Best Directions Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to directions or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 247+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Directions Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Waze Navigation & Live TrafficWaze Navigation & Live TrafficFree4.8★ (3.2M)YesNoAug 2026
2Apple MapsApple MapsFree2.4★ (52K)NoNoAug 2026
3Google MapsGoogle MapsFree4.7★ (7.3M)YesYesAug 2026
4MapQuest GPS Navigation & MapsMapQuest GPS Navigation & MapsFree4.2★ (21K)YesYesAug 2026
5GoogleGoogleFree4.6★ (5M)YesYesAug 2026
6Compass°Compass°Free4.8★ (59K)YesNoAug 2026
7Directions CU Mobile BankingDirections CU Mobile BankingFree4.8★ (854)NoNoAug 2026
8DirectionsDirectionsFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Directions

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic#1

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic by Waze Inc.

Avoid traffic, police, hazards
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😊(3.2M ratings)
FreeAds
#2in Navigation
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Navigate your commute with real-time traffic updates and alerts from a community of drivers. Get accurate ETAs, avoid hazards, and find gas stations and parking. Integrates with your car's display for seamless use.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate real-time traffic updates
  • 🚗 Helpful hazard and incident reporting
  • 📍 Precise navigation and route guidance
  • 🗺️ Community-driven map updates

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable route recalculation
  • 🚧 Inaccurate or outdated road closure information
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding and reporting issues
Apple Maps#2

Apple Maps by Apple

Navigate and explore the world
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
2.4😐(52K ratings)
Free
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Navigate and explore the world with detailed maps, turn-by-turn directions for driving, cycling, and walking, and real-time traffic information. Discover places with photos, ratings, and curated guides, and access offline maps for uninterrupted exploration.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent navigation
  • 🗺️ Beautiful and intuitive UI
  • ⏱️ Accurate ETA and traffic updates
  • 🔍 Helpful search and location features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or outdated map data
  • 📍 Incorrect location pinpointing
  • 🚦 Delayed or confusing turn instructions
Google Maps#3

Google Maps by Google

Places, navigation & traffic
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😐(7.3M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#1in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate navigation
  • 👍 Helpful for travel and exploration
  • 💡 Useful for delivery drivers
  • 👍 Reliable traffic information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable directions
  • 🔄 Constant rerouting without user consent
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated maps

More Directions apps to explore

4
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
Get directions & avoid traffic
Free

Navigate the United States and Canada with turn-by-turn voice directions for walking and driving. Avoid traffic with real-time updates, find nearby points of interest, and plan routes to save time and money.

Turn-by-turn voice navigationReal-time traffic updatesPoints of interest search
🗺️ Navigation
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Google
Google
Google
Search with AI, Images & Text
Free

This app provides a comprehensive search experience, integrating AI for quick answers and personalized content. It allows you to search using images, voice, or text, and offers features like song identification and real-time translation.

AI Overviews for quick answersImage search with LensHum to Search for song identification
🔧 Utilities
(5M)
free with in-app purchases
6
Compass°
Compass°
Compass°
Simple Large Display Compass
Free

This application provides a large, easy-to-read compass display to show your direction and heading. It utilizes your device's internal hardware for accurate estimations.

Large displayEasy to readShows direction
🔧 Utilities
(59K)
ad-supported
7
Directions CU Mobile Banking
Directions CU Mobile Banking
Directions CU Mobile Banking
Directions CU
Free

Manage your finances on the go with this mobile banking app. Access account balances, transfer funds, pay bills, and view transactions. Easily locate branches and ATMs.

View account balancesTransfer funds between accountsPay bills
💰 Finance
(854)
free
8
Directions
Directions
Directions
Send, receive, save directions
Free

This app simplifies navigation by allowing users to send, receive, and save directions to any location. It enables the creation and sharing of detailed digital guides for events, businesses, and attractions, with or without a traditional address.

Receive instant trip guidesCreate and share custom directionsNavigate without an address
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
9
GPS Navigation - Map Direction
GPS Navigation - Map Direction
GPS Navigation - Map Direction
GPS Navigation
Free

Navigate your journey with real-time maps, voice guidance, and live traffic updates. Discover local places, explore with street view, and utilize offline maps for uninterrupted travel. This app provides comprehensive directions and location information.

