# CAR NAVITIME vs Google Maps

The clearest difference is monetization model: Google Maps at free with in-app purchases against CAR NAVITIME's subscription. Google Maps also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (7.4M vs 18). CAR NAVITIME's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CAR NAVITIME sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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.

Google Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of CAR NAVITIME's written reviews are positive against 44% of Google Maps's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CAR NAVITIME ships an update every 2 weeks, Google Maps every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CAR NAVITIME | Google Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-navitime/id555847992/reviews) | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **7.4M** |
| Positive reviews | **45.3% of reviews** | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#1** |
| Size | 310 MB | 466 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NAVITIME JAPAN CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284733677) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### CAR NAVITIME

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-navitime/id555847992)

This app provides advanced GPS navigation with real-time traffic updates and offline map capabilities. It offers specialized route planning for trucks and motorcycles, along with traffic camera notifications for safer driving. Users can also manage vehicle records and find parking or gas prices.

**Highlights:** Offline navigation, Real-time traffic updates, 3D Sky View display, Vehicle management records, Truck and motorcycle routing, Traffic camera notifications, Parking and gas price information

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 月額コース | $4.99 | per month |
| 月額プラスコース | $9.49 | per month |
| 月額住宅地図コース | $17.49 | per month |
| カーナビタイム 定期購読（6ヶ月） | $30.99 | per 6 months |
| 年額コース | $50.99 | per year |
| 年額プラスコース | $90.99 | per year |
| 年額住宅地図コース | $154.99 | per year |
| 30 days ticket | $4.99 | one-time |
| 180日チケット | $27.99 | one-time |
| 365日チケット | $46.99 | one-time |


### 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 CAR NAVITIME free?

CAR NAVITIME 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, CAR NAVITIME or Google Maps?

Google Maps is rated higher. CAR NAVITIME averages 4.2 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Google Maps averages 4.7 from 7.4M ratings.

### Do CAR NAVITIME or Google Maps have ads?

Google Maps shows ads; CAR NAVITIME does not.

### Which is updated more often, CAR NAVITIME or Google Maps?

CAR NAVITIME ships an update every 2 weeks, and Google Maps every 6 days. Most recently, CAR NAVITIME was updated on September 22, 2026 and Google Maps on September 25, 2026.

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