# 百度地图 vs AMap Global

The clearest difference is update cadence: AMap Global at weekly against 百度地图's fortnightly. AMap Global also leads on chart position (#16 vs #60). 百度地图's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 百度地图 sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and AMap Global sells 24 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for 百度地图 against 4.7 for AMap Global. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44K and 60K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of 百度地图's written reviews are positive against 44% of AMap Global's.

百度地图 ships an update fortnightly, AMap Global weekly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 百度地图 | AMap Global |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id452186370/reviews) | **[4.7 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amap-global/id461703208/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 44K | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews | **44.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #60 | **#16** |
| Size | 390 MB | 297 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Baidu Netcom Science & Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/372585298) | [AutoNavi Information Technology Co. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300625629) |

## What reviewers say

### 百度地图

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id452186370)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app offers intelligent route planning for various travel modes, real-time traffic updates, and voice control. It also provides ride-hailing discounts, personalized recommendations, and immersive travel experiences with AR guides.

**Highlights:** Intelligent route planning for multiple transport modes, Real-time traffic updates and congestion avoidance, Voice-controlled navigation and search, Ride-hailing with discounts and price comparison, Personalized travel recommendations, AR-powered immersive travel experiences

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 语音讲解8元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 付费定制数字人 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 语音讲解1元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 语音讲解3元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 语音讲解6元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图3元数字资产 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图6元数字资产 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图8元数字资产 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图9元数字资产 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12元pgc数字人 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图12元数字资产 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 百度地图18元数字资产 | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent maps
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 Useful features
- 👍 Great for China

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌐 No English language option
- 🐛 Inaccurate arrival times
- 🐛 Navigation issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔍 Difficult to change language

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Incorrect location tracking
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Improve navigation accuracy
- Optimize battery usage
- Provide more language options
- Enhance international usability


### AMap Global

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amap-global/id461703208)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate China with comprehensive maps, real-time traffic, and local insights. Find hotels, transit, food, and emergency contacts. Offers driving, cycling, and walking directions with smart features.

**Highlights:** Smart navigation for multiple vehicle types, Real-time traffic and congestion avoidance, Local rankings for food, hotels, and attractions, Integrated taxi and public transit planning, Bilingual help cards for travelers, Offline map support

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 高德语音讲解1元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 老西安人心中的钟鼓楼 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 600年风雨故宫 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 用声音访问陆家嘴 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 西湖特色游 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产5元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德语音讲解3元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产1元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产3.5元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产8.8元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产3元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产9.9元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产3.8元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产6元产品 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字形象生成资格 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 乐颜带你游四川 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产15元产品 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产12.8元产品 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产18.8元产品 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产20元产品 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产19.9元产品 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产18元产品 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 高德语音讲解60元产品 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 高德数字资产119元产品 | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and detailed maps
- 🌟 Comprehensive navigation features
- 📍 Helpful real-time traffic updates
- 🗺️ Offline map support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of English language support
- 📢 Excessive advertisements and notifications
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Inaccurate traffic and congestion information
- Navigation issues in certain areas
- Login and account sync problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add English language option
- Improve user interface and reduce clutter
- Provide better customization options
- Enhance routing algorithms for more efficient navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 百度地图 free?

百度地图 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AMap Global free?

AMap Global is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 百度地图 or AMap Global?

AMap Global is rated higher. 百度地图 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 44K ratings, while AMap Global averages 4.7 from 60K ratings.

### Do 百度地图 or AMap Global have ads?

Both 百度地图 and AMap Global show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 百度地图 or AMap Global?

百度地图 ships an update fortnightly, and AMap Global weekly. Most recently, 百度地图 was updated on November 1, 2026 and AMap Global on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, 百度地图 or AMap Global?

百度地图 currently peaks at #60 in the App Store charts, and AMap Global at #16. 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.*