# Moovit vs Google Maps

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Google Maps at 7.4M against Moovit's 60K. Google Maps also leads on chart position (#1 vs #28). Moovit's advantage is review sentiment (56% vs 44%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Moovit sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month 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 — 4.6 for Moovit 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 60K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Moovit's written reviews are positive against 44% of Google Maps's.

Moovit ships an update weekly, Google Maps every 6 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Moovit | Google Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moovit-bus-and-transit-tracker/id498477945/reviews) | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60K | **7.4M** |
| Positive reviews | **55.8% of reviews** | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #28 | **#1** |
| Size | 328 MB | 469 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Moovit App Global LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/498477948) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### Moovit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moovit-bus-and-transit-tracker/id498477945)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Free · Navigation, #29 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate urban transit with real-time arrivals, live directions, and instant alerts for buses, trains, and more. Plan your trips with confidence, pay fares digitally, and discover bike-friendly routes. Access offline maps and community insights for seamless city travel.

**Highlights:** Real-time arrival information, Step-by-step live navigation, Digital ticket payments, Service disruption alerts, Augmented reality stop finder, Offline transit maps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $0.99 | per month |
| 3 month plan | $2.29 | per 3 months |
| Monthly plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly plan | $3.39 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| 12 month plan | $5.99 | per year |
| 6 month plan | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $8.99 | per year |
| 12 month plan | $9.99 | per year |
| Moovit+ 6M Plan | $11.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $13.49 | per year |
| 6 month plan | $13.49 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $17.99 | per year |
| 12 month plan | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and reliable
- 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of public transit options
- 📍 Precise location tracking and navigation
- ⏰ Live arrival and departure updates
- 🔔 Stop notifications to avoid missing your stop

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- ⚠️ Inaccurate or unreliable route/schedule information
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow performance and long loading times
- 🤔 Confusing user interface and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Incorrect route and schedule information
- GPS tracking issues and inaccurate location data
- Unreliable notifications and alerts

**Requested features**

- Offline maps and route planning
- Customizable trip planning options
- Improved real-time updates and alerts
- Integration with other transportation services
- Subscription model with no ads


### Google Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #19 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 Moovit free?

Moovit 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, Moovit or Google Maps?

Google Maps is rated higher. Moovit averages 4.6 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while Google Maps averages 4.7 from 7.4M ratings.

### Do Moovit or Google Maps have ads?

Both Moovit and Google Maps show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Moovit or Google Maps?

Moovit ships an update weekly, and Google Maps every 6 days. Most recently, Moovit was updated on September 24, 2026 and Google Maps on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Moovit or Google Maps?

Moovit currently peaks at #28 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.*