# Sygic vs Yango Maps

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Yango Maps at none against Sygic's 10. Yango Maps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (54% vs 41%). Sygic's advantage is ratings volume (57K vs 297) and chart position (#107 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sygic sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $12.49 per 3 months. Yango Maps asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Sygic against 4.6 for Yango Maps. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sygic has 57K ratings behind it against 297, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of Sygic's written reviews are positive against 54% of Yango Maps's.

Sygic ships an update weekly, Yango Maps fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sygic | Yango Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (57K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sygic-gps-navigation-3d-maps/id585193266/reviews) | **[4.6 (297 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yango-maps/id1665672451/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **57K** | 297 |
| Positive reviews | 40.7% of reviews | **53.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#107** | — |
| Size | 457 MB | 818 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sygic a. s.](https://appshunter.io/developer/306486843) | [Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading](https://appshunter.io/developer/1717598015) |

## What reviewers say

### Sygic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sygic-gps-navigation-3d-maps/id585193266)

**Currently charting:** #107 Top Grossing · Navigation, #197 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate anywhere with offline 3D maps and real-time traffic alerts. This app offers voice-guided directions, speed camera warnings, and advanced safety features like lane assistance and a Head-up Display. It also includes specialized modes for motorcyclists and features to help save money on parking and fuel.

**Highlights:** Offline 3D maps, Real-time traffic alerts, Speed camera warnings, Voice-guided navigation, Dynamic Lane Assistant, Head-up Display (HUD), Motorbike Mode

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium+ 3 Month subscription | $12.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $14.49 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $18.99 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium+ 1 Year subscription | $26.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline maps and navigation
- 👍 Good interface and features
- 🚗 Works well for driving
- 🌍 Global coverage
- 🔋 Doesn't require data connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🗺️ Outdated or inaccurate maps
- 💰 Expensive with many paid add-ons
- 🤖 Poor voice guidance and instructions
- 🔍 Unreliable search and POI functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Incorrect lane guidance and turn instructions
- Issues with GPS signal detection and positioning
- Compatibility problems with newer devices and iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Improved route recalculation and traffic avoidance
- More customization options for alerts and notifications
- Better integration with CarPlay and other platforms
- Regular and transparent map updates


### Yango Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yango-maps/id1665672451)

Navigate cities with ease using real-time traffic updates, public transport schedules, and walking routes. Get directions, avoid obstacles, and find parking or fuel stations. Offline maps are available for uninterrupted navigation.

**Highlights:** Real-time traffic avoidance, Public transport schedules, Walking route optimization, Offline map downloads, Speed limit and camera alerts, CarPlay integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Superior lane guidance at complex intersections
- 👍 Clearer UI compared to Google Maps and Waze
- 📍 Accurate location tracking in Dubai
- 🚨 Speed camera alerts and speed limit warnings
- 🎯 Detailed road information and lane-specific navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌍 Limited global coverage outside Dubai/UAE
- 📍 Incomplete location database compared to competitors
- 🐛 Location tracking delays on CarPlay
- 🔒 Premium subscription required for full CarPlay features
- 📱 Missing road names and directional indicators

**Reported bugs**

- Speed meter disappears when switching to other apps
- Location display lag causing missed exits
- Incomplete camera database leading to missed speed cameras
- CarPlay compatibility issues on some devices
- Inaccurate location display in some regions

**Requested features**

- French language version
- Driver screen support for CarPlay
- Expanded map coverage for India (especially Assam)
- Global expansion beyond Dubai/UAE
- Extended zoom duration (currently 10 seconds)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sygic free?

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

### Is Yango Maps free?

Yango Maps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sygic or Yango Maps?

Yango Maps is rated higher. Sygic averages 4.5 out of 5 from 57K ratings, while Yango Maps averages 4.6 from 297 ratings.

### Do Sygic or Yango Maps have ads?

Sygic shows ads; Yango Maps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sygic or Yango Maps?

Sygic ships an update weekly, and Yango Maps fortnightly. Most recently, Sygic was updated on November 13, 2026 and Yango Maps on November 13, 2026.

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