🗺️ Maps & navigation Open source Privacy ★★★★★
OsmAnd
The full-featured offline map standard
Overview
OsmAnd is among the most capable offline map apps—terrain, elevation contours, cycling detail, GPX recording.
Free tier covers basics; unlimited map updates and advanced features need OsmAnd+ or subscription. Plugins add Wikipedia POIs and limited online traffic.
Trades Google-like simplicity for depth—trusted on tours and treks with poor connectivity.
Scores
Privacy 5/5
Ease of use 3/5
Features 5/5
Value 4/5
Google Maps — comparison
Beats Google on offline depth and customization; trails Google on everyday ease and live traffic; minimal data collection.
Pros
- ✓ Very detailed offline maps
- ✓ GPX import and track recording
- ✓ Open source
- ✓ Expandable via plugins
Cons & caveats
- − Complex UI for beginners
- − Full features often require paid tier
- − Limited real-time traffic
Best for
- Outdoor and cycling navigation
- GPX route users
- Users needing deep offline detail
Not ideal for
- Simple daily nav only
- Free-only users needing every premium feature
Specs
- Pricing
- Free + paid — Basic free. OsmAnd+ one-time purchase or subscription for unlimited updates, etc.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Data location
- Offline maps on device; online plugins communicate when enabled.
- Platforms
- Android · iOS
詳細オフライン地図GPX/KML標高線プラグイン
Migration from Google Maps
- 1 Install OsmAnd and download regional maps
- 2 Export routes from Google Maps as GPX and import
- 3 Re-register bookmarks manually
- 4 Evaluate paid tier after trial use
Setup steps
- 1 Install OsmAnd and complete initial map download
- 2 Choose car, foot, and bicycle navigation profiles
- 3 Save favorites for home and work
- 4 Enable contour or Wikipedia plugins if needed