# Google Maps vs GoGoEarth

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GoGoEarth at 80% against Google Maps's 44%. GoGoEarth also leads on iOS requirement (14 vs 16.0). Google Maps's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (7.4M vs 187). 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 GoGoEarth sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 187, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 80% of GoGoEarth's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, GoGoEarth every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | GoGoEarth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [4.4 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gogoearth-custom-map-source/id1623136161/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 187 |
| Positive reviews | 43.5% of reviews | **79.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 469 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [大靖 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1233662093) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Maps

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Navigation, #22 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


### GoGoEarth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gogoearth-custom-map-source/id1623136161)

Explore the world with a realistic, high-definition globe. Access detailed satellite imagery, street views, and 3D building models. Features include search, navigation, and custom settings for an immersive exploration experience.

**Highlights:** High-definition satellite imagery, World street view, 3D building models, Map style switching, Basic navigation, Real-time altitude display, Favorite places saving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 MONTH PRO | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 YEAR PRO | $12.99 | per year |
| Pro版本 | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is GoGoEarth free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Google Maps or GoGoEarth?

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while GoGoEarth averages 4.4 from 187 ratings.

### Do Google Maps or GoGoEarth have ads?

Both Google Maps and GoGoEarth show ads.

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

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and GoGoEarth every 5 weeks. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on September 24, 2026 and GoGoEarth on September 24, 2026.

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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.*