# 百度地图 vs Google Maps

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Google Maps at 7.4M against 百度地图's 44K. Google Maps also leads on chart position (#1 vs #62) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). 百度地图's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 百度地图 sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Google Maps sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month. 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 Google Maps. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 44K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of 百度地图's written reviews are positive against 43% of Google Maps's.

百度地图 ships an update fortnightly, Google Maps every 6 days. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 百度地图 | Google Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id452186370/reviews)** | [4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 44K | **7.4M** |
| Positive reviews | 41.2% of reviews | **43.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #62 | **#1** |
| Size | 394 MB | 466 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Baidu Netcom Science & Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/372585298) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### 百度地图

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

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

This app offers intelligent navigation with real-time traffic updates and multiple route options. It provides comprehensive travel planning across various modes of transport, including ride-hailing, public transit, and more. Discover nearby attractions and enjoy personalized travel recommendations.

**Highlights:** Real-time traffic updates, Multi-modal route planning, Smart ride-hailing with price comparison, Intelligent voice control, Personalized travel recommendations, AR guided tours

**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


### Google Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #20 Top Free (US App Store)

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS navigation, Live traffic data, Public transport updates, Business and place discovery, Street View and Immersive View, Offline maps, User reviews and photos

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 30 GB | $0.89 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| Google AI Pro (2 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 10 TB | $49.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| 20 TB | $99.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| Google AI Ultra (30 TB) | $249.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate navigation
- 👍 Helpful for travel and exploration
- 💡 Useful for delivery drivers
- 👍 Reliable traffic information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable directions
- 🔄 Constant rerouting without user consent
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated maps
- 🚧 Dangerous routing suggestions
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save/access favorite locations
- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Incorrect address/location detection
- Voice navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Option to avoid tolls or specify vehicle type
- Ability to manually edit/update maps
- Better integration with public transit
- Improved offline functionality
- More customization options for routes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 百度地图 free?

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

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 百度地图 or Google Maps?

百度地图 is rated higher. 百度地图 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 44K ratings, while Google Maps averages 4.7 from 7.4M ratings.

### Do 百度地图 or Google Maps have ads?

Both 百度地图 and Google Maps show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 百度地图 or Google Maps?

百度地图 ships an update fortnightly, and Google Maps every 6 days. Most recently, 百度地图 was updated on September 27, 2026 and Google Maps on September 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, 百度地图 or Google Maps?

百度地图 currently peaks at #62 in the App Store charts, and Google Maps at #1. 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.*