# Google Maps vs GPS Map Navigation

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Google Maps at 44% against GPS Map Navigation's 0%. Google Maps also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (7.4M vs 5). GPS Map Navigation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 34). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Maps sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per month. GPS Map Navigation asks for nothing beyond the download.

Google Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Maps has 7.4M ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Google Maps's written reviews are positive against 0% of GPS Map Navigation's.

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, GPS Map Navigation every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Maps | GPS Map Navigation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-maps/id585027354/reviews)** | [2.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-map-navigation/id6479555051/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4M** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **43.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 469 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Adheera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714238387) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### GPS Map Navigation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-map-navigation/id6479555051)

Navigate seamlessly with real-time GPS guidance that adapts to traffic conditions. Offers multiple transportation modes, turn-by-turn voice directions, and points of interest. Customize routes to avoid tolls or highways for your ideal journey.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS guidance, Traffic condition updates, Multiple transportation modes, Turn-by-turn voice guidance, Points of Interest (POI) discovery, Customizable route preferences

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Maps free?

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

### Is GPS Map Navigation free?

GPS Map Navigation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Google Maps is rated higher. Google Maps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.4M ratings, while GPS Map Navigation averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.

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

Both Google Maps and GPS Map Navigation show ads.

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

Google Maps ships an update every 6 days, and GPS Map Navigation every 3 weeks. Most recently, Google Maps was updated on September 24, 2026 and GPS Map Navigation on September 20, 2026.

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