Part 1: Top 10 Free iPhone GPS Apps
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No. |
iCon | Name | Price | Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
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MAPS.ME |
Free |
This GPS app was created by MY.COM to provide iPhone users the opportunity to view maps even when they are offline. The map database is comprehensive. However, the size of the app is rather large and does lag. |
2 |
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Avenza PDF Maps |
Free |
This GPS app was created by Avenza Systems Inc. to allow iPhone users to get access to maps using the PDF format. The downside is that this is constrictive because not all users prefer to use PDF’s. |
3 |
|
Waze Social GPS, Maps & Traffic |
Free |
This iPhone GPS app was created by Waze Inc. to allow users to share traffic and map data. This sharing leads to up to date information on the traffic conditions in certain areas. Unfortunately, the data is not always accurate. |
4 |
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Google Maps |
Free |
This GPS app was created by Google Inc. and it will allow you to navigate your world in a much more efficient manner. It’s a GPS app that shows where the best spots in town are, and the best route to get there. The only downside is that the traffic information isn’t always accurate. |
5 |
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Outside Maps |
Free |
This GPS app was created by Alistair Carty to allow people to see a comprehensive visual description of their surroundings. The detail of the maps is what stands out about this app. Unfortunately, the detail also means that there can be lag at times. |
6 |
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Galileo Offline Maps |
Free |
This GPS app was created by Evgen Bodunov for the purpose of letting people have maps to access whilst offline. The great thing about this app is the ability to record GPS locations. Some maps however lack detail. |
7 |
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Sygic |
Free |
This app was created by Sygic a.s. and has a variety of features. It’s actually powered by Tom Tom satellite navigations systems. Therefore the data it shows is very reliable. On the other hand, it can lag at times which can be frustrating. |
8 |
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MapmyIndia |
Free |
This app was created by MapMyIndia and has a selection of impressive features. One of them is the ability to show street level detail. The only downside is that there aren’t many bug fix updates. |
9 |
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Free GPS |
Free |
This GPS app created by CodeBurners allows users to travel using latitude and longitude waypoints. The interface is simple and clean. Unfortunately, there is not as much detail as there is on other apps. |
10 |
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Gokivo GPS Navigator |
Free |
This GPS app was created by Networks In Motion Inc. for the purpose of offering people a real solution to getting around with efficiency. There are many updates so bug fixes are regularly released. The only downside is the lag that sometimes sets in. |
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No. |
iCon | Name | Price | Information |
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1 |
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GPS Hiker |
Free |
This GPS hiking app was created by Jason Chiu and has a very great interface. There are a lot of maps to choose from which in turn will improve your hiking experience. Unfortunately, there aren’t many updates to fix bugs. |
2 |
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MapMyHike GPS Hiking |
Free |
This app was developed by MapMyFitness and offers you suggestions on how you can work out whilst hiking. If you are looking to burn extra calories on your next hike then this app is for you. Unfortunately the map detail is not as good as some of the other apps. |
3 |
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Trail Tracker GPS |
Free |
This app was created by TapTools LLC to allow people to track their progress on a hiking trail. The map detail is rich and is easy to follow. The only downside is the lag that you may sometimes encounter. |
4 |
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Walkmeter GPS Pedometer |
Free |
This app was created by Abvio Inc to allow walkers and hikers to get a sense of where they are going. It has an intuitive interface that’s very easy to learn. The downsides are the limitations in terms of extra features. |
5 |
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AllTrails Hiking |
Free |
This app was created by Alltrails Inc. to allow people to explore the outdoors without getting lost. It has a very easy to understand and use interface. The negatives are that it can lag making for a frustrating user experience. |
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No. |
iCon | Name | Price | Information |
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1 |
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iWay GPS Navigation |
$2.99 |
This app was created by Soleasoft SARL to allow people to use their GPS via their voice, which is perfect whilst driving a car. The audio recognition system is advanced enough to mean that you won’t have to repeat yourself often. The downside is that there is a lack of extra features. |
2 |
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CoPilot GPS |
Free |
This app was created by ALK Technologies, Ltd. to allow people to plan their journeys both online and offline. The voice feature is an advanced one that will work well. On the downside not many updates are released. |
3 |
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MotionX GPS Drive |
$0.99 |
This app was developed by MotionX to allow drivers to use a satnav system that’s available on their phone and has voice activation. This app has had a lot of updates so it’s very robust. On the downside it’s not free. |
4 |
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GPS Navigation |
$0.99 |
This app was created by skobbler GmbH to allow people to travel more efficiently, and conveniently. There is a voice prompt that gives you all the info you need to make a journey. The downside is the lack of extra features. |
5 |
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MapQuest |
Free |
This app was created by AOL Inc. to allow users to navigate their surroundings quickly. It has live maps, voice navigation and GPS. The only downside is the lag that can creep up when you least expect it. |
