You already know that there are lots of great GPS apps for when you have a data connection. But what happens if you need free GPS apps without internet?
To help you understand more about the free GPS apps without internet, we prepared today's article on the subject. Want to know more? So follow along now!
Free GPS apps without internet
Maps.Me
Maps.Me is a free offline GPS based on OpenStreeMap (a project whose objective is to create a free and collaborative map of the world).
This GPS application contains millions of points of interest that can be very useful for you when traveling and visiting cities you don't know.
For example, you can locate the closest ATM, theater, museum, hotel, restaurant or metro station to where you are.
On the other hand, it's impossible to specify that you want to avoid tolls when creating a route, and maps aren't always very accurate.
But knowing that OpenStreetMap is a collaborative GPS, you will also have the opportunity to participate in its enrichment by adding places to the map.
To use this free GPS offline, you can download the map of a country, region or city. Maps are updated regularly.
The other advantage of this offline GPS is that it offers hiking trails and cycling routes, on roads adapted to this mode of transport.
Google Maps
Installed by default on most Android smartphones, Google Maps is, without a doubt, one of the most popular free GPS devices. But did you know that this GPS also works offline?
To use this free GPS without Internet, simply search for the city, region of the world or country you are interested in and, once it is displayed, click on the name or address of the location (at the bottom, below the map). You will see the “Download” button, which allows you to save offline.
The maps on Google Maps are very readable and the way forward is clearly indicated, which is useful to avoid missing an exit.
The downside of Google Maps is that map downloading is limited. If you're planning a trip throughout Brazil, bad news: you won't be able to download all of Brazil at once to your cell phone.
OsmAnd
OsmAnd is a free mapping application available for iOS and Android. This GPS app gives you access to all the maps in the world and that's even in offline mode.
All map data can in fact be stored in your smartphone's memory for offline use. Another indication is that the maps are taken from the famous Open Street Maps database.
As far as OsmAnd functionalities are concerned, with this GPS app you also have visual and vocal guidance for the car, bike or pedestrian, traffic warnings, recalculation of the route along the road, but also the optional display of traffic lanes , without forgetting the estimated arrival time or searching for destinations by address or center of interest.