Voice navigationLive mapsTraffic alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(93)
ad-supported
10
Klad: Save, Organize & Plan
Klad: Save, Organize & Plan
Klad: Save, Organize & Plan
Maps, Recipes, Movies & More
Free

Effortlessly save and organize content from social media and the web. Automatically extract details from links to plan trips, curate recipes, build watchlists, and collect inspiration. Turn saved items into actionable plans without taking screenshots.

Magic Extraction from linksPlaces mapped automaticallyUniversal saving from any app
🌟 Lifestyle
(4)
freemium
11
Route Planner: Game Maps
Route Planner: Game Maps
Route Planner: Game Maps
Custom GPS styles & voice
Free

Transform your drives with custom map styles and voice guidance. Find nearby places, preview routes, and follow your journey on a visually unique map. Personalize your navigation experience with selectable themes and app icons.

Stylized map themesNearby place searchRoute previews
🗺️ Navigation
(3)
free with in-app purchases
12
MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav
MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav
MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav
Navigation and hiking trails
Free

Navigate anywhere with detailed, offline maps and turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, and cycling. Discover points of interest, hiking trails, and curated travel guides without needing an internet connection. Save locations, book hotels, and share your journey easily.

Offline mapsTurn-by-turn navigationDetailed points of interest
✈️ Travel
(78K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Mountain Maps: Hiking
Mountain Maps: Hiking
Mountain Maps: Hiking
Mountain trails, route planner
Free

Plan and navigate custom hiking, trekking, and skiing routes with AI-powered route calculation. Access detailed topographic maps, elevation profiles, and snow conditions for offline use across Europe. Supports GPX file import and export for seamless integration with GPS devices.

AI-powered route calculationOffline topographic maps of EuropeDetailed elevation profiles and slope analysis
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free with in-app purchases
14
Compass & GPS
Compass & GPS
Compass & GPS
Quick Compass for Directions
Free

This utility app provides a digital compass to help you determine cardinal directions. It's useful for outdoor activities, travel, or low-visibility conditions, and also displays GPS altitude and your current location on a map.

Digital compassCardinal direction displayGPS altitude
🔧 Utilities
(12K)
ad-supported
15
Live Street View - Maps
Live Street View - Maps
Live Street View - Maps
Live Street View,GPS Map, Mape
Free

Explore the world with immersive 360-degree street views and live satellite imagery. Get real-time traffic updates, detailed location information, and driving directions to discover new places and plan your journeys.

360-degree street view explorationLive satellite viewReal-time traffic information
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free with in-app purchases
16
Intersector
Intersector
Intersector
Intersection Identifier
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
17
Threads
Threads
Threads
Join the conversation
Free

Connect and share your thoughts on a platform designed for conversation. Discover trending topics, join communities based on your interests, and engage in discussions through text, images, and polls. You can also control your experience with privacy settings and direct messaging.

Start conversations with text, images, polls, and moreJoin discussions through repliesStay updated on trending topics
🌐 Social Networking
(2.2M)
free with in-app purchases
18
Offline: Maps and Directions
Offline: Maps and Directions
Offline: Maps and Directions
GPS for travel and navigation
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
19
UNM Health Maps
UNM Health Maps
UNM Health Maps
Navigate UNM Hospital
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
20
GPS Map Navigation
GPS Map Navigation
GPS Map Navigation
Route planner, Traffic Alert
Free

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.

Real-time GPS guidanceTraffic condition updatesMultiple transportation modes
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
ad-supported

FAQ about Directions

What are the best directions apps for iPhone?
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic tops our directions apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 3.2M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top directions apps we rank are free to download, including Waze Navigation & Live Traffic and Apple Maps.
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 247+ directions apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides GPS navigation with real-time traffic updates and safety alerts contributed by a community of drivers. It helps users find the fastest routes, avoid hazards like accidents and police, and provides accurate estimated times of arrival.
Key features include live traffic updates, real-time safety alerts for various road conditions, police and speed camera locations, gas station and parking information, multi-lane guidance, and toll pricing. It also offers voice-guided navigation and integration with car displays.

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