# Google Maps vs Offline GPS Navigation

The clearest difference is rating: Google Maps at 4.7 against Offline GPS Navigation's 4.0. Google Maps also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (7.4M vs 3). Offline GPS Navigation's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Maps sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month and Offline GPS Navigation sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, Offline GPS Navigation every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | Offline GPS Navigation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/offline-gps-navigation/id1560120206/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 43.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 466 MB | 692 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Karta Software Technologies lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/1072400875) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Offline GPS Navigation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/offline-gps-navigation/id1560120206)

Navigate globally with offline maps and turn-by-turn directions. Get free live traffic, speed radar alerts, and discover points of interest. Customize your navigation experience with fun voice options and vehicle icons.

**Highlights:** Offline global map downloads, Turn-by-turn voice guidance, Live traffic and speed radar alerts, Points of interest discovery, Customizable navigation voices and vehicles, CarPlay compatible, Automatic rerouting

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fishing Boat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rocket Ship | $0.99 | one-time |
| Prez Joey B. | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bumblebee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Biplane | $0.99 | one-time |
| This is war Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Action Movie Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Classic Mini | $1.99 | one-time |
| Navigation Icons Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Live Global Traffic | $5.99 | one-time |
| Safety Camera Global | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is Offline GPS Navigation free?

Offline GPS Navigation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Maps or Offline GPS Navigation?

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while Offline GPS Navigation averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Google Maps or Offline GPS Navigation have ads?

Both Google Maps and Offline GPS Navigation show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Maps or Offline GPS Navigation?

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and Offline GPS Navigation every 4 months. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on September 25, 2026 and Offline GPS Navigation on June 5, 2026.

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