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Head-to-head · Offline Maps Apps

Mapy.com vs AMap (Gaode Maps)

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Mapy.com #5 in Offline Maps Apps 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Mapy.com
AMap (Gaode Maps) #6 in Offline Maps Apps 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit AMap

Mapy.com leads on 1 check, AMap (Gaode Maps) 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 scoreMapy.com · 8.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresMapy.com · 4 of 4

Mapy.com scores higher on our rubric for offline maps apps: 8.9 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

On map coverage, AMap (Gaode Maps) gives you Regional where Mapy.com offers Global. Mapy.com offers outdoor navigation; AMap (Gaode Maps) doesn't.

Mapy.com is the better fit for travelers needing offline maps and place search. AMap (Gaode Maps) is the better fit for drivers and transit users in supported regions.

  • Mapy.com fits best

    Travelers needing offline maps and place search

  • AMap (Gaode Maps) fits best

    Drivers and transit users in supported regions

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Side by side

Feature Mapy.com 8.9/10 Visit ↗ AMap (Gaode Maps) 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.8
Ranking #5 in Offline Maps Apps #6 in Offline Maps Apps
Best for Travelers needing offline maps and place search Drivers and transit users in supported regions
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Mobile, Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android iOS, Android, Web
Support Community Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features Mapy.com 4/4 · AMap (Gaode Maps) 3/4
Offline map downloads ✓ ✓
Turn-by-turn navigation ✓ ✓
Outdoor navigation ✓ (best) —
Offline place search ✓ ✓
Specs
Map coverage Global Regional
Platforms web, iOS, Android iOS, Android, HarmonyOS, web
Our review
Pros
  • Search addresses and places offline in downloaded map areas
  • Plan routes for driving, transit, cycling, and walking
  • Free plan includes outdoor maps and route tracking
  • 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
Cons
  • Free plan limits offline downloads to one country
  • Unlimited downloads and advanced route planning require Premium
  • Support is listed through community channels
  • 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
Our verdict

Mapy.com combines a web mapping service with Android and iOS apps for travelers who want offline maps, place search, and route planning. Mobile users can download maps by country or region and use them to search for addresses and places,…

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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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  1. Mapy.comOffline Maps Apps 8.9Free plan
  2. AMap (Gaode Maps)Offline Maps Apps 8.8Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Mapy.com — where it wins

    • Search addresses and places offline in downloaded map areas
    • Plan routes for driving, transit, cycling, and walking
    • Free plan includes outdoor maps and route tracking

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan limits offline downloads to one country
    • Unlimited downloads and advanced route planning require Premium
    • Support is listed through community channels

  • 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
  • Mapy.com8.9/10 · Free plan

    Offline maps and route planning, with unlimited downloads on the annual Premium plan.

    Visit Mapy.comFull verdict →
  • AMap (Gaode Maps)8.8/10 · Free plan

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

    Visit AMapFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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