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Head-to-head · Offline Maps Apps

AMap (Gaode Maps) vs TomTom GO Navigation

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score AMap (Gaode Maps) #6 in Offline Maps Apps 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit AMap
TomTom GO Navigation #8 in Offline Maps Apps 8.5/10 30-day trial ✓ 3 of 4 features Visit TomTom

AMap (Gaode Maps) leads on 1 check, TomTom GO Navigation on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAMap (Gaode Maps) · 8.8/10
  • Free planonly AMap (Gaode Maps)

AMap (Gaode Maps) scores higher on our rubric for offline maps apps: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

AMap (Gaode Maps) offers free plan; TomTom GO Navigation doesn't. On map coverage, AMap (Gaode Maps) gives you Regional where TomTom GO Navigation offers Global.

AMap (Gaode Maps) is the better fit for drivers and transit users in supported regions. TomTom GO Navigation is the better fit for drivers wanting offline maps and saved-place search.

  • AMap (Gaode Maps) fits best

    Drivers and transit users in supported regions

  • TomTom GO Navigation fits best

    Drivers wanting offline maps and saved-place search

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Side by side

Feature AMap (Gaode Maps) 8.8/10 Visit ↗ TomTom GO Navigation 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.5
Ranking #6 in Offline Maps Apps #8 in Offline Maps Apps
Best for Drivers and transit users in supported regions Drivers wanting offline maps and saved-place search
Pricing model Free Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile, Cloud Mobile
Platforms iOS, Android, Web iOS, Android
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Features AMap (Gaode Maps) 3/4 · TomTom GO Navigation 3/4
Offline map downloads ✓ ✓
Turn-by-turn navigation ✓ ✓
Outdoor navigation — —
Offline place search ✓ ✓
Specs
Map coverage Regional Global
Platforms iOS, Android, HarmonyOS, web iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Download map data for offline viewing and city-limited place search
  • Offline driving navigation works with downloaded route-area data
  • Plans driving, public-transit, cycling and mixed routes
  • Download maps and plan routes for offline use
  • Search saved destinations and stored points of interest offline
  • Covers 150+ countries and regions, with CarPlay support
Cons
  • Offline place search is limited to the currently displayed city
  • Offline route planning requires data for every city along the route
  • Offline coverage is focused on mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau
  • Traffic information and route alternatives require a connection
  • The listed plan is a paid 12-month subscription
  • Focused on driving navigation, not outdoor features
Our verdict

AMap (Gaode Maps) is a mapping and navigation app focused on travel and local services in China. It suits drivers and transit users in supported regions who want route guidance alongside nearby-place search. The app is free and available…

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TomTom GO Navigation is a smartphone GPS app for drivers who want maps and route planning available offline. It supports iOS and Android, with map downloads stored on the phone, turn-by-turn guidance, and offline search for saved…

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  1. AMap (Gaode Maps)Offline Maps Apps 8.8Free plan
  2. TomTom GO NavigationOffline Maps Apps 8.530-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • AMap (Gaode Maps) — where it wins

    • Download map data for offline viewing and city-limited place search
    • Offline driving navigation works with downloaded route-area data
    • Plans driving, public-transit, cycling and mixed routes

    Where it doesn't

    • Offline place search is limited to the currently displayed city
    • Offline route planning requires data for every city along the route
    • Offline coverage is focused on mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau

  • TomTom GO Navigation — where it wins

    • Download maps and plan routes for offline use
    • Search saved destinations and stored points of interest offline
    • Covers 150+ countries and regions, with CarPlay support

    Where it doesn't

    • Traffic information and route alternatives require a connection
    • The listed plan is a paid 12-month subscription
    • Focused on driving navigation, not outdoor features
  • AMap (Gaode Maps)8.8/10 · Free plan

    A free mapping app with offline driving support and regionally focused coverage.

    Visit AMapFull verdict →
  • TomTom GO Navigation8.5/10 · 30-day trial

    A paid driver-navigation app with offline maps, saved-place search and connected traffic updates.

    Visit TomTomFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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