Best First Maps Me Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 250+ first maps me apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top First Maps Me Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS NavMAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS NavFree4.7★ (78K)NoYesSep 2026
2Google MapsGoogle MapsFree4.7★ (7.4M)YesYesSep 2026
3Avenza Maps: Offline MappingAvenza Maps: Offline MappingFree4.8★ (127K)NoYesSep 2026
4Organic Maps・Offline Maps, GPSOrganic Maps・Offline Maps, GPSFree4.7★ (3.1K)NoNoSep 2026
5MAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS NavMAPS.ME: Offline maps GPS NavFree1.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026
6Yandex Maps & NavigatorYandex Maps & NavigatorFree4.6★ (37K)NoYesSep 2026
7Street View - Live MapsStreet View - Live MapsFree5.0★ (22)NoYesSep 2026
8NAVER Maps, NavigationNAVER Maps, NavigationFree3.8★ (2.3K)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for First Maps Me

MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav#1

MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav by Convexity Holdings AG

Navigation and hiking trails
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(78K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#30in Travel
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Offline maps and navigation
  • 📍 Accurate location tracking
  • 🗺️ Detailed maps with points of interest
  • 🔍 Useful search functionality
  • 💾 Ability to download maps for offline use
  • 🧭 Helpful for hiking and remote travel
  • 🔋 Works without data or Wi-Fi
  • 🌍 Great for international travel

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Unreliable search and address lookup
  • 🗺️ Outdated or missing map data
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Difficulty managing accounts and syncing across devices
  • 🚗 Poor navigation and routing, especially for driving
  • 🔋 High battery drain
Google Maps#2

Google Maps by Google

Places, navigation & traffic
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😐(7.4M 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
  • 🚧 Dangerous routing suggestions
  • 🤔 Confusing interface changes
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping#3

Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping by Avenza Systems Inc.

GPS Navigation & Trail Maps
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😊(127K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#14in Navigation
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Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🗺️ Accurate GPS tracking
  • 📥 Offline maps
  • 💾 Ability to download maps
  • 🗺️ Detailed topographic maps
  • 🗺️ Helpful for navigation
  • 🗺️ Great for hiking/biking

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate map placement
  • 💰 Expensive maps
  • 🔋 Battery drain
  • 🤔 Confusing interface
  • 🔄 Difficulty managing downloaded maps
  • 🚫 Subscription model issues

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FAQ about First Maps Me

What are the best first maps me apps for iPhone?
MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav tops our first maps me apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 78K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top first maps me apps we rank are free to download, including MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav and Google Maps.
MAPS.ME: Offline Maps, GPS Nav has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ first maps me apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
MAPS.ME provides fast, detailed, and entirely offline maps with turn-by-turn navigation for driving, walking, and cycling. It also offers curated travel guides, points of interest, and hiking trails, all accessible without an internet connection.
Absolutely. The core functionality of MAPS.ME, including maps, search, and GPS navigation, works entirely offline. This is ideal for saving mobile data and for use in areas with limited or no connectivity.