, and HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation at #194. 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.*