GPS app alternatives
A while ago I announced to test other GPS apps to Waze and Google Maps, since I don't like Google products, I really don't like Google.
Previous Post
I mostly tested Here we Go, so here is the verdict:
- Live traffic works for highways and state roads.
- I was not sent into any weird streets, mud roads or small streets.
- Knows more than addresses, also knows shops and companies.
- Clear indication for highway exits.
- Some exits do not show all the cities shown on the exit sign.
- Sometimes not the most efficient way.
- A bit of an awkward robotic voice for guidance.
So basically it does the trick, with some small negative point, but I will keep using it.
I didn't really got to testing OSMAnd, first interactions were a bit clumsy, but I want to test it through.
On the other hand I tested Organic Maps and this is the ideal walking app.
- It works in the city and in nature.
- All small walking routes are indicated.
- You can plan a walking trip with different points.
- Clean useful interface and a direction indicator that works.
- Based on Openstreetmaps
- It's FLOSS.
- Can't say I found negative points.
Please comment with any other tips or additions.
#gps #waze #googlemaps #herewego #osmand #organicmaps #smartphone #opensource #floss
